- Do I want a puppy or and older dog?
- Puppies are, of course, CUTE, but they have their own challenges. Older dogs are more settled and you know how beg they are as adults.
- If i rent, does the landlord allow pets? Are there and restrictions on size?
- Do I have a fenced yard? Am I willing to walk a dog several times a day, rain or shine?
- Do other member of my family also want a dog? Do we agree on "household rules" such as which areas of the house the dog will be allowed in, where it will sleep, etc?
- Can I afford to feed a dog properly and provide appropriate veterinary care?
- Are there young children in the home or children who visit frequently?
- Will I be home enough to give a dog adequate care, attention, and love?
- Do I have other pets at home? Do I know how to introduce a new dog to the others?
- What type of dog would best match my lifestyle? Do I want a dog to jog or go hiking with, or do I want one to sit with me in the evenings while I watch TV?
- Nowadays, it is not unusual for dogs to live 10-12 years, or even longer. Am I committed to providing a lifetime home for a dog?
More resources for you to explore...
www.dogstardaily.com
www.apdt.com
www.dogwise.com
www.perfectpaws.com
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