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Getting a dog is a huge investment of money, time, and effort. It’s important to ensure that your dog can fit in with your household needs and that you can tackle the new responsibility. The breed of dog that you adopt is one of the most important considerations to keep in mind before taking one on. However, it’s more than worth the extra effort to ensure that your new furry friend can settle in as part of the family. Here are just some great family dog breeds to consider.
Australian Cobberdogs
Ausmate Australian Cobberdogs are fantastic all-rounders, and you have the advantage of knowing exactly what you’re getting. They have soft, non-shedding fur and are very trainable. This breed is often used as assistance or therapy dogs, because of their intelligence and loving nature.
These dogs are bred from pedigree, genetically health-tested dogs so that you know that your pet will be healthy. The breed is tightly registered and each dog or puppy should come with an MDBA pedigree. There are three different sized of the Australian Cobberdog so that you can find one that best suits your lifestyle.
Golden Retrievers
The golden retriever is a hugely popular breed, and for good reason. These strong, athletic dogs thrive with plenty of exercise, which makes them ideal for active families who want a companion to keep up with them. However, golden retrievers can be calm indoors, so you can settle down and relax as well.
They are intelligent and obedient, which makes them particularly easy to train as puppies or adults. They adore humans and get on well with other dogs as well. These dogs are playful and adore retrieval games like fetch.
Beagles
Beagles are a medium-sized breed, so they can fit a bit better in smaller properties. They were bred as hunting dogs but make wonderful family pets as well. Most beagles have relatively few health problems, so you can enjoy them at their prime for longer with proper care.
These dogs love exploring the outdoors and are remarkably calm and tolerant, so they’re good with children. They’re hardy and active but can settle down and relax as well as any dog at times. Brush their hair regularly to keep them looking healthy and to minimize shedding.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels
These dogs are considered on the borderline of small and toy in size, which means that they can fit comfortably into smaller properties and apartments. While they’re perfect as adorable lapdogs, cavaliers can be surprisingly sporty and active, easily keeping up with most families.
Cavaliers are also adorable and friendly, they love kids and other dogs alike. They can have some major health problems, so make sure that you get your cavalier from a trusted dog breeder who health checks their dogs.
Poodles
Despite their glamourous appearance, poodles can be as playful and as exuberant as any other dog. They were bred originally as hunting and shepherding dogs, so they’re very intelligent and active. Poodles come in three sizes, and all of them are intelligent and sport a fluffy, hypoallergenic coat.
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