- More great tips for raising a happy and healthy puppy!\rbr\rbrHow To Choose a Puppy: Tips on How to Pick a Puppy\rbr\rbrProfessional dog trainer Kathy Santo discusses important fors to consider when choosing a puppy. Think about your lifestyle, your dogs size, time needed to groom and the training and exercise of your puppy to ensure you choose a dog thats a right fit for your lifestyle and commitment level.