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13 Best Dog Breeds for First-Time Owners (With Pictures)

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  Getting a dog is a truly exciting time. With thousands of breeds and hybrid breeds available, choosing the right breed for your first dog can be baffling. Above all, you must choose a dog that matches your lifestyle. If you’re an active person that loves to walk or run, choose a dog with a similarly high energy level. If you prefer to stay indoors, opt for something with lower energy requirements. If you’re looking for a family dog that’s good with children, opt for something that will love you all equally and be happy to join in the fun and games without being overly demanding. Got cats? Go for a breed that is known to socialize well with other animals. Below, we have compiled a list of the top 14 best dog breeds for first-time owners that we hope will help you choose the best companion for your lifestyle. The 13 Best Dog Breeds For First Time Owners 1. Labrador Retriever   There’s a reason the  Labrador Retriever  has reigned supreme on the  American Kennel ...
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7 Essential Commands Your Dog Needs to Know

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  When you  get a new dog , whether it's a  puppy  or an  adult rescue , she probably needs some obedience training. More specifically, a well-behaved pup should respond to seven directions in order to become a good canine citizen:  Sit, Down, Stay, Come, Heel, Off, and No . Expert trainer  Brandon McMillan , Emmy Award–winning host of  Lucky Dog   and author of   Lucky Dog Lessons: Train Your Dog in 7 Days ,   calls these the " seven common commands " because they're the ones most people will use with their pets on a routine basis. He teaches these training lessons to all of his rescue dogs, in order to help them stay safe and well-behaved, whether they spend most of their time in the backyard, at the dog park, or walking the neighborhood with their human companions. With several 10-to-15-minute practice sessions each day, most pets can master these core skills in just a week or two.              ...
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