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We have a three- year old minpin and while we hesitated having a pet dog before , we sure are very happy to own a minpin now due to the joy and enjoyment he gives us with his very dynamic but pleasant disposition!
We acquired another puppy later but this time the japanese spitz-terrier mix we subsequently brought in got too big faster than the minpin and became too aggressive not only for the minpin but also for us. So we decided to give away the jap spitz-terrier mix and are looking for another minpin which we generally found to be low maintenance pet dog!
So if you are one of those who haven't owned a dog yet and would love one to own one , the article below might help you decide whether to go on with your plan or just forego!
9 things to know before getting a dog
Posted by Nicolas of Care2, selected from petMD
Photo: JSF306 Via Flickr
Have you been dreaming of getting a dog ever since you saw the reruns of the television classic Lassie as a kid? Or maybe you were fortunate enough to watch the original series. While your dog might not be able to save you week after week from a burning building, a runaway freight train, or the bottom of a well (and in the time it takes to finish a 30-minute episode, too!), owning a dog can be a wonderful experience.
Here are 9 things you should know and consider before choosing
your canine friend.
1. Dogs Take Up a Lot of Time and Energy.
Yes, they are rewarding. But if you live alone and work twenty
hours a day, then perhaps a dog is not the best choice for you.
Hey, there are always those super-cool robot dogs!
2. Not Home a Lot? Invest in a Dog Walker.
If you are not often at home, and you really want a dog, you
probably should invest in a dog walker. You’d probably be wise to
choose a dog breed that isn’t especially needy, too. Check out
PetMD‘s Breedopedia
to select from a wide variety of breeds.
3. Dogs Need Enough Space.
Any dog you get should be suitable to not only your lifestyle,
but your surroundings. If you live in a shoebox apartment,then a
large dog is obviously not a good choice.You don’t want your dog to
develop health issues, be bored or destroy things. Large dogs
really belong in big places with lots of outdoor space.
4. Climate Matters.
Consider which breeds are suitable or your region’s climate,
especially if you have a yard and want to keep it as an outside
dog.
5. Puppies are Cute, But a Lot of Work.
Puppies require the most work when it comes to house training. If you: (a) don’t want your
things chewed up, or (b) don’t have the time or money to train the
puppy, consider adopting an already housebroken, adult dog.
Also Check Out: 10 Fun Dog Facts (Slideshow)
6. Your Stuff Will Need Some Rearranging.
Make sure you have lots of chew toys available for your puppy
and keep all expensive things (like shoes and clothes) out of its
reach; the same goes for chemicals and medicines. Puppies like to
investigate and try everything, so make sure there is nothing
dangerous around for them to sample.
7. The Vet is Your Friend.
Get your dog vaccinated and spayed or neutered as soon as
possible. Oh, and take your dog to the vet for its routine
checkups. Your dog will thank you for it and live a much better
(and longer) life.
8. Buy an Appropriate Leash
Get a proper leash and harness for your dog. A leash too small
or too large may hurt it inadvertently during its walking routine,
or, worse yet, allow it to hurt others or get loose and run
away.
9. Have Fun!
Regardless of the dog breed you choose, have fun! They say there is no better friend than a dog.
We have to agree.
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