Choosing The Greatest Puppy For Your Life

Dr. Nichol takes us to Animal Humane NM and talks about many of the considerations we should make when choosing a brand new puppy.

[@HaydenNightingale124]

I really like that this guy not only described the different personalities of the puppies but also what type of person would best match it.

[@JC-zw4bw]

Personality of the dog is so much more important than what the dog looks like. I wish I saw this video before I got my dog, good thing he shares the same personality as my wife and they adore each other.

[@dbrooke3629]

When i first visited my dog, i was looking for a puppy not a young dog but i fell in love with her calm and loving personality. My brother picked a small puppy just on her looks and she's a monster.

[@memyself1176]

You want the biggest and badest dog

[@MsHealthynut]

Hahaha, same apply for human. Good dating tips

[@michellemullens-ponderfullpaws]

Maybe not "so much more" but just "more important" because looks so include skeletal and muscular structure, and general health. All of which you want to find has been given the best chance of being the best by a breeder who has certified breed-appropriate health test information easily available on parents, grandparents, great-grands, great-great grands...

[@qazedc3]

I'm not even getting a dog and I'm watching this lol

[@melloncollie3321]

I'm saving it for later 😊

[@Killjoy1204]

I lost my girl recently, she was like bundle of energy and soft as feather at same time.For a dog only one year old she was so lovely and kind, she was so sweet and caring. But only problem was her aggression towards other dogs and that cost her life, she chased after barking dogs and got hit by a car and died a week after due to internal injuries and pelvis fractures. That's why I am watching this video just to make sure what to check when getting a puppy next time.

[@rollerbladinggeek5507]

Dog people are statistically more intelligent .

[@bekc1626]

It's really awesome that he takes a positive attitude towards all the personalities

[@iwantadogorcat]

i like shy dogs..... the light green ones are perfect!

[@Ryphil]

Digby Dooright it has a light green ribbon

[@reluctantfollower3189]

*happy from fairytail*

[@kokocrunchish]

that corgi is such a cutie

[@midnightanimal6973]

uh i love him

[@rhenzogonzales989]

jo dallas ----

[@Louiseyoungmd]

jo dallas x zhcgo

[@virginiawilliams5394]

Yes he is

[@lindacarsonlawrence4982]

Darn! He ended up with the little doggie I wanted. Imagine that!

[@atwistedlime6090]

I wanted to come and say thank you so much for your video. 2 years ago I watched your video before going to choose my puppy and it totally changed my outlook. I was a “it chose me” picker and I resisted that urge and found the dog with the perfect energy level and personality for my home. My neighbor didn’t watch your video and she ended up with a puppy with much higher energy than she expected. I now refer all my friends and family to this video when I hear they are shopping for a dog. Thank you!!

[@DrJeffNicholDVM]

You are most welcome.

[@mariahsmith8346]

It is such a great feeling when a dog chooses you

[@zdarr6188]

The red one is for me.. Oh GOD THE CUTENESS

[@connnieleon]

yesss! how cute is he! :)

[@shaneluke346]

I agree ,the little one with RED RIBBON is lovely ( I think he / she is a a baby CORGIE ) I ONCE had GRANDPARENTS that had one and sadly she got FAT probably due to LACK OF EXERĆISE which is a shame

[@zdarr6188]

@@shaneluke346 refreshing to see a reply 5 years later. I got bit by a dog I was feeding about a year ago, and now I don't think I'm a dog person anymore. I never thought I'd dislike dogs, but now I am quite scared of them.

[@nataliecampos1732]

@@zdarr6188 Don't let one dog ruin you, hun. That's as bad as letting one person bitter you up for life. They're not all the same. Sorry you got bit though.

[@candysmith8724]

@@zdarr6188 I feel that way about cats. I don't care for them at all. I've always got bit or scratched by cats.

[@nadineswag5265]

the corgi would be absolutely perfect for me personality wise, corgi is my favorite breed as well. i want that dog.

[@dbrooke3629]

You live with their personality far longer than their "cute puppy" phase. Don't just by on looks alone.

[@brandyrupert6341]

Yep! Kinda like picking a spouse. Lol

[@jflsdknf]

Love the shy sweet one ^_^

[@vincenzobottone2925]

Same it's cute

[@mayamakki9075]

MiaMcc same aww they are lovely 😍

[@nichelenabhagwandin2043]

My aunt had one like that and our husky like playing her,but she die and then we buy one

[@neurozero]

Shy dog always have nerve issues which will lead to fear biting

[@debbiem6406]

Karam - It really depends on how shy. The vet mentioned that when he described the difference between shy and fearful, basically, when it showed different dog(s) facing a corner.

[@runningfromabear8354]

We chose by looks but got lucky. I would have chosen an outgoing puppy for my kids, but they aren't home very much with him. I'm home with him all day, every day and take him for walks. He's not very food motivated but loves company. The more time you spend with him, the better behaved he is. He's perfectly well behaved with me and a wonderful, laid back companion. He still gets nervous around strangers but loves going for hikes with me during the work day when the trails are empty.

[@mamadude505]

What kind of dog is he?

[@faithbrewster4525]

This was a great video! I’ve seen other videos saying if the puppy does a certain thing it a “bad” puppy, but you bring up the fact that it’s not bad. Just maybe not for you. 👍🏼

[@Cellottia]

Thank you for showing me how to use my head over my heart when it comes to choosing a puppy! I'm one of those people that the previous comment-giver thinks should not have a dog!! I find it too easy to go for cuteness instead of being sensible, so thank you for arming me with a list of things to look out for in my ideal puppy. 😆. (Btw, I've had dogs for most of my life; I don't think I'll get banned any time soon!) Best wishes, K :-)

[@adjojosjoe4689]

this is good to be noticed.. coz most of us or maybe just me would only choose the puppy based on the colors/cuteness and health issued. i never thought about their behaviour and how their gonna turn into . :)

[@bek9123]

+Adjojos joe You also have to keep in mind that their initial behavior may change depending on the environment in which you raise them. Everyone should really go and sit in on an obedience class or two before looking into getting a pet because it will teach you what to look for in your new family member as well as show you the problems that you may have to deal with.

[@adjojosjoe4689]

Beka MacDougall my gsd was brought because he has the nicest fur but super shy and scared as a puppy.. i wonder how he would be as an adult.

[@kayle5237]

He didn't show the purple string one that much but still very informative.

[@AnaBeeMusic]

Yesss what kind of dog was that it was sooo cuteee

[@candysmith8724]

The best dog I've ever adopted, I spent several hours at the kennel to watch her behavior and interactions with us. She had a calm disposition, not mouthy and didn't pee out of nervousness. We named her Lexi and lived for 17 years! She grew up with my kids. She was a golden retriever mix.

[@NicBunnymen]

This was really informative..thanks.

[@faranahbenoit2627]

YOU REALLY IS GIVING AWESOME ADVISE

[@tyleetophbrown]

The light green one is for me

[@EmeraldJade66]

Jasmine brown ... Same for me too. Love that one's cuteness and personality and feel it would fit me best at the moment. However, the older I get I feel the Red String one (Corgi) would most likely be the best.

[@kwanming4751]

This is so helpful because I am about to adopt a dog this September, as you can probably tell by my avatar I like dogs. My picture is of my late beloved and much missed soulmate who passed away in 2006.

[@alvaroakatico9188]

Kwan Ming We never forget our beloved best friends. We keep them in our thoughts until the day we die.

[@makeupbyhellokitty]

That Corgi was such a sweet little baby I want her or him :(

[@iambored1715]

😍😍😍

[@juliaarnold1078]

I like the one with the independent streak

[@CHloE748]

It's so sad that people adopt a puppy because it's cute, not putting time into figuring out the right breed and temperament for them and when it doesn't do exactly what they want they dump it at the pound and get a new one. Those people should be banned from having a dog.

[@jazzandtapioca1]

I 100% agree

[@marlilauren4539]

It's not sad. If someone wants a specific dog, then they get it. If you're some sorry old fart who gets guilt tripped into getting a crusty dog, then good for you. Don't get mad at others for not wanting to adopt a nasty dog.

[@CHloE748]

+Marli Lester What's REALLY sad is how ignorant you are.

[@marlilauren4539]

Lol.

[@keranycarvalho5608]

Well CHloE748 some people don't want to support puppy mills so they will go to a shelter or pound to find a specific dog breed. So I'm perfectly fin with people doing that. And so shelters have so thing called " mutts",There called mutts because they do know what breed it is , so they just pick it if it cute. Which is fin because atleast they adopt

[@ShinyHappyPurple]

I knew I picked the right puppy because when I held her at the pet shop I got her from I felt an instant spark and sometimes when I look at her now I still get a feeling that tells me I made the right choice. She is going to be 11 next week.

[@dddancer1992]

You got her from a pet shop? :( I mean, if you had no other choice, then fine, but next time, please remember, adopt, don't shop.

[@Zebra-dogs]

Yeah, don't buy dogs from pet shops. You've bought a byb or puppy mill dog

[@leighwillington619]

The puppies at pet shops matter to. I don't know why everyone is going aoround saying 'adopt don't shop.' If those dogs don't get bought they go to the pound, on the streets or to some animal abusing person.

[@missyb9438]

You didn't make the right decision at all. Rescue and don't give breeders money!😠

[@eliduncan7715]

Leigh Willington exactly

[@naturallynachelle]

I hope I picked the right puppy 🐶. I tried to watch the personality. I appreciate this video.

[@suspicioususer]

I already choose the greatest puppy for my life 10 years ago. RIP Hershey

[@Lv2Ride22]

Such great info! We ended with the light blue ribbon, piranha type 😂 He has come a long way from 10 weeks old (when we adopted him) to 10 months old now. He’s a good boy, and has been worth the struggle/joy of training.

[@nadiabeltran9203]

How am I barely seeing this?! I knew I recognized Animal Humane! This is in my city I'm excited lol great video ❤🐕

[@blkbeauti05]

I had to pick my puppy virtually due to covid. He was just born. I hope I picked the right one. The mom and dad are pretty awesome.

[@folday6169]

Work for sure, but the pleasure in training and bonding can’t be measured!

[@DrJeffNicholDVM]

Amen. It's worth every bit of effort.

[@solapark4167]

I already warched it 3 times in the last 12 hrs and will be watching again since we are heading to see pupss...❤

[@vickitamsp9168]

I'm getting a puppy soon, and he started choosing us 😅♥️

[@TheDaaazer]

What a great video! Beyond the great info presented, i really liked the gentle reinforcement to prospective puppy owners that this decision is for keeps and needs to be made carefully and deliberately. Two big thumbs up!

[@lilyhopkins973]

I would pick either the puppy with the light green ribbon or the red ribbon.

[@alicethecorgi3246]

I want the corgi! The red one! So cute! I wanted a corgi for years... Still haven't gotten one 😭😭😭

[@casualpotato9375]

Alice The Corgi well since your name is Alice the corgi with a photo of a corgi, I’m guessing you got one?! CONGRATS💙🥳!!!!

[@tannerannichiarico7255]

Oh you got such a little cutie now!

[@vanesapivar9131]

Great!!! Now i just have to convince my mom and dad to get me one

[@desireec5159]

lol,same

[@vanesapivar9131]

+Desiree Cervantez I convinced them. Dont give up becouse i got a golden retriever

[@desireec5159]

+Vanesa Pivar awesome same I guess we have the same luck we might get a lab

[@vanesapivar9131]

Ooooooo they are sooo cute Good Luck

[@desireec5159]

+Vanesa Pivar yeah they are cute thanks

[@maried3717]

You don't need no pictures.....you got ME!

[@skorpius752]

When I currently have no dogs and I get a puppy, I always choose one that is independent and assertive enough that it can take a training and leadership role with future dogs. I once adopted a mature dog with a dog I had for a couple years and raise from a pup. I let my dog pick his new buddy, not me. One of the many dogs we had met even tried to piss on him at the shelter! That was an obvious bad match!

[@DaStrangeWeasel]

Wish you showed more of the red ribbon dog. But green ribbon would definitely be easiest to work with (for me!). Not too stubborn, social enough to like you but they are also independent, won't be running off trying to meet everyone so less stress for owner lol. This video is also very helpful for choosing an adult shelter dog!

[@Owlbyours]

Your videos are educational and I enjoy your calm voice. Hope you make more!

[@asemnafiz]

Red string one is my type!

[@HannahWrightson]

This video was actually really helpful, thank you!

[@Joice_M]

I like how he says what puppy fits what person and not just liek if he likes to be pet and isnt soudn sensitive and is healthy thats a good pup, and I liek hwo he explains which puppy suites which person! Super helpful! :D

[@jakeandjess1802]

Great information! I’m currently a balanced dog trainer in the Bay Area and I even learned some good helpful tips from watching this video!

[@itzem285]

I adopted a Shepherd Ridgeback Mix, and she was a runt, but super shy after being beaten. She was about 7 months and already back in the pound. It took us an hour to get a collar on her. In the cage she was in the corner away from all the others. When we brought her home she was SOO happy! She ran around our yard for a while and she even slept with me in my bed that night without destroying anything! Now she just turned 2, and she is leash trained, she knows the basic commands, she can go off leash in the woods and comes back when we call, she still learning how to swim, and she can do agility on command which is so huge for her! She still is scared of some people, but she is so protective. She's such a good dog! Although the difficulty!

[@vanishajoseph9809]

this guy definitely was in love with the green dog

[@england655]

It's Thursday today for me and I'm actually getting a puppy on Saturday. I already have a Labrador and 2 cats, I'm getting a Labradoodle. I'm just watching any puppy things I can find because I'm just so exited :)

[@itzem285]

My family adopted a really aggressive 2 year old chihuahua and we couldn't touch him for about 2 years.... He's now such a sweetheart!

[@dashngo]

our breeder matched us to our little girl based on what we wanted to do with her, our family and our personality.. I amazed on how perfect of a fit she is. She is everything we could have ever wanted and more..I am a big fan of puppy aptitude tests...

[@puopu]

thanks for tips dr. jeff

[@lydiaderhake2532]

So helpful!! Thank you!

[@TheresaMellin]

This was a good video. Thanks!

[@cosmokenney]

Great vid. Really clearly explained.

[@robinroshto687]

Thanks! Good to know.

[@DanielleBook]

Thank you! I’m looking into getting a puppy in the next year, but I live in the Rockies and I’m trying to figure out how to pick one out that likes to hike and cuddle! This helped a lot.

[@alicab2340]

Such a great video

[@creaturesofwhimsy8907]

Simply delightful!

[@user-wq6hr9xi2n]

This was good, thanks!

[@Ambelica]

Would love to have this guys job. Notice how calm and at one with himself he seems....

[@MM-pw3wb]

Great video thanks

[@glennlienhop342]

Well said ! Great information

[@catherinegudgeon1832]

cute love puppy 3 heeler mix so adorable

[@MsHaleyDawn]

The light green puppy broke my heart. Looks and acts just like my dog did when I first picked her out as a small child. We ended up putting her down after 12 years as she developed a large cancerous tumor in her hip area and was in too much pain to adequately manage. I had other dogs growing up, but she was by far the best dog ever. Loving, loyal and patient, never ever got snippy with me when I was little (6 years old and a little too grabby then). As a teenager she was always at the gate when I got home from school to greet me, followed me everywhere I went. Loved to lay her head in my lap as I was reading through my homework assignments. When my husband and I buy a house so we have room for a dog, that's the personality I'm going to be looking for.

[@zeefeeweefee]

The green one is perfect!!

[@dr.parthabanerjee2982]

It was wonderful education Dr Nichol. Shall be careful if and when I go for one. Thanks a ton

[@Anna03359]

I like the red one... so chill and cuddly :D

[@janete1804]

This video helped our family pick the exact puppy we were looking for! Thank you so much.

[@dolpoobniala8765]

the dude looks like Stephen King

[@acatamongbooks4025]

Dolpo Obniala I was thinking the same thing.

[@gusbeau1]

Ki was just thinking how sweet he is !

[@melloncollie3321]

I read this as "that dog looks like Stephen King" and was like 👁️👄👁️

[@CherokeeRoses]

Very interesting video! Fell in love with little light green puppy.

[@chandniprusty7289]

very useful video. thanks

[@RB-yg4se]

Light green pup is my spirit animal

[@2wheelmac]

The green one 😍

[@howardpower]

This video is formative and knowledgeable. Now I know what to look for when it comes to adopting a puppy

[@BlueRidgeMarine]

Thanks Doc. Good info. Thumbing Up.

[@strongcamel5355]

This is a fantastic video, thanks for sharing your information!

[@prettyshygirl]

Those puppy's are so cute 😍😍😍😍

[@amynxdx]

Thank you! This was such an informative video and positive. I want the right puppy personality type for our family.

[@DrJeffNicholDVM]

Excellent. I'm glad you found it valuable.

[@roseoneal3196]

I love the green one.

[@bgp6391]

loved all of them

[@ChrisFreyer]

This is a GREAT video. Thanks for the objective ways to classify puppies and help me see how their personality might equate to my lifestyle.

[@peterflynn9123]

Valuable information - thanks

[@bladethorn]

Oh man that heeler pup! So cute!!

[@fuyu5979]

Dr Jeff enjoyed n found it very interesting ur tips on selecting a puppy. Observation seems to be one of the keys to selecting one. Kudos for ur video. New subscriber because of this video. Looking forward to ur next one.

[@andreamoscoso4065]

Great great video!

[@rexhouse9898]

great video! very helpful

[@Shyyshepherd]

Thanks for the video! Me and my boyfriend are currently searching for a pup and this advice was very helpful :)

[@SaberSimp]

Great advice I will remember for the next time I have to make a choice of animal. Out of the dogs that were shown the light green one was perfect. Loves to bond, Playful, my type of dog.

[@yarbroughc8983]

Thanks! Helped alot, im going to see a litter of German Shepards tomorrow and i will keep all tbis advise in mind

[@Showmetheevidence-]

We’ve had a number of dogs over the years, and all kinds of breeds/cross breeds etc And they’ve all been special in their own ways… that said some were definitely more manageable and controllable than others. Having a big garden meant we never really had to worry about overly energetic dogs (for e.g.) but if you live in a smaller place I can only imagine what this could do to your life.

[@Mark1Mach2]

Thank you doc,such useful puppy information.

[@farukatasever2933]

Doctor ,you have super communication skills.Bravo.👍

[@moragmacgregor6792]

*Great* video, Dr Jeff, sensible and pragmatic advice about behavior while still considering the cuteness factors. We've had quite a few dogs over the years, as many as 6 at a time. I've given them a lot of love but I haven't always had the objective skills to match. Anyone would benefit from your advice. I certainly would have, and hopefully I still can 💙

[@jackie-rl8pq]

Very helpful tips.

[@ArvexYT]

Thank you for this video. It was really informative and I'm hoping it will help me when I'm ready to start looking for a dog of my own.

[@rvcasa]

Meek done sir. Very good video and excellent advice... If only half the world would comply, the other half would soon follow!

[@nadinejohnson4438]

Awesome. This gives excellent ideas for selecting the best puppy for different situations. What to look for and how to look at a selection. 🐕😁

[@BlizzardGhost]

I'm looking to get a service dog, and this video was insanely helpful

[@bear532]

I don’t own a dog, but do have a cat. Didn’t get a dog because frankly I knew it wouldn’t be fair on the dog since I’m a lazy and independent guy. A cat is a much better fit for me even though I love both animals and really want a dog as well. I looked at probably around 150 kittens before I chose my guy. He was absolutely perfect. He came from a large litter (very important in animals because they learn how to socialize better), wasn’t the runt of the litter or the bully. He played when I initiated with him and instantly calmed down when I stopped. He was the most curious out of all the kittens I saw, but also patient. He would observe calmly when other kittens would either lose interest or just try to play. You could tell he was thinking and taking it all in. He was like a ragdoll and likes cuddling up. Not saying this because he’s my pet, but honestly I hit gold with him. He is perfect. By far the smartest cat I’ve met too. He even plays fetch. Taking your time to see a lot of different puppies or kittens is super important. Be patient with it and believe me, the more you look around the better idea you have of normal behavior and the better you get at spotting a special animal or a troubled one. It took me 2 weeks of looking nonstop to find my pet, but it was well worth the effort and patience. Everyone loves him because he’s the best. Don’t just adopt because of cuteness, personally is way more important. If you’re extremely lucky you’ll find an extremely cute puppy or kitten with a personality to match.