Selecting a Pet
Things to consider before adopting a pet
Make an informed decision when adopting a pet
Is this the best time to adopt? Assess your life.
Do research before you acquire a dog
Youngster v. Adult?
Advantages to adopting an older pet:
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Puppies may grow to be larger than expected or develop temperaments that are not ideal for their adopting families.
- Many adult dogs are already housetrained, with some obedience training as well.
- Older pets also have a fully developed immune systems. They are less likely to acquire diseases such as parvo virus, worms and skin diseases.