| Dog breeds are certain types of dogs which have | | | | Usually, small dog breeds are just ten inches or less |
| distinctive looks and temperament. Dog breeds can | | | | tall at the shoulder. In most breeds, the male is |
| reveal a lot about the size, appearance, and | | | | slightly larger than the female, but the difference is |
| personality of a canine. Doing research to find out | | | | generally small.This is referred to as breeding true |
| which dog breed will suit your personality and lifestyle | | | | The Non-Sporting dogs that do not fit into any of |
| is essential. Dog breeds are plentiful and you can | | | | the other groups, are usually larger than Toy dogs. |
| always find a reputable dog breeder, but it is | | | | These include the Miniature Poodles, Boston Terrier, |
| important that you understand the dog breed you | | | | Bichon Frises and others. For those who suffer from |
| are interested in before going to the dog breeder. | | | | allergies, a Hypoallergenic dog is a breed that might |
| Size should be a factor when deciding on which type | | | | enable them to have a pet in their home. Some dog |
| of breed would be best for you. Naturally, if you live | | | | breeds have been considered as hypoallergenic, such |
| in a small house or apartment, a smaller dog would be | | | | as the Yorkshire Terrier and the Afghan Hound |
| better, where as a larger dog would be better suited | | | | whose is the same pH as human hair, therefore, |
| with a large yard or out in the country. There are | | | | creating no threat. Some other good breed choices |
| different dog breed groupings consisting of: The | | | | for those who have allergies are the Soft-Coated |
| Sporting Dogs...The Hound Dogs...The Working | | | | Wheaten Terrier...Bichon Frise...Shih Tzu...Bolonese... |
| Dogs...The Terriers...The Toy Group...The Non-Sporting | | | | Poodle...Barbet...Portuguese Water |
| Dogs. The Sporting dogs were developed as bird | | | | Dogs...Schnauzer...Maltese. These dogs shed very little |
| dogs. These include the Pointers, Retrievers, Setters, | | | | of their hair. However, they do produce dander, but |
| Spaniels and others. The Hound dogs were developed | | | | the amount is so small that very few people |
| to hunt using sight (sight hounds) or scent (scent | | | | experience allergy symptoms when in contact with |
| hounds). These include the Beagle, Coonhound, | | | | these breeds.However, no canine is known to be |
| Bloodhound and others. The Working dogs were | | | | completely 100% non allergenic. Hypoallergenic dog |
| developed for a variety of jobs, including guarding | | | | breeds are usually single-coated, non-shedding (or |
| property, guarding livestock, or pulling carts. These | | | | low-shedding), and generally smaller dogs. The top 5 |
| include the Alaskan Malamute, Siberian Husky, | | | | dogs registered for 2007 with the AKC are: * |
| Bernese Mountain Dogs and others. The Terrier dogs | | | | Labrador Retriever * Yorkshire Terrier * German |
| were developed mainly to hunt vermin and rodents | | | | Shepherd * Golden Retriever * Beagle Breed types |
| and to dig them from their burrows or dens. These | | | | include Hounds, which are bred to hunt and work |
| come in various sizes, from the small Cairn Terrier to | | | | with humans; Toys, which are great adult |
| the large Airedale Terrier. The Toy dogs are small | | | | companions; and Terriers, which are excellent dogs |
| companion breeds that include the Toy Poodles, | | | | for training. From cute to tough breeds, toy dogs to |
| Chihuahua,Toy Spaniels, Miniature Pinscher and others. | | | | working dogs - there are many different dog breeds |
| The Toy Group make up for their small size with | | | | for you to choose from. |
| their big personalities.These are well suited for older | | | | Lamar Deane offers free information on how to |
| or disabled people, because they are easier to look | | | | Select a Dog Breed Best Suited For You. |
| after, as they eat less and need less exercise. | | | | |