| Beyond being cute and cuddly, dogs have to be | | | | welcomed in its new home. The health of your |
| taken care of with utmost concern. This does not | | | | family members should also not be affected by a |
| only ensure that you will be a good foster parent, | | | | new addition to your family. Make sure that there |
| but would also ensure the safety of those living in | | | | is only a designated area where your dog can go |
| your home. Because dogs are living beings, they | | | | if there is somebody asthmatic living with you. |
| also need attention and affection. However, | | | | Better yet, pass on having a dog at all. |
| spending time with your pooch is not the only | | | | Think of the training time that you have to spend |
| need that you have to provide. | | | | with your pup. Because skill acquisition does not |
| Choosing the right kind of dog should fit your | | | | happen overnight, it needs patience and |
| lifestyle. If you are living on a budget but would | | | | perseverance. Housebreaking, simple obeying |
| want a companion, consider the food, hygiene and | | | | commands and establishing good habits are all a |
| healthcare expenses that you have to spend on. | | | | part of it. |
| Get a health insurance for your pet if you can to | | | | Educate yourself as well with the rules and |
| help you on the vet fees and immunizations. | | | | regulations of having a domestic animal. What are |
| If you are renting, let your landlord know about | | | | the responsibilities in the society upon purchasing |
| this addition to your wing. Others may not be | | | | or owning a dog? Prepare all the necessary |
| comfortable having a dog in the house. Make sure | | | | documents prior to purchasing a pet and don't |
| that getting one is a consensus of those in your | | | | forget to enjoy being a responsible foster parent. |
| home. Likewise, make sure that your dog will feel | | | | |