Getting a dog is a big step! It can be hard to know if you are really ready for a dog. If you are considering getting a dog you might want to check out these 5 things to consider. We’ll show you how to tell if you’re ready for a dog and then you can hopefully live happily ever after with your furry friend!
Are You Ready For A Dog? 5 Things To Consider:
Time
One of the main ways you can tell if you are ready for a dog is weather or not you have some extra time in your daily life. Dogs require a lot of time and energy and even more so if you are getting a puppy! They will need walks for exercise, trips to the dog park for socialization, and entertainment. A bored dog is going to cause you problems. Check out these ways to keep a bored dog busy if you are wondering how to entertain your pets!
Housing Restrictions
Not all apartments or condos are as lenient as we are here at MCLife. We love pets and our We Love Pets Policy proves that! We have no breed or sizing restrictions for dogs in our apartment complexes. However some apartments do not allow dogs and others will charge a monthly fee for you to have a dog. Before you can be sure that you are ready for a dog you should make sure that you will both have proper housing. Even well behaved dogs can be noisy so make sure you consider your neighbors and other such circumstances!
Financial Needs
If you think you are ready for a dog you should probably consider the financial cost. Dogs require feeding, grooming, doctors visits, and more. They are at times, very expensive, and that is important to consider before you bring one home! They will more than pay you back in love and loyalty but without proper planning and savings you could end up in a tough situation should they need emergency care!
Care and Grooming
Grooming and overall care can be a surprise cost and time consuming aspect of having a dog. before you decide if you are ready for a dog you should consider the time and energy it takes to properly care for a dog. They have needs of their own, much like people. You might find that you dog has separation issues, health problems, or just personality quirks. They have their own set of safety needs as well.
Emotional Connection
Before you get a dog I highly suggest you think about how much love you have to give! Dogs are well known for their dedication, love, and loyalty. They thrive when they see those same things in return. A great dog owner knows that without love, dedication, and loyalty any relationship will fail. Make sure that you are ready to give and receive those things from your pet for the foreseeable future! That might mean disciplining them but it will more likely mean spoiling them with homemade dog treats!
