Choosing a new dog...do your homework

It is so exciting when you decide to pick a new dog for your family. You must treat this decision as one of the most important you will ever make. You are choosing a 'forever' member of your family. You have to decide which breed will fit in with your lifestyle. Do you have small children? Which is the best breed for a growing family? Which breed will be a fit for your house or apartment? How big a yard will the dog need? Is someone home during the day to let the dog out? Do you need a doggy door? There are so many questions when bringing home a new family member. There are many resources available to you. You can research books in the library. You can go online. You can speak to a veterinarian or a breeder.

Please give this at least as much thought as you would if you were purchasing a car. An animal should never have to be returned if you have put some thought into the process.