I need lots of reasons to to get a puppy?

Question

i really want one alll my life and now i have a chance to get one but i'm worried if it'll be happy or i won;t know what to do if it's sick or if i shuld even get one

Answer 1

If you're already having this many doubts then maybe you should wait a little while longer. Puppies are a HUGE responsibility. Make sure that you're prepared.

Answer 2

Your best bet is to make 2 appointments. One with a veterinarian, and another with a breeder. The vet will tell you what you can expect when it comes to taking care of a puppy, the periods of time it takes to train one, average food and medical costs. The breeder will tell you the type of home environment best suited for the breed that you're looking at, and the do's and don'ts of that specific breed.
Puppies take a lot of time when they're young, in order to adjust to the world around them, and to you as it's Alpha. If you haven't the time to dedicate, then possibly you should consider a little older dog, that's had some initial training.
A well adjusted dog is a pleasure to come home to, and will be a wonderful companion. The wrong choice can wind up a total disaster, turning you off to animals forever.

Answer 3

The only reason to get a puppy is that you want to grow old with it. Puppies need major time and care and effort on the owners part. If you are already worried about having a dog, before doing anything, why not go to the library and read up on different breeds.

Answer 4

You need reasons to get a puppy? Or information on having a puppy? There's no reason to get a puppy other than wanting to share your life with a dog. That's why people get dogs. Or at least, that's why people should get dogs.

Do lots of research. There's a bunch of books out there about owning dogs and puppies. There's even "For Dummies" books on puppies, dog training, and different dog breeds. Read them. Cover-to-cover.

Be honest with yourself (I wasn't in a position to get a dog until I was 26 years old) after you do your research.

And finally, educate yourself about where puppies come from. Research puppy mills, backyard breeders and pet stores so you know where NOT to get a puppy from. Volunteer at your local animal shelter for a while to get a good idea about homeless dogs and just how to handle and care for dogs in general.

As with anything, knowledge is power. It's a crying shame that most people spend more time researching what new car to get than how to care for and handle a thinking, feeling creature living in their own home.

Answer 5

If it gets sick, make sure you would have enough money to at least take care of it.
A puppy will need to be housetrained.
A puppy will need to be trained not to chew on your furniture.
A puppy will need discipline.
A puppy will need attention all the time.
A puppy will need monthly vaccinations in the beginning.

Go to the shelter and find an adult dog. I got a 3 year old female dog, already spayed and housetrained. Adult dogs don't need as much attention, and chances are, some of them are already housebroken.

Answer 6

I can give you reasons for NOT getting a puppy:
1. They are a lot of work.
2. Need care and training
3. There are older dogs in need of homes!!

Answer 7

If you've always wanted one and you're able to afford it, take care of it, have time for it... you should get one. You need money to take them to the vet and get their shots, in case anything major happens it'll cost money to take 'em to the vet too plus the food. Other than that, they're not too bad. If you love dogs, you'll love the little thing.

Answer 8

Never get an animal if you're not completely sure things will work out perfectly with it.

Answer 9

thier cute