Sentences with phrase «prospective dog owners»

But prospective dog owners need to do their homework before embracing this breed.

I share this story to illustrate the costs that a lot of prospective dog owners fail to take into account when they are considering bringing a bundle of fur into their homes and hearts.

As a concerned pet owner, I urge you not to buy pet store puppies and educate prospective dog owners on why puppy mills are bad.

If you're curious about which breeds other prospective dog owners are considering, we have the dish on the five most popular dog breeds.

Since then hundreds of thousands of prospective dog owners have researched the best hypoallergenic dogs for sale or adoption every year.

Fortunately for prospective dog owners, Border Collies and Australian Shepherds are considered to be easily trainable.

Alaskan Malamute puppies, with their striking wolf - like facial markings and affectionate personality, are sure to attract the attention of many prospective dog owners looking for a cute bundle of joy to take home.

The choice of selecting a puppy or an adult dog is yours alone; however, since three out of four prospective dog owners want a puppy, the problem of selecting and preparing for the new arrival usually means the arrival of a young puppy.

In the case of «Jack of Hearts,» so named because he stole his owners» hearts right from the start, Betty Bailey and Gary Weiss did their homework with the help of a website questionnaire designed to match prospective dog owners with suitable breeds.

The following books supplement the DOG articles on wise selection of a breed with thumbnail profiles of more than 150 breeds and a variety of other information that helps prospective dog owners select a pet or working breed.

By the 1950s, the dog's popularity dropped as more prospective dog owners were seeking out recognized purebreds.

Concise, informative and full of expertise, The Abney Method to Owning a Dog is an essential resource for current and prospective dog owners alike.

Also caution prospective dog owners not to get a puppy or kitten from irresponsible individuals, often called backyard breeders, who typically breed just for profit and do not practice adequate standards of care.

Prospective dog owners need to understand that certain dog breeds are more prone to developing serious health conditions.

A: Individual dogs of the same breed can have very different activity levels and temperaments, so rather than focusing on a particular breed, I recommend that prospective dog owners look for a fit between an individual dog and the family's lifestyle.

Chris Walkowicz's breezy style and long experience as a breeder and educator about dogs makes The Perfect Match a must - read for prospective dog owners.

Prospective dog owners and new members are always welcome to join us.

While there are no Maltipoo shelters in the United States, a prospective dog owner may be able to rescue a Maltipoo from a standard shelter by searching for the mixed breed on a shelter site such as Adopt a Pet.

While this breed's striking appearance catches the eye of many, prospective dog owners should read as much Samoyed information as possible before making an impulse buy.

This is very useful and important information for both dog owners and prospective dog owners.

If the Animal Rights groups win, shelters and pet shops will not offer purebred puppies and prospective dog owners will have no choice!

As a prospective dog owner, what should I know before I get a big dog?

Within this group, prospective dog owners may find a treasured friend.

Within this group, prospective dog owners can choose among tiny breeds weighing less than 15 pounds, small to medium - sized breeds weighing anywhere in between 15 to 50 pounds and large breeds weighing up to 80 pounds.

I encourage every prospective dog owner to adopt a dog who is 1 + years old from their local animal shelter or rescue group.

If you are a breeder, prospective dog owner or someone looking for a highly trained Jack Russell Terrier for specific service work, hunting or the show ring, understanding your dog's genetic health will help you make better decisions concerning your dog.

All prospective dog owners should be advised that education and patience will be required on their part, no matter which pup or dog they choose.

A note to all prospective dog owners: Do not adopt a dog without gathering enough information about what it takes to keep a pet, what type of pet would fit in best with your family, whether your family is inclined towards accepting one, what are the costs and efforts involved and lastly, whether you are ready to put in the kind of commitment required to love and cherish a loyal companion.

Akita dogs have beauty and a number of good qualities that make them an attractive consideration to prospective dog owners.

They also like designer breeds because typically dogs are mixed with other dogs to get specific features that are wanted by the prospective dog owner.

For prospective dog owners and dog lovers, Crufts is a prime opportunity to talk to Kennel Club Assured Breeders, rescue charities and breed experts about how to responsibly buy, train and enjoy life with your dog.

Prospective dog owners would be able to visit a breeder's home to select their puppy and meet the adult dogs before making their purchase.

If you are a prospective dog owner and you can not afford to administer monthly preventative medications, you should reconsider your desire for a dog.

For example, on a smaller scale, if a prospective dog owner is away from home working for 8 hours a day, it would not be good for them to adopt a breed that has a history of high levels of separation anxiety and may be destructive while they are gone.

They also keep waiting lists so that needy animals can get in as soon as space is available and prospective dog owners can be referred to those who have a dog of a specific breed or type to give up.

«Prospective dog owners need to consider that these dogs can suffer a range of health issues throughout their lives from eye ulcers to painful spine abnormalities and severe breathing difficulties that can result in otherwise preventable surgery.»

It's deceptively easy to say that John Jones or Mary Smith runs a puppy mill or that pet store puppies come from puppy mills, but the label is tossed about so frequently and with so little regard for accuracy that each prospective dog owner should ascertain for himself whether or not he wishes to buy a dog from John Jones, Mary Smith, a pet store, or a hobby breeder.

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