| Even if you've never owned a dog before, or are | | | | person. |
| unsure if you are capable of handling a dog, there | | | | If you're an active person and want a dog that |
| are some dog breeds that are easier to control | | | | will love the outdoors as much as you do, then |
| than others. If you have never owned your own | | | | the Bearded Collie is a good choice. They love to |
| dog, easing into the process with a breed that is | | | | run and hike and play outdoors. They are good |
| not as stubborn or dominant than other breeds | | | | with children and other animals, although they |
| will help you have a good relationship with your | | | | sometimes can try and herd them. They can be |
| dog from the start. One of the sweetest dogs to | | | | independent and stubborn sometimes, but they |
| own is the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel (English | | | | still have a very sweet nature. These dogs will |
| Toy Spaniel). They are very friendly and obedient | | | | love to lead a very active lifestyle and make |
| dogs. They will get along fine with older, | | | | great companions for an active family, but make |
| considerate children, and they are very devoted | | | | sure you are up for the grooming; especially after |
| and loving companions. They are just a treat! | | | | a day in the woods! |
| Please be sure and consider that they need to be | | | | For a good all around dog, the Poodle cannot be |
| brushed at least three times a week and may | | | | beat. This is one of my favorite breeds because |
| need more during periods of shedding. | | | | they are so loving and fun. They are good with |
| If you are looking for a bigger dog, the Bernese | | | | children and are easy to train. They are happy to |
| Mountain Dog might be the one for you. They | | | | pay outside and then come in a lay on the couch |
| love to frolic in the snow and play with the family. | | | | with you. They are good swimmers and are |
| They are even tempered and easy to train. They | | | | happy to hike the trails with you. The only |
| love children and my Chihuahua is actually friends | | | | downside to a Poodle is the grooming. They do |
| with one. Males can be more dominant than the | | | | need to be clipped every 6-8 weeks which should |
| females and re-homing an older Berner may be | | | | be done professionally. |
| difficult as they may bond closely with one | | | | |