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Finding a Puppy in California: A Guide for Prospective Pet Owners

Our guide will help you find the perfect puppy in California. We'll show you how to find a good source like a shelter or breeder, and how to make sure you and your new pet are ready for each other.

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Comparing Puppy Breeds for Specific Needs

This article compares various puppy breeds to suit specific needs, including hypoallergenic, active, and quiet breeds for apartments. Discover the best breeds and find reputable breeders.

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German Shepherd Dog

German Shepherd, Alsatian, Alsatian Wolf Dog, Berger Allemand, Deutscher Schäferhund

The German Shepherd is unmatched in character and courage. These dogs make great companions because they are loyal and have the heightened senses of an excellent watch dog. At the same time, they can be gentle and playful companions for children.

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Good with other dogs
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Energetic
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Llewellin Setter

There are two basic types of English Setter ' bench setters which are bred for show rings, and field setters which are bred for hunting and field trial activities. Llewellin Setters are a particular strain of field setter which can trace undiluted ancestry back to the late 1800's kennel of an English nobleman named Richard Purcell Llewellin (1840-1925). Prior to that time in England, english setters were not a well standardized breed. They had for centuries been bred up from spaniel stock and could have best been described at that time as a loose collection of similar types of dogs. The first serious recorded effort to standardize a hunting english setter was undertaken in the mid-1800's by Edward Laverack (1800-1877). He had only mixed success in developing a quality hunting dog, but did succeed in developing a distinct line of dogs which are considered the progenitors of modern bench English Setters.

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Good with other dogs
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Cane Corso

Italian Mastiff

The Cane Corso is an old breed, dating back to the Roman Empire. They are excellent protectors, hunters and companions. They are used as guard dogs and in law enforcement. Only an experienced dog owner should choose this breed.

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Good with other dogs
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Chihuahua

The Chihuahua is a tiny bundle of joy. Kids love him ' and for good reason. This breed seems always excited about something. They do best as an indoor dog, but they love to scamper around in the yard ' in suitable weather.

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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
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Poodle (Standard)

Pudle, Caniche, Barbone

The Poodle is a favorite family pet. The breed is very intelligent, trains easily, and is devoted to his family. They are quite playful, yet wary of strangers.

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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
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Labrador Retriever

Labrador, Lab

The Labrador Retriever is probably America's favorite dog. He is playful (well into his adult years) and is often seen as a lifelong friend.

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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
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