My father has said we can get a dog in three months when "Things calm down at work" and the like. I have accepted this, and i know why. Do you have any suggestions i can do until then?
2006-07-01 18:26:12 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
My father has said we can get a dog in three months when "Things calm down at work" and the like. I have accepted this, and i know why. Do you have any suggestions i can do until then?
(I'm getting a Maltese x Shih Tzu, if its any help.)
2006-07-01 19:03:38 · update #1
Perhaps you can volunteer at your local Humane Society/animal shelter so that you can learn how to care for your dog. They are always looking for volunteers, and it gives you plenty of exposure to different animals. Plus, its great community service!
2006-07-01 18:30:27 · answer #1 · answered by KansasSpice 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
And while you're at it, learn about the vaccinations that a dog does and does not need. Vets these days, are giving vaccinations that dogs do not need. Learn what the vaccines prevent and systoms of diseases. Be a smart consumer.
Current recommendations from the American Animal Hospital Association www.aahanet.org
And from Wisconsin University
http://www.news.wisc.edu/releases/8413.html
http://svmweb.vetmed.wisc.edu/articles/68/5/39
2006-07-02 08:31:24 · answer #2 · answered by A Great Dane Lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you know what kind or size then you could buy a collar,or a harness,a leash,a big pillow bed,call and check around for a good Veternerian ,find out how much shots and boosters cost if it will be a puppy buy a supply of teething toys...other than that just wait
2006-07-02 01:39:49 · answer #3 · answered by pammi_b 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have a Nintendo DS, get Nintendogs. Play with a virtual dog for a bit until you get the real thing.
Then again, that plan could backfire as why get a real dog when you got a fake one right there?
2006-07-02 01:31:17 · answer #4 · answered by instantly_oatmeal 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
think of a breed of dog that you'll get by that time...
make preparations.. like arranging your room that the dog won't break anything.. when you were able to think about what breed you like.. search the net for it's likes and dislikes and its characteristics so that you can prepare things that would make the two of you bond.. like knowing what are its habits and other activities to do with the dog
2006-07-02 01:34:18 · answer #5 · answered by vipeRkitty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Learn all you can about the different breeds and which one would be best for you and your environment then choose the best one for you and everything about that breed. Too many animals are abandoned after the owners become disappointed with their choices.
2006-07-02 02:00:59 · answer #6 · answered by katydidthattoo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go look at dogs at shelters, and go on the internet and find out what type of dog fits your family and lifestyle.
2006-07-02 01:30:51 · answer #7 · answered by Sonny M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Volunteer at an animal shelter!!
2006-07-02 01:29:38 · answer #8 · answered by Mary 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can read books on how to care for a dog. also read up on dog training so when you do get your dog you will be prepared.they are A HUGE RESPONSIBILITY.
2006-07-02 01:31:41 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a cat
2006-07-02 01:29:49 · answer #10 · answered by Sherluck 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋