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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Whether it's for the White House or your house -- experts from Cesar Milan to Jack Volhard offer their opinions and tips on picking the right dog.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Choose a dog with the right energy for your lifestyle and experience level.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Give your dog exercise, discipline, then affection.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>If you choose a purebred, find an ethical breeder.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>If you want to adopt from a shelter or rescue group, put your emotions aside and be realistic about what it will entail.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Animal behaviorist and host of Wisconsin Public Radio's \"Calling All Pets.\"";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Pick a dog based on its behavioral and physical health, from a responsible place.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Pick a rescue dog from a shelter or rescue group that does good temperament testing.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>If you want a purebred puppy, work with a breeder who produces sound, healthy puppies, finds good homes and requires buyers to return dogs that don't work out.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Reinforce the behavior you want rather than punishing what you don't want.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Professional dog trainer in Culpepper, Va., co-author of \"Dog Training for Dummies.\"";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Shedding and a dog's diet can be factors in humans' allergic reactions.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Temperament trumps cuteness when picking a puppy.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Crate-train your dog so it has a quiet place to retreat and can be safely transported.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Don't get a dog just because someone famous has that breed. Choose a dog suited to you.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Families getting their first dog should go for the best temperament, size and predictability, and wait until they have experience before getting a rescued dog.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>If choosing from a litter, pick the middle dog: Don't pick a puppy too dominant or one who's hanging back.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Regardless of the dog's age or its breed, it's going to take some work to get it to fit in.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>Head trainer at the Monks of New Skete dog board-and-train program in Cambridge, N.Y.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>There is nothing morally better or worse about getting a dog from a shelter vs. a reputable breeder. Get the right dog for you.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>With a rescue dog, go in with your eyes open and be realistic about your ability to cope with behavioral issues.";

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TDY_Pets_Experts_ObamaDog300[i-1].body = "<headline/><br>If looking for a certain breed, contact the breed organization for breeders' names. Call several and ask them to identify a few other good breeders.";

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