Before
adopting a
dog
, it is important to ask yourself several questions.
Because to make your future new four-legged friend happy, you will have to take into account your lifestyle and your environment.
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How to choose the breed of your dog?
Each dog has a different character, size or specificity depending on its lineage or origins.
The concept of race appeared in 1987, it makes it possible to differentiate the different animal species.
Dog breeds are classified into 10 distinct groups:
Group 1
: sheepdogs and cattle dogs
Group 2
: Pinscher and Schnauzer type dogs, Swiss mountain and mountain dogs
Group 3
: burrows
Group 4
: dachshunds
Group 5
: Spitz-type and primitive-type dogs
Group 6
: scent hounds and search dogs
Group 7
: pointers
Group 8
: retrieving game dogs, game-lifting dogs and water dogs
Group 9
: pleasure and companion dogs
Group 10
: greyhounds
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Apartment or house dog: which breed to adopt?
Some
breeds of dogs
are predisposed to live in the city and others in the countryside.
This is an important element to take into account before adopting your dog so that it thrives in its new environment.
For a city life:
As a rule, small dogs are best suited to city life.
Most of these small dogs need the presence of their master above all to be happy.
They must of course be taken out regularly, but certain breeds of dogs, such as the Yorkshire Terrier or the French Bulldog, require less physical activity than others.
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However, living in an apartment is also a question of temperament.
Some small dogs, such as the Jack Russel, need intense and regular physical activity, so it will be difficult for them to adjust to this lifestyle.
Conversely, there are large dogs with a calm and lazy character, such as the Collie, or even the Boxer, which will thrive very well in an apartment.
For a life in the countryside:
Other dogs need a lot of space and greenery to be happy.
Large dog breeds are predisposed to live in the countryside.
With their furs resistant to climatic hazards and their imposing physique, they were once used as herding, shepherd or guard dogs.
However, there are small and medium-sized dog breeds that are fond of the great outdoors, such as the Dachshund, the Border Collie or the Beagle.
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What is the ideal dog breed for children?
Dogs and children often go hand in hand.
There are dog breeds, such as the Golden Retriever, the Newfoundland or the Cavalier King Charles, with a very protective and affectionate instinct.
They will make ideal play and life companions for your children.
However, not all dogs are made for family life, especially with small children.
Certain breeds of dogs such as the Chow-Chow, the Dalmatian or the Pekingese are to be avoided.
Indeed, some dogs can be jealous, stubborn and hyperactive, these behaviors can be dangerous for children.
Namely
: dogs, even well educated and obedient, can become dangerous if the child does not respect the dog: it is important not to rush him or hurt him.
What breed of dog can stay home alone?
There is no such thing as a dog breed that is predisposed to loneliness, however some breeds of dogs are found to be calmer and more independent, and therefore likely to be able to be left alone for longer.
Avoid adopting a very sporty breed of dog, they will risk having a hard time being locked in the house all day.
It is in any case imperative not to leave your animal more than 8 hours in a row alone.
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To prevent your dog from suffering from loneliness, consider creating a routine before you leave and when you return:
To avoid stressing your dog at the time of departure, take the time to say goodbye to him through hugs.
Make sure you leave him a full bowl of water and some toys.
In the evening, as soon as you return, take the time to play with him, in order to allow him to let off steam.
Cat, rabbit, ferret ... which dog gets along best with other animals?
Good understanding between several species is essential for successful cohabitation.
If you already own other animals, it is important to choose a breed that gets along very well with other species.
For example, it is best to avoid adopting a hunting dog if you have a rabbit, ferret or hen.
His hunting instinct could take over.
There are several breeds of dogs which adapt very easily to cohabitation between several species:
The pug
The Cavalier King Charles
The Boxer
Labrador
Newfoundland
What is the best dog for traveling?
When adopting a dog, you need to consider your lifestyle.
If you want to travel and take your four-legged friend with you, it is possible.
There are dog breeds that are well tolerated when traveling.
There are several aspects to consider when traveling with a dog:
Her size :
The size of the dog will influence your trip and excursions.
A small dog can easily accompany you, its small size makes it discreet and easily transportable.
Indeed it is more easily accepted in restaurants or hotels.
He can take the plane with you in the cabin (less than 8 kg), take the train if it is in a carrying bag, and even the boat.
A large dog will have more difficulty following you.
To get on the plane, he will have to go into the hold, which will make the trip quite stressful for your pet.
It is also more difficult to go to hotels and restaurants with him.
Obviously, this does not mean that large dogs are not good travel companions.
They are tough, intelligent and very calm.
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His temperament:
Whether small or large, it is important to choose the right breed for your dog to travel with.
An independent, territorial and fearful dog like the Shikoku Inu, the Rottweiler or the Pekingese, will be very uncomfortable, he will not take pleasure in following you into unknown territories.
It is best to choose a sociable, calm and happy dog to stay with you like the Westie, the Collie or the Border Collie. It is also important to choose an active dog with a lot of endurance so that he does not overexert himself.
