Learn the basics as you search for the perfect dog for your family. Tips on choosing a breed, which breeds are best with children and how to find a good breeder.

Brief outline of basic information on choosing, owning, training and understanding your dog.

Choose your dog breeds, puppy training information and dog health tips so your pet wags for joy. Learn how you can help local animal shelters and dog rescue centers.

An article by Sandi Dremel on the responsibilities of dog ownership. Advice on how to choose a dog.

Don't get ripped off! You need to know the warning signs to watch for and the questions to ask.

People against puppy mills and the greed of breeding for dollars and not betterment of the breed.

A collection of online resources about choosing a dog, pure breed or a mix provided by About.com.

Extensive information on choosing a dog. Mixed breed or purebred? Puppy or adult? Best place to get your dog -- shelter, purebred rescue, breeder? And how do you locate one?

Description of how to choose a breed, breeder, rescue and other options.

This is online guide to selection and caring of a dog classified by American Kennel Club within the 20-member Toy breed group.

Finding the right Scottish Terrier is not easy. Bad breeders and genetic problems exist. Here are 10 tips to lead you to the right breeder and the right puppy.

Free magazine for dog enthusiasts everywhere.

Features original articles on dog issues, sample contracts and questionnaires, such as "What is a responsible breeder?", and "Sample Puppy Buyer Questionnaire".

A quiz to help identify the best dog for you and your family. Tutorials on house breaking and training.

This fun, informative site answers to common questions from dog owners, including how to choose and train a dog. It aims to reduce unwanted dog numbers through education.

Puppy breed selector, puppy advice, and tips. Breeder directory and current dog news. A helpful resource for those who plan to buy a dog.

What to look for when buying that new pet and what not to do. How to find a good breeder, questions to ask a breeder and other helpful articles.

This article gives advice on how to decide which breed of dog fits best with your personality and living arrangement and where to pick your dog and how to get it fixed.

Advice about choosing a dog, and, more importantly, what to do with him once you bring him home.

Includes information, sample codes of ethics and related links.

Dog Owner's Guide: Just what is a puppy mill?