Pets make our homes and our lives happier

Whether you are adopting a puppy from a rescue shelter or buying one from a breeder, make sure your reasons are the same. Bringing a puppy into your home is a big responsibility and one that should not be taken lightly. Consider the reasons why you want a furry friend in your home and ask yourself some very important questions about dog ownership. Only then will you be able to fully commit to having a four-legged child in your home.

Will a puppy solve conflict?

If you are looking toward adopting a puppy because you think it will make your family life happier, think again. Dogs are long-term, huge responsibilities. And while loving on your forever friend will bond you during the good times, it can tear you apart during the bad times. Who is going to walk them? Who is going to feed them? Who will take care of them when they are sick or hurt? Make sure you have an understanding between family members that everyone is responsible. Once that is established, a puppy can help ease conflict within the household.

Will a puppy provide comfort?

If you genuinely want unconditional love, adopt a four-legged friend to come into your home. Dogs provide much love and comfort that you aren’t going to get from any human. They don’t know forced or pretend love. They only know the unconditional kind. They want to love you and they want to be loved. If you are looking for comfort during a difficult time, a dog is your best bet. Just make sure you still want that comfort even during good times. A dog is going to be there for you through thick and thin. Make sure you can do the same.

Can I accept the responsibilities of owning a dog?

Before you adopt, understand that dogs are a huge responsibility. They are fun and frolicky but they are also a handful. Puppies cry at four in the morning. They have accidents in the house, even as adult dogs. They need to be fed and walked on a regular schedule. They need exercise and friendship. They need training and discipline. Make sure you understand these responsibilities before you tackle dog ownership.

Do I have the financial resources to take care of a puppy?

With huge responsibilities of taking care of a puppy come financial responsibilities as well. Dogs require veterinary care and food doesn’t come cheap. Even the cheap stuff isn’t cheap. And if you want to keep your dog happy and healthy, you aren’t going to be feeding them the cheap stuff anyway. Dogs are active and sometimes they get hurt. Are you prepared for a large vet bill if they break a bone or have health issues? You can’t just hand a puppy or dog back when times get tough so make sure you understand that dogs come with financial responsibilities in order for them to lead happy and healthy lives.

Owning a dog is a huge responsibility but with a lot of love and kindness, a dog can enrich your life like nothing else. If you are looking for a puppy for sale, look to White River Kennels to provide you with the most loyal Vizsla and Weimaraner puppies around. You haven’t known love until you adopt a Vizsla or Weimaraner.

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