Time Considerations:. It may be a good idea to wait until you select your new pet before you begin shopping for supplies. For example, some items, such as food and water bowls or collars and harnesses, depend upon the size of the pet you will be adopting. Also, be sure to find out which food your pet was eating in the shelter or foster home so that you can provide the same in the beginning, again to ease the transition.
After the pet has settled in, talk with your veterinarian about switching to the food of your choice. Know the financial obligation of adopting a new dog before you make the commitment.
Close Main Navigation Menu. Sign Up Log In. Hide Saved searches. Questions for All Adopters: Do you have any other pets and how will they react to a new pet? How will your social life or work obligations affect your ability to care for a pet? How do the people you live with feel about having a pet in the house? Pet cashmere brand Ruby Rufus and Instagram star Tuna have teamed up to design a gorgeous dog sweater with proceeds going to Dogs Trust. Dogs are for life The average lifespan of a dog is 13 years so make sure you are ready for a long dedicated commitment to your new furry friend.
Breed research Before you go out and choose the first adorable dog you see, it is important that you do your dog breed research. Time-consuming Get ready to sacrifice your time. Lifetime costs Dogs are expensive so ensure you have the funds to take care of them from the time they are puppies to when they are old. Exercise needs Dogs have a lot of energy and need daily exercise. Child-friendly If you have children, the idea of a puppy popping out from under the Christmas tree will seem like an amazing gift.
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Where to get your new puppy? IPAAG also has advice for buying other pets including cats, equines small mammals and more. It is important you see the puppy interacting with its mother and check that the facilities are clean and the litter appears alert and healthy. You should be able to handle the puppies freely under supervision.
Make sure your puppy is old enough to leave its mother — at least 8 weeks old. If your chosen puppy does not originate from the place of purchase, ask where it came from and try to obtain its previous history. Buyer beware! Puppies from puppy farms or other unscrupulous breeders can develop illnesses once you get them home, so save yourself the heartache and do your research before you have brought the puppy home. Always ask for a copy of its medical records, including vaccination certificate and records of worming and flea treatment.
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From deciding whether a puppy is the right pet for you, to bringing them home, here's our guide to help you prepare for your new addition. Lifestyle: Do you have enough time for a puppy? They will need plenty of company, entertainment and ongoing training during the day, especially while they are young. If you work full-time, you may need to consider day care options.
Your home: Is your home dog appropriate? Do you have a secure garden or access to a safe outdoor space for them to run and play in, and enough room for them to have separate eating and sleeping areas? What will you need to adapt to make it dog-proof? Your household: Does everyone in the household want a dog?
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