{"id":155,"date":"2016-07-15T17:50:46","date_gmt":"2016-07-15T21:50:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.sitmeanssitswfl.com\/?p=155"},"modified":"2024-07-30T12:52:12","modified_gmt":"2024-07-30T16:52:12","slug":"choosing-right-dog-breed-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sitmeanssit.com\/dog-training-mu\/naples-ft-myers-dog-training\/choosing-right-dog-breed-family\/","title":{"rendered":"Choosing the Right Dog Breed for Your Family"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing a puppy for your family is a super exciting time! You want the perfect puppy for you, but you also want to the perfect match for that puppy. Here are some things to keep in mind when choosing the new member of your family. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Children<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have kids, you\u2019ll want to make sure you get a kid-friendly puppy. You\u2019ll want to teach your kids how to behave with the puppy and the dos and don\u2019ts of having a new furry friend. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Other Dogs<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have other dogs, you\u2019ll want to watch to see how your perspective pup interacts with other dogs at the shelter. If they don\u2019t get along with dogs there, they probably won\u2019t at your home either.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Exercise Level<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don\u2019t like to exercise or aren\u2019t very active, you probably should choose a dog that requires less playtime and walks.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Size of Home<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you live in a smart apartment, you should see how big your puppy is going to grow. You don\u2019t want to bring him home and then realize one day he won\u2019t really fit in your place anymore. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Money<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dogs can be expensive. Between veterinarian bills, trainers, food, and the many other accessories you may need to get for your dog, you can spend between $600- $900 each year on your pup. Plan a budget to see if you can truly afford adding this new friend in your life. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are two main choices for places to find your puppy:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Shelters<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Observe the puppies in the shelter to see how they interact with others and pay attention to body language. If they aggressive and at the front, that could mean they are more dominant. If you narrow down your choices, ask to take them on a short walk and also ask the employees about each dog\u2019s personality and health. \u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Breeder<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Ask your vet or local breed clubs for recommendations. Observe the puppies and see several so you can see which you are most compatible with. The breeder will tell you about the ancestry. Pay attention to facts about their parents and grandparents. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep all these things in mind and you should successfully find a new best friend for your home! <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Choosing a puppy for your family is a super exciting time! You want the perfect puppy for you, but you also want to the perfect match for that puppy. Here are some things to keep in mind when choosing the new member of your family. 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