May be a good first-time dog Expected to do well with children Easier to handle Usually has good leash etiquette Usually good with dogs Good house manners Needs daily exercise
	May need socialization Supervised child meet with LHS staff Training recommended May need help to develop leash etiquette May need to learn how to play properly May need improvement in house manners Will need moderate daily exercise
	Some dog experience required Families with children over age 12 only Training strongly recommended Will need help to develop leash etiquette May or may not be good with dogs May be overly excitable Will need daily exercise Needs mental stimulation
	Experienced* home required Families with children over age 16 only Training required — may have special needs May be best as an only pet Has a high energy level Needs mental stimulation
*Are you an experienced home? Ask yourself: Have I owned a dog that requires extra time and patience? Do I know a lot about the personality of this particular breed? Have I been through dog training classes? Will I enjoy committing extra time every day to working with my new companion? Do I have the proper facilities for my new companion?
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