Match Making

By investing a little time and effort early on, you'll greatly increase the chances of finding that special new friend who will bring a great deal of joy into your life. This Matchmaking area is organized to provide you with a series of questions you might want to consider before selecting a dog, and then goes on to provide some good starting points of where to begin looking for your new pet. Good luck!

Questions To Ask Yourself Before Choosing Your Dog

• Is a Dog Really Right For Me?
• Purebred or Mixed Breed?
• Large or Small Dog?
• Male or Female?
• Puppy or Adult Dog?
• What Are The Costs of Owning a Dog?
• What To Look For When Making Your Final Selection

Where To Look For
Your New Pet

• Animal Shelters
• Shelter Search
• Breeders
• Breeder List
• Breed Clubs posted by visitors
• Newspaper Ads
• Pet Stores

Pet Links

• Obedience Trainer Search
• Professional Organizations
• Pet Web Sites posted by visitors
• Add a Shelter or Trainer Link