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- August 1, 2019
5 things to consider before adopting a puppy
Quick! Read this now before you fall in love!
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2. Consider your lifestyle
Maybe a puppy isn't the best for you if you work a lot.
Lynn said she and her colleagues purposely put older dogs up front before people get to the puppies in the back to make sure the senior dogs aren't ignored. Everyone loves a puppy, but if you travel and work long hours, a house-broken dog may be a better fit.
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Also, if you're a couch potato who just wants a snuggle buddy, a Lab or Husky isn't for you. Consider an English Bulldog first.
3. Where do you live?
Do you have a home with a yard or an apartment?
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Also, does your landlord approve of having dogs in your place? Don't try to pull a fast one and sneak a pup into your apartment.
Animal League America staffers call all landlords first to make sure dogs are OK.
\"We do check references,\" Lynn said.
4. Do you already have a pet?
The old adage of \"fighting like cats and dogs\" is mostly a myth, but whether it's a cat, dog or hamster, you need to make sure your current pet will get along with your new pet.
\"Bring them here, and we can have meet and greet,\" Lynn said. \"Get an honest assessment. We have experts here on pet behavior. ... We have every resource you're going to need.\"
5. Do your research
Does your job offer pet insurance? Do you want a purebred or mixed?
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Depending on your answer to these important questions, do your research and learn about the breed that's best for you.
Lynn said that while purebreds are great, they may have more health issues than mixed dogs, so be ready to care for your little bud if he or she gets sick. Every dog is different, of course, but it's good to know the history of the breed you're considering.
\"At the end of the day, we just want the adoption to work,\" Lynn said. \"We want the animal to be happy, we want the people to be happy.\"
Editor's Note: This story was originally published on August 1, 2018.
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