Size People living in small apartments have the tendency to adopt small breeds. Understandably, the consideration for many is the available space. When you have small children though, it is not wise to have small dogs around a small space. Small dogs are very energetic and highly active creatures that will tend to topple things aside from not being safe to be around little children. The most popular are the Scent Dogs and the Sight Dogs. The Scent Dogs We all know that dogs have superior ability to smell and distinguish scents. Scent dogs though are on the top of the list for using their have spectacular sense of smell that enables them to track their prey several miles away. Scent dogs have droopy ears and long moist noses and lips that traps more scent particles that in turn enhance their sense of smell. On the dog's end, he gets to have a loving home for the rest of his life. To ensure that your relationship with your dog would a rewarding experience, take a look at the following considerations before adopting a dog. How Much Time Do You To Spare? Consider your newly adopted dog a new kid in your household. The hardest part is just until the puppy gets used to the routine. Until then, everything hangs on your commitment to raising a housebroken dog. Likewise, feed the dog on a regular schedule. That way you could predict and better control the time when the puppy will be relieving itself. In the same manner, young puppies will need to relieve itself during the night. Adopting A Dog When The Dog Refuses To Walk There are dog breeds that are more placid than other breeds. They would rather stay at home and be comfortable sitting in zones that are comfortable to them. The dog would love a walk outside but sometimes it would refuse. Larger dog breeds tend to be so. There are also moments when a supposedly active breed will refuse walks outside. They do not want to do this but it is often necessary to give a chance to younger dogs. Save a dog's life by adopting one. You are bringing home a new friend. Dogs understand and forgive you even when others cannot. If you want a constant companion that is trained, has received the necessary medical attention, and is old enough not to cause you problems, you can adopt a dog from an animal shelter.