Adding a Pet to the Home

There will come a time in every person’s life when they consider pet ownership or their child asks for a dog or cat. The decision to adopt a pet of any type shouldn’t be undertaken lightly. A pet is a lifelong commitment – their lifetime, not yours. Animals are living beings with feelings and needs – not a disposable accessory. It’s your responsibility to ensure pets are fed, vaccinated, have the physical comforts required, and children are taught how to treat the animal with kindness, caring, and compassion. No matter how much your child begs, you need to honestly evaluate your child’s maturity level before adding a pet to the family.

The Downside

Canines need to be trained not to relieve themselves indoors and it takes time and patience. Smaller breeds will need to relieve themselves more often.
Dogs and cats go through teething like kids and will chew on anything available
Keeping animals in ‘training cages’ often leads to boredom and destructive behaviors
Dogs need obedience training
You’ll need a pet sitter if you travel frequently
If you get a cat, they’ll need a litter box that will require daily cleaning
Pets shed and it increases when they’re stressed
You may be allergic and not know it
There are considerable expenses associated with a pet
Depending on their natural behavior patterns, they can be noisy at night
If a dog attacks someone, you can be sued for any medical costs and the dog may be taken and euthanized
You’re liable if your dog destroys someone’s property
Pets can outlive you
All animals don’t like kids

The Benefits

Pets provide unconditional love and comfort
They empathize with you
They relieve stress
Pets can be the impetus for you to get more exercise
Pets don’t judge you
They look to you for love and comfort – yes, even cats
Pets reduce blood pressure
Pets improve mental health

Having an animal companion can be one of the most rewarding experiences you’ll have, but it’s also an expensive undertaking and requires commitment. Adopting from a shelter provides a forever home to a deserving animal and aids in curtailing pet mills. Never give an animal as a gift for Christmas, Easter, or other occasion.

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