Last Updated on May 23, 2020 by ellen
If you’re thinking about bringing a new pet into your life, there are some things you should think about. Getting a new dog isn’t as simple as just going to the neighborhood pet store and picking one up. A dog or puppy is a live animal, and its background and treatment are critical. If you choose a dog with good genetics, which has been well treated, you’re picking a pet that’s going to live a lot longer and suffer fewer health problems. This post has been sponsored.
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Places you will find the Dog of Your Choice
Choosing the right dog can be overwhelming, as it is critical to find a dog that will fit into to your lifestyle and will bring joy into your life, rather than frustration. Whatever dog you choose to bring into your home, that dog will offer you unconditional love, and therefore deserves to have a home that he can feel safe and loved in as well.
Listed here are the most common areas you will probably find your new dog.
• Breed Rescue
Breed rescue groups are individuals who look after one type of purebred dog. The dogs will often be neutered or spayed before they’re adopted. Just about all breeds have their very own rescue group. Individuals at the rescue will get suitable dwellings for the poor dogs. There is a fee that helps spend on the health care acquired.
• Breeder
Breeders are people who raise purebred pups to market. Some breeders have dogs once in a while. Some breed lots of puppies. There are many breeders, and several raise healthier puppies than others. The AKC can provide names of breeders in your town who’re intelligent about the type of dog you want. Go to their house or kennel to check out clean, happy, healthy, and well-behaved canines. Ask many queries.
• Department of Animal Control
In the Department of Animal Control, you will find abandoned dogs. You’ll find purebred breed and mixed dogs. This place is often known as the Dog shelter. There is a fee (cost for the dog) which helps spend on the health care received as the dog was at the animal shelter. The dogs are often neutered or spayed before each goes to their new dwellings.
• Humane Society
The Humane Society has a vet who examines dogs to ensure they may be healthy. Typically the dogs will likely be neutered or spayed before they’re taken. There’s usually a fee (cost for the dog) which helps spend on the health care received as the dog was in the Humane Society.
• Internet
Another source to buy a dog is the internet. I must say this is the cheapest and easiest way of adopting a dog because you have no need to go to any shop in search of a dog. Just browse for a pet, and you will be able to find out your sweetie.
Conclusion.
Spend some time talking to your breeder. You’ll probably be asked some questions to determine if you’re a good choice for your puppy’s new home. Don’t be insulted by this, and don’t be afraid to ask some questions back. If you demonstrate that you’re knowledgeable and will care for your new dog correctly, the breeder will be happy to help you through the adoption process.
Once you have chosen your dog, then you will need to get the supplies for him before he comes home. Be sure to get a kennel, a dog dish, dog food, collar and leash, dog bed and maybe even a bandanna or dog coat! And, remember to have fun and just love your dog. He will be the most loyal friend you will ever have.
When you shop, be aware of puppy scams and how to avoid them.
Ellen runs a small pet sitting business in southern Vermont. She has experience with a variety of small animals, dogs and cats. She has also cared for ducks, chickens and rabbits. Combined, she has over 20 years of experience in pet care and pet sitting.
Thank you for shedding light on this. Getting a pet isn’t just “let’s get a pet” it’s something we have been taking very serious here. Great points.
Very true, Andrea!
Breed rescue sounds like a place where I would like to find a dog. I am drawn to specific breeds for their various qualities.
That’s a great place to start!
Rescue is the way to go. We have three!
I agree, Margaret!
We found our dog at the dog shelter. He was the best dog you could ever ask for, he was my first baby!
That’s often the best place to get one!
I love our 16 year old blind, diabetic, arthritic American Eskimo miniature. I can’t imagine life without her and it is going to be very hard. The breeder gave her away because her fur wasn’t fluffy enough. She is so good and sensitive.