Various Dog Breeds to Suit Various People

There are many breeds of do. Each breed comes with their own characteristics which people associate with them. But you will find, like anything else in life, that there are exceptions ie that there are individual variations within the breed which may be atypical e.g. a snappy Golden Retriever or an affectionate Poodle. So if you are thinking of getting a dog, by all means look at the general characteristics of the breed but also look at the qualities of the individual dog.

So what sorts of breeds are there?

1. Hyperactive, rambunctious dogs that have the potential to destroy things and make a nuisance of themselves if they can't exercise.
Examples include:
~ Jack Russel Terrier: these dogs tend to dig when bored
~ Labrador Retrievers:
~ Collie

2. Barkers, Howlers
Examples Include
~ Border Collie: these dogs have a sharp bark which is hard to take
~ Beagle: these dogs howl when bored
~ Poodle: these dogs yap
~ Timid Dogs: There a some breeds that bark with every sound or movement. This is usually associated with smaller breeds such as the Chihuahua, Pomeranian, Lhasa Apso, Hound breeds (howls especially it they hear sirens or trains, therefore do not make good city dogs.)

3. Hunting Dog Breeds:
Examples include:
~ Welsh Terrier
~ Springer Spaniel
~ Otterhound
~ English Pointer
~ Blue Tick Coonhound

4. Toy Dog Breeds Or Small Dogs:
Examples include:
~ Yorkshire Terrier
~ Pug
~ Pekinese
~ Chihuahua
~ Papillon

5. Breeds Suitable For Families With Children:
Children need a dog with good temperament and moderate energy level
Examples include:
~ Cairn Terrier
~ German Shepherd: These dogs must be well trained
~ Collie
~ Shetland Sheepdog
~ Mixed Breed Dogs like a Mutt

6. Top of the List Breed:
~ Labrador Retriever
~ Golden Retriever
~ Beagle
~ Yorkshire Terrier
~ Poodle

7. Mixed Dog Breeds (Designer Dogs) - hopefully gets the best traits out of each breed
~ Puggle: this is a cross between a Pug and a Beagle
~ Labradoodle: this is a cross between a Labrador and a Poodle
~ Cockapoo: this is a cross between a Cocker Spaniel and a Poodle

Please note that these dogs are unregistered but are becoming more and more popular.

8. Unpopular Breeds:
~ Pitbulls and their Close Cousins: Maybe these dogs have had owners who did not know how to get the best out of them. If these dogs are trained gently and properly and understood then they could be worthwhile owning.

These dogs are just a few out of the many dog breeds around. People generally have their favourite and least favourite dog breed. Their opinions can be influenced by many factors including:
1. movies or television programs that feature them
2. dogshows where they can be influenced by peoples feedback and whether a dog wins or not.

You will find that there are many dogs in each category. You will have to research to gain information on what you could be interested. There are many things to consider when choosing a dog breed. Whatever dog breed you like or dislike you will find that various dog breeds suit various people and there should be one to suit you.