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Home » Family » Pets » Top Things You Need to Think About Before You Bring an Adopted Dog Home

Pets · December 21, 2018

Top Things You Need to Think About Before You Bring an Adopted Dog Home

If you are thinking about getting a dog then this is a fantastic idea. You will be giving them the home that they have always wanted, and you can also welcome a new addition to the family as well. If you are thinking about adopting however then there are a few things that you need to take into consideration. Some of which can be found below.

Can you Commit?

Think about it, will you have the time to take the dog out for a walk two or even three times per day? If you don’t think that you can commit to this then you may want to reconsider adopting a dog. Dogs need exercise on a regular basis and they also require a good amount of stimulation as well. If you are not able to provide your dog with this then they may take out their frustration on furniture around the house, and this is the last thing that you need. Of course, it’s important to know that sometimes when you adopt a dog, they may have experienced abuse or even neglect in the past. This can lead them to developing certain tendencies, so it’s worth trying to make sure that you understand the dog’s history and their state of mind before you go ahead with the process. You also need to look into sites such as treehousepuppies.com so you can get all of the products you need as well.

Lifestyle

Choosing a pet based on how cute it is, is quite possibly the worst thing that you can do. Too often pets are dropped off at the shelter because they have too much energy, or even because they are too needy. This can cause you major issues, and it’s just not fair on the pet either. If you want to avoid doing this then you need to try and understand the pet that you are getting so that you can find out if it is going to fit in with your lifestyle. For example, Chihuahuas are very low maintenance and they are also very easy to care for. The one problem that they have however is that they are not usually tolerant with children and they can snap without much provocation.

Interview Vets

Another thing that you need to do before you decide on the dog you want is to ask for some vet recommendations. A vet can be an absolutely fantastic resource for any information you need and you would be surprised at how helpful they can be throughout the whole process. At the end of the day, you have to remember that your dog is going to be your lifelong companion, so it is important that you look after them and source a vet who has a good understanding of their needs. If you have a vet who has zero understanding on the breed of dog that you have then they won’t be able to provide it with a very high level of care, so it’s worth seeking out a specialist in this instance.

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