How to Choose a Pet

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How to Choose a Pet Adopting a dog is not like you are buying groceries from the supermarket or buying presents for Christmas, it is more than that. It is adding a new being into your life and can lead to one of the most exciting days of your life. Choosing a good pet these days is pretty easy however adopting the right pet can be a challenge. To choose a pet, you need to examine your lifestyle, estimate the costs and determine what type of dog. *Examine your current lifestyle and consider what adjustments you are willing to own for a dog. * *Think of what type of animal you want. Consider on the ideal size & breed, activity level and physical maintenance. Conclusion- Once you have made your selection, why not spend some time alone with the dog, at least 10 to 15 minutes, to see if the dog can relax with you. If the dog’s behavior makes you comfortable, you like the dog, and both of you had some connection, and then why not adopt him/her. Deciding to become a dog owner is a huge commitment, but not like signing for a contract for a house. So be ready for this new adventure, because if anything happens you need to considered always the dog. Size Just like big dogs have their disadvantages by their size, puppies have them to. Small dogs tend to be delicate and vulnerable. They need more attention because a mishandled can cause serious injury and in colder temperatures they are really sensitive so be ready to warm him/her. Since they are puppies they would need obedience training so they could start behaving well instead of wait until they are big. Very large dogs need a bit more space to move around. Also considering the size, the larger the dog is the more food it will need. Training is also a key factor here because sometimes the dogs never been trained. If you cannot decide, then perhaps a medium sized dog is a good choice. Senior

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