The first step to choosing a dog breed is analyzing your lifestyle. As with anything certain dogs will suit particular lifestyles better than others so you need to choose accordingly. Getting a dog is a big task and will require a lot of time, training, socializing and exercising your dog. Puppies take up a lot of time and require a lot of attention.

Congratulations on deciding to get a dog. So, what breed are you looking into? We understand that choosing one dog out of all the dog breeds can be a bit complicated. Would you believe it if we told you that there are two hundred breed of dogs in this world? This thought can be very overwhelming.

We do not know what type of dog you enjoy, but we personally find our best friend sitting in the large dog breeds. We find that the larger breeds are easier to play with and overall, they give us a feeling of protection. However, there are a number of different things you should consider before you get a dog.

Dry dog food has been recommended as the best diet for dogs, however this is quite untrue. While dry dog food can be included in your dog's diet in a limited way, most products are very high in simple carbohydrates, relatively low in protein and of inferior nutritional quality. Furthermore, it is very bad for dogs to eat food that doesn't contain natural moisture.

Organic dog food is the best option if you need to rely on commercial preparations. Commercial dog foods usually contain high levels of sodium, preservatives, artificial colors and other additives that are toxic to your pet. Organic dog food products provide a guarantee that the product is natural and does not contain these toxic additions. Furthermore, the ingredients may be free of pesticides but you would need to check to make sure.

Before bringing home your newly adopted Toy Poodle, do what every new owner should and educate yourself about Toy Poodle nutrition. Toy Poodles, like all dogs, need the right nutritional balance to thrive. So, if you want your dog to have a healthy, beautiful coat, bright, shiny eyes, and a fun and enthusiastic personality along with a strong immune system, learn what to feed him to keep him as healthy and lively as he can be.