Which Dog Breeds Make the Best Family Pet? Ten Dog Breeds That Will Provide a Lifetime of Canine Companionship
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Are you thinking of adding a canine companion to your family but don't know which dog breeds would be best for your household?
Narrowing down the best dog breeds and selecting one that will be a good fit for your family is an important, life-changing decision and one that involves many important factors that some neglect to consider before making the commitment to add a dog to their family.
Understanding the history and breeding purpose of the dog and what their instincts are will guide you to better understand the nature of the breed. Included in this book is a short overview of the history of ten top dog breeds recommended for families and facts you should consider.
This guide will also answer your questions about selecting:
Which dog breeds are among the best family dog breeds?
Which dog breeds are best with kids?
What are the characteristics and traits of individual breeds?
Which breeds are high maintenance?
Which dogs are best for people with allergies?
What are the health concerns for certain breeds?
Luke Garrison has worked with many types of dog breeds over the last 15 years as a personal dog trainer for families. In this guide he shares with you the knowledge and insight he has learned from his many years of experience working with top family dogs.
A must read before adding a canine companion to your family.
Luke Garrison
Luke Garrison has worked with many types of dog breeds over the last 15 years as a personal dog trainer for families. It is his hope that by sharing the knowledge and insights he has learned from his many years of experience working different breeds that there will be fewer dogs that end up in shelters and more happy endings for dogs and families alike.
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Which Dog Breeds Make the Best Family Pet? Ten Dog Breeds That Will Provide a Lifetime of Canine Companionship - Luke Garrison
Which Dog Breeds Make the Best Family Pet?
Ten Dog Breeds that Will Provide a Lifetime of Canine Companionship
By Luke Garrison
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Should You Consider a Purebred or Mixed Breed?
The Bulldog
Beagle
Newfoundland
Collie
Poodle
Labrador Retriever
Golden Retriever
Welsh Corgi
Vizsla
Keeshond
Conclusion
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Introduction
A dog can be a great addition to a family and can provide joy, entertainment, and companionship for years. If you have a family with kids and are considering adding a family dog, then this guide is for you. In this book, we will explore different dog breed characteristics, their physical characteristics, their history, trainability, personality, possible health issues and much more.
Selecting a dog breed that will be a good fit for your family is an important, life-changing decision and one that involves many important factors. Each family is different and there are many considerations that each family should take into account prior to making a decision as to which dog breed will be the perfect addition.
One of the first things your family will want to consider is what kind of physical and behavioral characteristics you are looking for in a family dog. Once you determine that, you will be able to narrow down which breeds have those traits and your family will be one step closer to selecting a dog.
Among other important factors a family should consider are the financial requirements. Owning a dog is a financial commitment, no matter what the breed, and there are both long term and short term costs to consider. The costs can vary greatly, however, depending on size (food intake of the dog), the grooming