| In a country like India where stray dogs are a | | | | you need to consider at that time. |
| common problem, adopting such dogs is also a | | | | - Your eating style should also match with your |
| common practice. However, most people don't | | | | dog. If you are a vegetarian then adopt dog |
| consider all aspects when adopting a domestic dog | | | | according to that and if non-vegetarian then adopt |
| from the shelter. The main questions to ask are | | | | accordingly. |
| do you have any idea about the background, | | | | - See also the behavior of dog if he is of |
| where he came from, how he reacts and how to | | | | aggressive nature then he might need to be |
| understand him. | | | | trained. |
| Here are some typical questions which will help | | | | - At the time of adopting a dog consider other if |
| you in adoption of a dog: | | | | you have any other pets in your house. |
| - First find the information about the dog that | | | | - Read the policies when you are adopting a dog. |
| whether he is a stray dog or a shelter dog. This | | | | - Only few kennels in India provide the facility of |
| will help you in understanding his background. | | | | Spaying, Neutering, Shots, and Deworming. So |
| - Puppy is the better choice. But if you are going | | | | check all these things. |
| for a rescue dog then the age should be between | | | | - Some dogs will show a preference for certain |
| 8 weeks -15 years. | | | | types of people-more towards women, men, |
| - Check the medical and behavioral problems of a | | | | children or the elderly. Dogs are adaptable in most |
| dog before adopting it. | | | | cases. |
| - If you want to buy a trained dog then go for | | | | You should keep in mind all the above details |
| the foster dogs. | | | | when you are adopting a dog. Again, always |
| - You also have to be thoughtful about the dog | | | | choose a dog according to your lifestyle. It's good |
| problems like dog aggression, house training. | | | | if you get a friendly dog and if you have children |
| - The main and important thing when you are | | | | then it will be the best thing to happen. You will be |
| adopting a dog, your life style and activity should | | | | lucky if you find an ideal dog that is friendly with |
| be matched with your dog. If you are an outgoing | | | | your family in minimum time. As the wise say a |
| person, athletic, quiet whatever your personality | | | | dog is a the best pet that a man can have! |