What dog best suits you?

I have personally come across people who buy dogs, and then later regret about it. Either they put it up for adoption, or they just abandon them. Most people i realise, based on local context, buy dogs out of impulse. Most people do not know what kind of breed they want, and even if they knew what breed they want to get, they do not make effort to read up more on the breed to see if that certain breed suits his/her lifestyle.

I can confidently say, out of 10, at least 7 people when they enter pet farms/shops, they will buy those cute puppies behind the glass display out of impulse. Reason being, because the pup is cute. I mean, ALL pups look cute when they are young don't they? In short, people here buy dogs because they are cute.

I would like to highlight that owning a dog is a lifelong commitment, and it is not a toy you are getting where you can keep and throw them away as and when you want to. Before purchasing or adopting a dog, make sure that the decision to get one is a green light from everyone in the family. Also, take into consideration your lifestyle. Would you like a dog that is laid back? Or would you want a dog that can join you in your afternoon fun by the beach? When you have decided what type of dog you are looking for, you can start to do your research on the different types of breeds. Pick one that interest you, and suit your needs. But then again, another point to note is that some dogs do shed alot. Are you OK with all the shedding? Grooming is also a very important key point to note when you want to own a dog. There is minimal grooming in short coated dogs, but long coated dogs tend to be a hassle when it comes to grooming.

As for myself, I love active working breeds. I love the outdoors, and i want a dog that can join me in my outdoor activities. I have a Jack Russell named Skipper, he's 10yrs now, and he's still going strong. He joins me in swimming by the beach, continues his bite work(although not as strong as before), and is still as alert as ever. I have this thing for dogs being able to guard and bite. I personally also own Rotties. They are curious dogs and also loves to be involved in everything you do. These are the kind of dogs I personally go for.

So, after reading this article, what breed of dog do you think best suits you?