How to Choose the Right Dog Breed for You

Picking a dog isn’t just about “oh wow, that one looks cool.” It goes way deeper. There are over 400 breeds out there, and trust me, not all of them are made for your lifestyle—no matter how good they look on Instagram.

I always say it: people mess up a lot. They see a dog and go “wow, look at that beast!” and boom, they want it. But then you bring home a bulldog and expect it to run marathons with you… well, you’re wrong. That dog isn’t made for that. You’re sporty as hell and you brought home a couch with legs. Big mistake.

Step 1: Size

You want a big dog, a small one, or something in between? Depends on your space and lifestyle. Apartment? Go small. Big countryside house with land? Now we’re talking big breeds.

Step 2: Functionality

What do you need the dog for?

  • Guard dog? You want a lion, a semi-lion, or a fluffy cat in disguise?

  • Hunting? Big one like a Dogo Argentino or a small beagle?

  • Agility? You better look at a Border Collie.

  • Chill home buddy? Mastiff, Dogue de Bordeaux… peace and quiet.

Each dog has a purpose. Don’t force a sheepdog to be a lapdog. It doesn’t work that way.

Step 3: Energy

This is huge. If you work long hours and only have energy to crash on the couch at night, you can’t bring home a high-energy dog. That’s just asking for chaos.

Some dogs NEED to move or they’ll redecorate your house with their teeth. It’s not the dog’s fault—they were born for it. You chose wrong.

Step 4: The Little Details

Now we can talk about gender, color, fluffiness, whatever. But that’s the last step, not the first.

Why does the same breed cost 300 or 100,000?

Simple. That 300-euro pup probably comes from a backyard breeder, no health tests, no selection, just a random litter. Nothing wrong, but it’s not an elite dog.

A 100,000 dog? That’s another story.

We’re talking:

  • World champion bloodlines.

  • Professionally trained for family protection.

  • Trained for real-life threats—knives, firearms, intruders.

  • Years of work, structure, genetics, excellence.

And here’s the key: price is set by the client. If someone pays that much, it’s because the dog’s worth it—just like with art, watches, or cars.

Final Thoughts: Don’t Choose With Your Eyes

I’ve said it a million times—picking the wrong dog breed is a nightmare. People grab a Dogo Argentino and think it’s a teddy bear, and next thing you know, it’s chaos.

Pick smart. Research. Ask. Better to take time choosing than waste years fixing the mess.