You do not want a dog that has high maintenance if you do not have the time for it. For example, you would not want a dog with long hair if you have allergies. Dogs have many different breeds, shapes, colors, and sizes. From Great Danes to Chihuahuas, there is a dog for every preference. It is important to find a dog of your preference. Dogs have different shapes, sizes, fur length, color, and intelligence. Dogs breeds are different. Some breeds are hairless, which are suitable for someone with an allergy. Dogs may be purebred, which means the parents are the same breed, or they may be mongrels, which are dogs with parents mixed from two or more breeds. Dogs may be large, small, fat, thin, long, or short. So there are many dogs suitable for the six-foot man, and also a suitable match for the four-foot elder woman. For instance, Maddie is the perfect size for me--not too big, and not too small. Australian shepherds can be many different colors and sizes. They can be red, tri-colored, black, or merle. They can have mixed colored eyes, which means one is brown and the other is blue. They can be big, or they can be miniature, depending on the breed type. They also can be purebred or a mongrel. Aussies are suitable for almost …show more content…
Do not get a big dog if you have a small house. You want a dog that will fit comfortably in your household. Also, a younger person may be more suitable for a younger animal than an older person is. Dogs are all ages, sizes, and breeds so it is easy for you to select the one best for your household. You also may not want to get a dog if you can not afford it. Dogs can be costly when you must buy the dog, treats, food, beds, collars, leashes, toys, medicines, soaps, and paying for all of these things often. You must be able to pay for your dog to receive proper veterinary attention, also. If you can not pay for your dog, then do not get one. Dogs can be expensive. But when you get an animal, it is your responsibility to take care of it. In the end, dogs are worth the time and money you put into them. Aussies require trips to the groomer around every 2-3 months, vet appointments, food, running space (since they love to run and be outdoors), and they require attention. They generally do not have many health problems, and they adapt to any type of household. Whether it is a house with many children or a nursing home, Aussies will adapt to their owners and their