The Pointer - A Good Sport

If you're active and outdoorsy, chances are that you chose her because you like English Pointers and you expected her to have certain traits that would fit your lifestyle:

Calling All Corgis!

Th Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a long and fancy name for a dog who can fit into everyday life. You can expect from your Corgi:

Mini "Mutts"

The Small Mixed Breed, or "Mutt," is more special than that name might suggest! Though you may never know exactly what to expect, smaller dogs often have these traits:

• Well suited as a companion dog
• Compact and travels well
• Loving and loyal to her owners
• Excellent watchdog
• Alert, curious, and busy

No dog is perfect, though, and you may have noticed these characteristics, too:

Somewhere in the Middle...

Not too big, not too small - chances are that you chose your Medium Mixed Breed because you expected her to have certain traits that would fit your lifestyle:

• Well suited as a family dog
• Intelligent and easy to train
• People-oriented and eager to please
• Brave and ready for adventure
• Lively, with a friendly personality

But you might notice these characteristics, too:

Large, Loveable "Mutts"

The Large Mixed Breed dog may have certain traits that would fit your lifestyle:

• Confident, steady, and fearless
• Well suited as a family or hunting dog
• Obedient and devoted
• Large, strong, and athletic
• Even-tempered with a gentle disposition

No dog is perfect, though, and you may have noticed these characteristics, too:

Big Love for Big Dogs!

If your home is ready for a Giant Mixed Breed dog, then you're ready for these traits:

• Docile and devoted
• Even temper and gentle disposition
• Loyal and easygoing with the people she knows
• Protective; excellent guard dog
• Good with children

But that Giant loveable pooch can also come with other characteristics:

Learn about the Miniature Schnauzer

What can you expect from a Mini Schnauzer?

• Highly intelligent, playful, and energetic
• Vigilant watchdog with a ready bark
• Hypoallergenic coat that sheds very little
• Friendly and eager to please
• Docile and devoted
• Small, but sturdy

But also keep in mind these other possible traits:

A Memo on the Maltese

If you're up to routine dog grooming mixed with a lot of love, then the Maltese could be your new best friend! What you can expect:

• Trusting and affectionate
• Gentle-mannered and easy to get along with
• Highly intelligent, playful, and energetic
• Wonderful companion and family dog
• Hypoallergenic coat, sheds very little
• Good around other pets and dogs

Be aware of these other possible traits: