[PLEASE NOTE Absolute Exotics SA UNFORTUNATELY DON'T SELL Domestic Pets like cats or dogs but we still love to share our knowledge with the general public thats why we'll soon have a complete section for cats & dogs to share Hints and tips on how to look after your furry friends helping you to create a happy healthy lifestyle for your pets]
Have you been thinking about adopting a new puppy?
If so, we are so excited for you. While it's true that puppies are adorable and fun, they also require a lot of time and financial commitment—so here's what you need to know and consider before you bring your new friend home!
First, it's important to understand that adopting a puppy will have an impact on your financial resources.
You will be required to provide and pay for things such as: pet food, supplements, vet care, toys, collars, and leashes, as well as training/obedience classes (if required) just to name a few. So be sure to provide for these expenses in your monthly budget before bringing your new pup home.
You should also think about how much time your new puppy (dog) will require.
They need daily exercise and socialization so keep this in mind! Make sure you have the time available to invest in your new puppy daily. He/she will need lots of attention from humans as well as other dogs (or even cats) so be prepared for regular playtime and lots of it! If you work full-time and are away from home for long periods of time or have kids with after school activities during the weekdays, then it might not be feasible for your family to adopt a dog.
Also, remember if your pup hasn't yet been potty trained
, you might need to invest in obedience classes, maybe even a few self-help books or general puppy training guides to help with house training.
Also, very important remember and consider.
TO ADOPT!!! & DONT SHOP!!!
There is thousands of animals and pets all over South Africa in local animal shelters waiting to be rescued and ready to go to loving forever homes!! So maybe you should consider adopting and fostering an older animal from your local shelter. Should you decide to go with this option and adopt from a local shelter near you, know there are still adoption fees that may apply. Most shelters also require spaying or neutering, some even requiring micro-chipping of the animals as part of their adoption process.
Lastly, give yourself the required time needed to process all the information and do as much research as possible
. Getting a new pet is not only a huge decision but also life changing. It's a 10 to15 year commitment. Absolute Exotics SA and our team knows that we've hardly scratched the surface in this article and there’s loads more of related topics to cover when it comes to general care for dogs and providing you fur child with a happy, healthy Pet Lifestyle. Our team truly hopes we were able to help assist and guide you with facts and information about all the pros and cons you should consider before getting a pet.
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