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10 Reasons not to buy a puppy for Christmas |
10 Reasons why you shouldn't buy a puppy for Christmas
1. You are bored, lonely and looking for a companion at night…
If you’re only looking to comfort yourself at night, when your “special someone” is not around and you don’t plan on giving your dog what dogs interpret as affection (long walks, playing fetch, proper diet, & training) your dog will suffer and may become dirty,destructive and unmanageable. Dont' be selfish.
2. You live in a bad area and think a fierce dog can protect you...
Most dogs love to protect, guard their masters. It is their nature and their instinct to protect you, and that can include protecting you from members of your own family and guests to you home. Very protective dogs can be very hostile towards almost all strangers if not properly trained, this can cause you a lot of stress for you, your friends and family and the dog.
If you do not walk your dog daily, train them properly, or pay them a great deal of attention, these dogs have been known to act in unpredictable ways. Some have been known to even turn on their owner in unique situations.
3. Paris Hilton has one?
Dogs are not fashion accessories, something you can just toss over your shoulder, show off to friends, and then shove into a drawer later. They have feelings, emotions, and are very sensitive. What use is a handbag that bites?
4. You are planning on moving soon, and not sure where you’re going...
A dog at this time could be very inconvenient, if you plan on moving soon, you need to first think about some important facts about renting or owning with a dog in the family. Many places do not allow dogs, especially larger more aggressive breeds, you should research this before you make your decision.
5. Your best friend just got one...
Do not buy a dog unless you understand what kind of a commitment you are making and are prepared to live up to that. In my experience, unless you’ve seriously thought about owning a dog, and really want one, you are not going to care for it correctly and might even end up giving it back.
6. Your kids want the oh so cute puppy they saw...
Parents, don’t let them fool you. How long before you end up the only person caring for that cute puppy ? You guessed it… This decision should be left up to you and only you, as you will ultimately be responsible for the dog.
7. You have never before sincerely thought about owning a dog, but decided on the spur of the moment to pick one up...
It is not a spur of the moment thing, either you want to be responsible for a living breathing animal and friend, or you do not or possibly can not.
8. Things haven’t been going well between you and your boyfriend/partner/husband/wife; a dog might just fix it...
no.... a puppy is not going to fix your problems and may even make things worse.
9. You just finished watching Benji/Beethoven/Turner and Hooch and you want one...
Research the breed you are interested in owning, animal film stars are highly trained and bear no resemblance to the real thing!
10. The law protects dogs now and you could find yourself in trouble if you are not caring for it properly,
but....... if you have thought long and hard about your future together, researched the breeds, and have the means to support another living, breathing, feeling creature, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week - then go for it, but why not give some poor dog a second chance at happiness, the shelters are full of last years puppies that didn't find the right human.
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