Talk:Dog/Choosing a dog

Well done, I always thought "how to" knowledge is properly included in an encyclopedia. --Larry Sanger 21:50, 25 January 2007 (CST)

Didn't the first encyclopedias include several how-tos and practical guides? Shanya Almafeta 22:02, 25 January 2007 (CST)

I second LS's sentiments. I can hardly wait for the Choosing a cat article. I do volunteer work in a Humane Society shelter and just recently adopted a new cat James F. Perry 22:12, 25 January 2007 (CST)

Actually, Choosing a cat is coming up! But please, feel free to add in your comments right in the articles. Nancy Sculerati MD 22:21, 25 January 2007 (CST)

"Stores that sell puppies are usually a problematic source for a new dog. Unless the store has special arrangements with breeders, and is staffed by knowledgeable people who are trained in proper care, the other alternatives for finding a canine pet are considered more reliable."

This strikes me as biased; at least two constituencies, namely owners of stores and people who regularly patronize them, are likely to disagree. At the very least you could say why stores that sell puppies are "usually a problematic source for a new dog." The context implies that some stories sell any old mongrel (like the pound!) and are sometimes staffed by ignorant kids (like the pound as well!). --Larry Sanger 08:32, 28 January 2007 (CST)