Choose wisely.

Different dogs, different talents

Same breed, different types within it

If your dog outweighs you, be ready to start training!

A Malinois can be an exceptional dog. But if you wanted a likely canine candidate to match a couch potato lifestyle, this would not be a great choice. This female needs guidance and understanding to keep her at the top of her game and out of trouble.

Many dogs have a generalized reputation. But when you decide on a particular breed, make sure to tell the breeder what you want from your pup. This Airedale is a high drive, willing worker, that will challenge a novice handler. But others of this same breed can be laid-back lovers.

This regal Rottweiler is a goofy and sensitive guy. But his owners spent a lot of time and effort making sure he was reliable and steady.