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Many people buy a puppy on a whim. They really need to understand the important responsibility that comes along with being a pet owner. It is really easy to buy a dog from a breeder but not so easy to care for one if you do not know what to expect.
Certain personalities are inherent in certain breeds of dogs. Some are friendlier than others. Some are known to be aggressive. This is important to know if you want a watch dog or one who is playful with children or other dogs. Do not try and train an unfriendly breed to be friendly. You would be going against their nature.
Your local breeder may be willing to answer questions. Ask them about the exercise needs and grooming needs of each dog. A poodle is going to have different grooming needs than a Chihuahua. A smaller dog may have different exercise needs than a larger one.
Once you purchase a dog, you are its owner and the one responsible for its care for the rest of its life. The contentment and physical condition of the dog are your responsibility. If the dog us to grow up well it will be your job to make this happen.
Know the immunization protocol to follow for the animal you are going to buy. You need to do this long before you buy that puppy online.
For the health of you dog, look into spaying and neutering. Each breed has a different time table on when this should be done. The right timing is important.
Before buying the dog, ask the breeder if the animal has had any training on how to behave, sit, or be around people. This is important if you are to have the dog around other people and most likely you will.
It is also imperative that you ask about and research the common health problems for a breed of dog. You will also need to know what their food needs are and what is an ideal diet and sleeping quarters.
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