So, you’ve decided that you want a pet. And that pet will be a dog – a puppy to be more exact. Now it’s time for the bigger decision that needs to be made. What breed of dog will your puppy be?

The “breed” decision comes with many considerations. First of all, a potential dog owner needs to think about their own personality as well as the personality of their new best friend. Puppies and their owners should be compatible.

If you are an active, outgoing person, you’ll want a puppy who is the same way. Choosing a breed of dog that is, for lack of a better word, lazy or likes to stay in the house would be an incompatible decision.

A few good choices for an active person are breeds like Retrievers or Collies. These breeds of dog are loyal, like to run, and are friendly around other people, not just their owners.

However, they may also be TOO active, chasing cars, barking, and chewing.