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Hundreds of dog breeds are available in the market today. They are so many options that one gets confused as to which is the right one for them. However you can follow some steps which will help you in deciding the correct dog for you. There are several things which you should keep in mind while selecting a dog. The most important thing is how much space you have. In case you own an apartment you should select a small dog which doesn't take much space. You can pick up dogs from Toy group like Yorkshire Terriers. You can also have Miniature Schnauzer which is a small dog from Terrier group.

You should choose medium sized dogs like Fox Terriers or Lhasa Apsos if there are small children at home. Small dogs like Maltese or Chihuahuas can be injured accidentally by little kids. Large dogs like Boxers can also be dangerous for the young kids. Such puppies can be extra enthusiastic and this can cause trouble young children. So you must take care of dog size when you are buying it.

You should also take into consideration the grooming that the dog will require. If you can't devote much time then you should not buy a Poodle or a Maltese because they require regular grooming. You should go for Boston Terriers or Whippets instead. These breeds require grooming once a week and they are ideal for you incase you have very little time for your dog's grooming.

You should also check the amount of exercise the dog will need. Your dog will get the required exercises if you have a home with a fenced yard. Dogs in the Hound, Herding and Sporting groups are energetic animals and you must take them for long walks. This way they will able to burn their excess energy. You should have time to provide them with rigorous exercise.

After deciding on the breed, you will need to decide on the dog's age. You may like to buy an old dog or a puppy. To buy an old dog you need to call a breed rescue or you can visit your local animal shelter. These groups check the dogs' health and temperament before you take them. These older dogs are already trained and they are frequently housebroken. They are not too hyper and are also less destructive. They can have some health or behavioral problems though.

In case you want a puppy, you should find a reputable dog breeder. He will have all the breeds that you are interested in. If he is good, then he will also have a waiting list for his puppies. You can buy a puppy from a pet store in case you are in a hurry and cannot wait. Such puppies may suffer from some genetic diseases or other health problems as they come from puppy mills. They may also have bad temperament. So it's safe if you get the puppy from a breeder. Puppies have had no training and you can therefore train them in your own way. They are very active but can also be destructive.

These points will help you in choosing the right dog. Choose the one which meets your requirements. It's said that dogs are a man's best friend so choose your perfect companion carefully!