This Cute Pet

Are you thinking about adopting?

Reasons for adopting a puppy.
The top reasons for adopting a dog are for companionship, for children, as a guard dog or as a show dog.

* A companion should like to do the same things you do. Take this into consideration when choosing a breed. Do your research.
* A playmate for the kids should be calm and not prone to aggressiveness.There are a lot of good breeds, such as the Labrador retriever. Don't set yourself up by getting an 'active' or excitable dog.
* A guard dog needs to be loyal and easy to train.
* You should do your research on breeders if you are interested in a show dog.

• Go beyond getting a puppy because it is "cute". This is a living creature and has needs such as feeding.

• Make sure that you have plenty of room for the dog to play or toilet outside.

• Make sure that you will have enough time to spend with the puppy. They are similar to babies in that they need special attention. Be realistic.

• Can you afford a puppy? There are costs such as for the vet and basic set up. The first year can be in the hundreds of dollars.

Consulting a vet or the humane society is suggested as well.