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Well, if you’re reading this, then chances are that you might be thinking about getting a pet! Whether it is a dog or cat, the decision to bring an animal into your home will have a significant impact on both your life and theirs.
It would help if you prepared for some things before taking them in, and after living with you for a while. Here is what you should do so that the transition from shelter or breeder to a new home can go smoothly.
A pet care fund is money that you will need to spend on your pet. Pet care can include anything from food, beds and toys for your pet. It is also a good idea to have money set aside for any emergencies. Emergencies can include trips to the vet if your pets get injured or sick unexpectedly, as well as other costs that may be incurred during their lifetime.
Make sure that you have a comfortable and quiet place for them to rest. This is especially important if they are sick or injured, as they will need to be closer at hand for care.
A nice, clean bed with the right fabric should do the trick. You can click here to learn more about pet friendly fabrics. If it’s not possible to dedicate an entire room (or even part of a room) to the pet, make sure you have enough space near your person that they can be nearby when needed.
Remove any fragile items from tables and shelves. Put them away until your pet is a little older or more comfortable with its new home. If you have small children, the last thing they need to be tripping over is delicate knick-knacks that could shatter into hundreds of pieces if knocked off a tabletop by an exuberant pet.
Remove any potentially poisonous plants from your home. If you have pets, this is especially important because they can be drawn to the greenery and start munching away on something that could make them very ill or even kill them if enough of it was ingested during one sitting. Check with local veterinarians for more info about potential houseplants that are toxic to your particular pet.
Family members need to be supportive of the new pet. It’s good for them to do some research on their own to learn more about pets and what it means to have one in the home. Researching is excellent, but before bringing an animal into your family, you must make sure everyone is ready.
Talk with each member individually and ask if they are prepared to take on the responsibility of owning a pet. Discuss how much they will be involved, where the animal will stay, and any allergies in the home.
Gather information for everyone like feeding schedules, vet appointments and vaccinations that need to happen during their first year with you. This way, they can review it before bringing the animal home.
The decision to adopt a pet is an important one and should not be taken lightly. If you are prepared and able, this will most likely leave everyone involved happy with the situation at hand. Make sure that all family members understand what it entails before starting the process of adoption or buying.
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