Do I Want an Adult Dog or a Puppy?

One part of deciding to add a dog to your family is making the choice between a puppy or an older dog. Each stage of a dog's life has numerous advantages to the other stages, so it really boils down to what matters to you most.

Where do I get a puppy?
If a puppy is the answer for you, there are many ways of finding just the right one for you.

Where do I get an older dog?
Shelters, rescues, classified ads, and yes, even breeders, often have older dogs available for adoption. No matter what breed, or mix of breeds you are interested in, you can usually find one with a small effort on your part.