Thinking About Getting A Dog?

So you are thinking about getting a dog? Well I am going to make you
think about it first. It is not that I am discouraging anyone from dog
ownership but I think that it is something that should not be entered
into without some serious thought. Maybe before you get a dog, you should
ask yourself the following questions:
What’s your work situation?
What are you currently doing with your free time and can you take a dog
along?
Do you have adequate space?
Do you have adequate insurance?
Do you like to travel?
If there are others in your household besides you …how do they feel
about a dog in their life?
Have you ever dog sat for a friend to see what having a dog is all about?
What type of dog do you want?
How much exercise does this breed of dog that you are interested in require?
Can you afford to care for you new dog properly?

The honest answers to these and other questions will help you make the
proper decision regarding dog ownership. Dogs are great companions but
lets face it, in order to be a companion you need to spend time together.
Are you ready for the commitment? Make sure you are getting your dog for
the right reasons and that you are ready to deal with the realities of
responsible dog ownership. Dogs equal responsibility. They depend on you.
They rely on you for food, water, training, medical care and attention.
I think you’ll find that timing has a lot to do with getting a dog
and being a good dog owner.

If you are ready for the commitment I am sure you and your dog will be
a great team. If not maybe you should wait a while until the time is right.

Good Luck,
Uncle Bob

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