Check whether the leash is too heavy for the pup, and check if the collar is too tight. Being leashed is not pleasant for any creature. The best thing to do is to at least make the leash very comfortable. That one resolved it is now time to take the pup for short walks around the yard. Attach the leash to the pup and encourage him to walk on his own. If you need an assistance dog such as a guide dog, a service dog or a hearing dog, you can begin your search in animal shelters. You can save the life of a poor dog. Because of overpopulation, some shelters euthanize their dogs mostly senior and adult dogs. They do not want to do this but it is often necessary to give a chance to younger dogs. That is the purpose of their breeding and they are seldom happy when inactive. Herding dogs are very lively and strong and need a lot of exercise and activity. Some of the most popular breed of herding dogs are the Coolie, Shepherd, Kelpie, Sheepdog, Herder, Corgi and Terriers. Hound Dogs Hound dogs are also sporting dogs although its main purpose is to track their prey. Most puppies are energetic and take pleasure in playing around with their owners and other dogs. Although you can't test the true behavior of puppies around people in confined, stressed environments like animal shelters, you can test their behaviors by handling them for a few minutes. A socialized puppy should be comfortable with human touch. Although, of course, you should expect an adjustment period before your new dog becomes very comfortable with his new surroundings and family. He has had rough beginnings, which you should understand, will affect your future relationships. You should then be very careful of the first impressions you give him. The sad thing about this is that you cannot have all the characteristics that you want written down to one dog. Intelligent dogs are those that could pick up a command with five exposures and does not forget even when the command is not repeated often. Intelligent dogs are best for everyone but so much better for people who get easily frustrated and do not have the time enough to train dogs.