Are you ready to dive into a long-term commitment?

If you adopt a pet, make sure that you are ready to commit and ask yourself what your situation will be in the near future. Many owners abandon their pets due to relocation, newborn human child, new job, illness etc. You don’t want to be one of them!

How spacious is your house?

Every pet has different needs regarding movement and open space. For instance, cats mostly adapt easily to a small space and staying indoors but a dog may require more room. Choose accordingly.

Are you ready for a lifestyle haul?

Your new companion's presence will require you to change your lifestyle. For example, will you have time to walk your pet twice a day? If you are not prepared to adapt your lifestyle to the duties that come along with having a pet, you should think again.

Are you prone to allergies?

Many people adopt a pet without realizing that a member of their family could be allergic. To avoid having to abandon a pet, take the necessary measures to check for allergies. For example, foster for a local shelter or a friend. This will give you a trailer before you decide to actually download the movie!

Is your pocket ready for this?

Pet  adoption fee is only the beginning part of the process. You need to plan beyond that as well. Food, litter, hygiene products, accessories, kennel and veterinary costs including annual vaccinations and exams, sterilization, illnesses are among the few costs that are involved.

What happens to your pet during your absence?

Before adopting, plan to have a responsible person who can take care of your pet or have a budget set for pet boarding or a dog sitter. Choose carefully because many animals are lost by the person in whose care they are left. Most veterinary clinics offer this service and there are also excellent boarding houses at variable cos.

Ready to cuddle with your fur-ever companion?

Determine if you have the time and energy to take care of them everyday. Pets suffer from boredom too, you know and a pet who is bored may show signs of depression and develop behavioural problems. Pets love to play, run, walk, be talked to and be cuddled with. It is important to take time out for them because the more they are stimulated, the more they will be balanced and more you will enjoy living with them.