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Selecting the Family Dog, How To Find the Dog of Your Dreams - Petfinder Library - http://www.petfinder.com/journal/index.cgi?article=701
Article by Jacque Lynn Schultz, C.P.D.T., Companion Animal Programs Adviser. National Shelter Outreach, ASPCA. Discusses the many ways that individuals find a dog, alng with their advantages and disadvantages, as well as caretaker considerations. |
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Choosing The Right Dog - http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_adoption_information/choosing_the_right_dog.html
Article from the Humane Society of the United States explains what to look for in both personal lifestyle and dog traits to ensure a good match. |
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Selecting a Dog Breed - http://www.k9web.com/dog-faqs/selecting-a-dog.html
A collection of articles and FAQs regarding dog breed selection. |
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Choosing a Dog - DigitalDog.com - http://www.digitaldog.com/choosing.html
Article about the many considerations to think about before bringing a new dog into the household. Includes links to other information about training, grooming, sleeping, feeding and activity considerations. |
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Puppyfinder - http://www.puppyfinder.com/
Puppy breed selector, puppy advice, and tips, breeder directory and current dog news- all helpful resources for those who plan to buy a dog. |
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Dog Infomat - http://www.doginfomat.com/breedsintro.htm
Includes information on choosing a dog- mixed breed or purebred? Puppy or adult? Network listings for best places to get your dog (shelters, rescues, breeders). |
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SoYouWanna Pick the Right Dog for You? - http://www.soyouwanna.com/site/syws/rightdog/rightdog.html
This article gives advice on breed selection, where to look for a dog, and spay and neuter information. |
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Choosing a Dog For Your Lifestyle - Dogsindepth.com - http://www.dogsindepth.com/choosing_a_dog.html
Encyclopedia of world dog breeds with photos, in depth information, and a guide to help select the best dog breed for one's lifestyle. |
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Before You Buy or Adopt - http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/beforeyoubuy.htm
Article from "The Dog Breed Info Center," focusing on choosing the right dog based on personal lifestyle. Additional related articles also available. Breed specifics, a selection quiz and Rescue Organization contact information listed by breed and state. |
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Finding the Right Puppy or Dog - http://hometown.aol.com/debradownsth/index.html
Description of how to choose a dog breed, breeder, and rescue group. Links in each area to breed lists, Rescue organizations by breed, common health conditions to be aware of, and some puppy aptitude tests, which can help in the selection process. |
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Buying A Puppy? - http://www.buyingapuppy.com
Written by a breeder. Includes warning signs to watch for and questions to ask when purchasing a puppy to avoid unscrupulous breeder tactics. |
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Dog Paw Print - http://www.dog-paw-print.com
Helping families to find child-friendly breeds to fit their lifestyle. Includes articles on breed group characteristics, a selection quiz, coloring pages, and stories. |
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A Dog for the Family - http://www.virtualimpax.com/klhh
Learn the basics as you search for the perfect dog for your family. Tips on choosing a breed, which breeds are best with children and how to locate a good breeder. Helpful glossary of often-used terms in classified ads promoting dogs for sale. |
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Puppymills.com - http://www.puppymills.com/
What to look for when purchasing a dog, and what not to do. How to find a good breeder. Includes questions to ask a breeder and other helpful articles. |