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There are many factors one should consider when choosing the kind of dog to buy. Not only does a pet give love and affection, it helps keep your immune system strong, reduce depression and lower blood pressure. The best way to look for a new dog is to first understand yourself. Some of the things to consider are:

• What are your hobbies

• Who is the dog meant for – the children or yourself

Types of dogs and their uses:

For fitness

If you like going outdoors, you must look for a dog that enjoys staying outside. Almost all the dogs like staying outside but there are specific types that adore long walks daily. These include Dobermans Pinschers, Border Collies, German Shepherds, Dalmatians among others.

For kids

There are dogs that are known to love children. They can jump and play any time and they understand the delicate nature of children. These include Saint Bernard’s and Labrador retrievers. As they play with the children, they also protect them.

Independent dogs

These are for people who are busy and they do not like company all the time. They are very independent and fit well in the busier life. They include Chinese Sharpeis, Russian Wolfhounds and Alaskan Malamutes. They are more comfortable in the company of other dogs.

Attention homebodies

These have a lot of attention and love to give. They like human companionship, they like your attention and are good watch dogs and can bark at strangers. Some of them ate the Old English Sheep dog, French Bull dog and Pomeranian.

Pups for apartment dwellers

These are quiet dogs and they never bark without a reason. They are indoor dogs and only need a short walk or moderate exercises. They are more vocal and are good for playing around with in the house. Some of the types are Bedlington Terriers and Cavalier King Chales Spanieals.

Sleeping problems

For people who do not sleep well and spend more of their time awake, a quiet dog is a good companion. They do not bark but instead make low crowing sounds. They are very energetic and they like to play. Some of these are English Sheepdogs and Greyhounds.

Allergy Sufferers

All dogs have protein in their saliva that makes people get allergic reactions. There are some types with less of this like the Poodles and Bichon Frises.

Special needs

There are dogs that are good at helping people with special needs. Some help reduce anxiety when one is unwell or alert others when one gets an epileptic seizure. Most of the dogs can be trained for this.