Choosing a Pet
Before you consider buying a pet, think of how much time you are willing to devote to
your pets well being:
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Do you have enough money to feed and attend to the health of a pet for his or her
entire life?
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Is your living space large enough for a pet? Do you have space outdoors for a pet?
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How many hours of the day are you home on order to provide care for your pet?
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Will your neighbors mind?
All pets need attention. Dogs are very responsive and active pets: they need your love and
attention. Dogs need to be walked at least three times daily and need space to exercise.
Cats socialize differently with their human companions. They need your love and
attention. We advise you keep your cats indoors. Your companion will live longer and stay
healthier. If you really want your cat to go outdoors provide him or her with a cage. Both
dogs and cats should be spayed and neutered and yearly rabies vaccinations.
Whether you have a cat or dog, your companion needs to have an identification tag that is
registered with the animal services in your area. Microchips are added protection.
If you have small companion animals such as mice, rats, rabbits, gerbils, guinea pigs, or
budgies you need to do your homework to find out how best to care for your friend.
A strong word of advice: don't buy an exotic pet. They are often hard to care for,
expensive to keep and sometimes they are taken from their home in the wild.
