I really want to get a dog, but I'm sure what kind to get! Do you like dogs?
I'm a human being on planet Earth, of course I love dogs! As far as what type of dog to get, it depends on the owner. They perform so many roles... hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, assisting police and military, companionship and, more recently, aiding handicapped individuals and therapeutic roles
Oh wow. That's a lot to think about!! I think I want a dog that's good with kids but is also easily trainable!
Some of the more popular breeds for kids are the labrador retriever and golden retriever, of course. But there are so many breeds suitable for kids, that it's more of a personal preference. As a side-note, dogs have long since adapted to us, so much so that they attune to our behavior, and even thrive on diets similar to ours, that have a lot of starch, that other species would be unable to deal with. Your dog will fit into you like a puzzle piece!
Wow! Great information! I think I definitely want some type of retriever!  They are kind of on the large size, aren't they?
Large, but not uncomfortably so. Golden Retrievers love water, and they're easy to train in regards to basic/advanced obedience standards. But they're a long-coated breed, so there might be a lot of hair to deal with.  Labrador retrievers? They're good for disability assistance, as well as sporting/hunting. Just to give you some brief info to help you maybe lean in that direction.
You're awesome!! You've been so incredibly helpful! What else should I consider before getting a dog?
was the first species to be domesticated and has been selectively bred over millennia for various behaviors, sensory capabilities, and physical attributes.
Their long association with humans has led dogs to be uniquely attuned to human behavior and they are able to thrive on a starch-rich diet that would be inadequate for other canid species. Dogs vary widely in shape, size and colors. They perform many roles for humans, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, assisting police and military, companionship and, more recently
a full and developed musculature covering, is an attractive mover and covers a lot of ground.
Description Temperament.
Braccos are very much a people-loving dog and thrive on human companionship, having a strong need to be close to their people. They are a particularly good family dog, and many have a strong love of children. They get along well with other dogs and pets, if trained to do so - it is, afterall, a hunting breed - and must be taught what to chase and what not