When you are planning to adopt a dog, there are some very
important points to keep in mind to make sure that you are delighted with your
new dog. They can mean the difference
between regretting your decision and having a wonderful new friend whom you
will enjoy and cherish.
One mistake to avoid is buying a dog on the spur of the
moment. You may see a dog in a pet shop,
or read an ad in the newspaper, and decide that you absolutely must have that
dog. A hasty decision in purchasing a
new dog is never a good idea. Instead,
you should read through this book, learn all there is to know about the breed
of dog you are thinking about, and decide if he will fit well into your life
and your home.
A second mistake is to underestimate the cost of a new
dog. Whether you choose an expensive
purebred or a mixed breed, buying a dog is far from being the only cost
involved. Your dog will need food and
other supplies, and visits to the veterinarian.
As you want your dog to always be in the fine condition as when you
first bought him, you need to know that you can afford his upkeep.
Another factor in disappointment is trying to recreate a
relationship you had with a dog in your childhood or youth. You may be tempted to think that all dogs of
this particular breed are exactly the same.
You can avoid disappointment by realizing that every dog is an
individual-- just like people. Your new dog’s personality and needs may be
much different from the dog you had before, even if he is the same breed.
You should also avoid getting a dog solely because a member
of your family wants one. Regardless of
which person is actually in charge of the dog’s daily upkeep and maintenance,
when a dog lives with a family he is a part of the family. Only if you know that he will be welcomed by
everyone should you purchase him and bring him home.
If you have never owned a dog before, your first dog can be
a pleasure. It does mean, however, that
you need to do your research well in advance of making your final decision. You must know what to expect, and that you are
ready to become a dog owner.
Adopting a new dog can be a great experience. Owning a dog can greatly enhance your
life. When you do some research and
apply common sense, you are taking the first step toward acquiring and enjoying
a brand-new friend.
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