Thinking about Getting A Dog!
I had a pet almost my entire life and was a veterinarian for almost half my life, so I've seen my fair share of critters and pet dog owners. Probably the thing I hate most is seeing people jump at the chance to buy a dog without having taken the time to think this choice through. When the choice to have a dog as a pet is made without care, both the owners and the dog suffer the consequences.
Before you rush into buying a dog, invest in an opportunity to think carefully about your choice. Think about your current lifestyle. How might the arrival of another dog affect things? Do you have enough opportunity, energy and money to help welcome a dog into your family? Indeed, the idea seems extraordinary now, but is it a wise decision?
If you are certain that you can welcome a dog into your home and have the money to focus on your dog, then at that point, be vigilant and start looking into what type of dog might be best for you. A canine is not a canine. I hate to hear people say that they don't often think about the type of dog they are buying. Each dog assortment is unique and requires a very unique consideration. Realize all you can about the dogs you are interested in before making a purchase.
It is amazing to visit people who own the types of dogs you are interested in. See what their life is really like with a dog in the picture. The more you look into it, the more comfortable you will be when finally welcoming a dog into your home. Bring forward everything you can from other dog owners and get their perspective for you. I guarantee you that having a dog as a pet is a brilliant but difficult thing.
Set up your family before you welcome a dog into your home. Really discuss the obligations that come with having a dog in your home. Divide these obligations so that everyone feels they have an important role to play. A family will continually improve a dog when they have a good understanding of the work and responsibility it will take to keep it in tip-top shape.
I love seeing families welcome a dog into their home. Nonetheless, I am relentless in making sure the cycle runs smoothly. If it's not too much trouble for you, be vigilant and smart when looking to make a dog a member of your family.