DOG OWNERSHIP SELF-TEST.

 If you are thinking about purchasing or adopting a dog, you may wish to take a few minutes to review this question to find out if you are really ready to take on the responsibility of being a dog owner.
(1) Have you studied about the breed of dog you plan to buy? Do you know the desired characteristic features of this breed? Do these characteristic features fit your lifestyle? Does this breed’s activities level match yours?
(2) Do you have the necessary supplies for a new puppy? You will need food and water dishes, a crate of other sage resting place, a collar, leash, comb and brush etc.
(3) Have you considered the cost in terms of time and money to provide health care, food, and training for the puppy? Will you make an appointment with a veterinarian for health examinations, shots, and deworming if needed?
(4)Will you be able to take the time to introduce the routine at your house? It is necessary to get puppies during weekends or when you can take your vacation time.
(5) Have you located a puppy training class? Do you know when your puppy can start training? Do you have book or pamphlet to help you cope with your puppy until he or she is old enough for information. Many dog training clubs or schools also have new puppy information.
(6) If you work outside your home, are you ready to prepare your puppy to spend your working hours alone? Since dogs are social animals, your puppy will not want to stay alone. Expect your puppy to whine, cry, and/or bark when you leave for work. This is a common survival behavior most times to get the owner (you) to rescue the puppy before it gets into real danger. If your puppy protest being alone, it may annoy your neighbor even if it doesn’t border you. This can cause serious problems with your neighbor or landlord. Many urban suburban dogs need to tolerate being alone eight to ten hours per day. Your puppy’s breeder, puppy boot, veterinarian or puppy class instructor should be able to help you with this task.
(7) Are you prepared to prevent environmental contamination by picking up the properly disposed dog feces? This is necessary to protect yourself from the diseases that can be transmitted from your dog to you. Your family, friends, and neighbours may also become infected with diseases that can be transmitted from your dog to people.