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Choosing the right breed
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How big do adults grow?
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How much do they eat?
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How much exercise do they need?
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How much work is involved in keeping
their coat, nails and ears cleaned?
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What is the breed’s traditional
function? (Even if a dog is no longer expected to do what his ancestors did,
instincts remain an influence on his behavior.)
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Would you recommend these dogs for a
family with small children? If not, why not?
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How playful are the likely to be? Are
they reserved or outgoing?
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How much room do they need as a puppy?
And as an adult?
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How much does the breed shed?
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What health problems are common to them?
You’ll have other questions specific to
your family’s needs. Be sure to ask whatever you want to know.
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