How to Choose a Puppy

Choosing the right puppy for you and your family is a very important decision that should be well thought out and researched. How to choose a puppy is selecting the right breed, the right temperament type, and the right activity level for your family. This can be the difference between a wonderful experience and a virtual disaster. The wrong puppy is not only bad for you, but it is even worse for the poor puppy. Many times the puppies are given back to the breeder or the pound for an uncertain fate. We have provided many resources to best inform you on "How to choose the right puppy for you!"

   First, You will want to narrow your search to a breed that will fit into your family based on activity level, personality, size, etc... Iams breed selector is a great resource for this. Click here for Iams breed selector

   Second, you will need to determine where you will get your dog or puppy. Check out the "Where do I get my puppy" article.

   Third, even though you know the breed you want, you will still want to temperament test your dog or puppy to see if they are a fit for your family. Check out "How to temperament test a puppy".