Pets bring us a tremendous amount of pleasure and joy. However, owning any animal is a big responsibility and should be viewed as a long term commitment for the lifetime of the pet. This means that potential pet owners should take into account that a pet could live 15 years or more and, as peoples’ situations change, careful thought should be given as to possible changes in your personal circumstances and whether or not your lifestyle will still be pet friendly over time.
Some points to consider to help you before making a decision are listed below:
Most owners regard their pet as a member of the family, providing a “forever home” and loving and caring for them up until the very end. Choosing the right pet and, particularly when it comes to dogs, choosing the right breed is crucial to help you have a long and happy relationship with your pet over the many years.
This practice is happy to offer advice in order to help you make the right decision for you and your family, not only as to which pet or breed to go for but also on where best to purchase or rescue your pet from. Please feel free to contact us and talk to us before you purchase your new pet. This advice service is free.