This site should be used only as a first step toward the selection and purchase of a new dog. Please be sure to talk to several breeders and be fully informed before deciding on one particular breed. Also, take the time to select your breeder carefully before buying a dog. It is up to you to fully research your options before making a decision. 

When searching for a dog that is good with children, please note that dogs and children should always be supervised. Listed breed characteristics apply as a general rule; however, each dog is an individual and may vary greatly from the norm.

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Although most of the information contained on this site is about purebred dogs, we also recommend the adoption of  rescue dogs through your local animal shelter. Through the years, we've cherished our show dogs and our mixed-breed rescue dogs equally, and they have all made wonderful pets. To find local animal shelters, lost and found, vet clinics, spay/neuter and licensing information, click here.

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We respect your privacy. No cookies, pop-ups or email sharing. (Privacy policies of off-site links may differ.) Site content is copyrighted (c) 2002-10.  No information from this site may reside on any other website. All rights are reserved. Please read before surfing this site. Click here for info on linking to our site. This site should be used only as a first step toward the selection and purchase of a new puppy. Please be sure to talk to several breeders and be fully informed before deciding on one particular breed.  Take the time to select your breeder carefully before purchase. It is up to you to fully research your options before making a decision. When searching for a breed that is good with children, please note that dogs and children should always be supervised. Listed breed characteristics apply as a general rule; however, each animal is an individual and may vary greatly from the norm.