There are several questions you need to ask yourself and your partner or spouse before setting out to acquire a family dog. It is often that people jump into getting a dog without realizing the responsibility involved. And all dogs are not alike. So it is crucially that you weigh all the information and make an educated choice and not just because "It's so cute". Too many dogs end up at the animal shelter or out in the streets because the new owners did not take several things into consideration.
Should you get a puppy or should you get an older dog?
Do you prefer a pedigree or would you rather have a mutt?
Should you get a large dog or a smaller dog?
What kind of dog should you get for your children.
It is very important to understand that not all dogs will work in every family that has children. Most families will get a dog as a companion for a child or children and not really think about whether it is the right dog for them and their children. They will listen to someone who says "Oh, these dogs are great with kids". It is important to take the time to get to know thedog you arethinkng of adding to your family. Just because someone says it is a great dog for kids does not mean that it is the best dog f your family.
Another consideration is that puppies and babies or very small children don't always mix. A small child does not understand that you do not pick up a puppy by the tail or neck. This will result in hurting the puppy and possibly cause the dog to become protective of itself which cause even a well rounded dog tobecome aggressive and possibly bite the child to stop it's own hurt. A small child will tend to hold a puppy too tight causing physical damage and again changing the attitude of the dog.
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