Dog ownership entails more than the pleasant company of a faithful friend. It carries with it certain responsibilities, and a number of factors must be considered in order to balance the equation. Basically these factor relates to the economic circumstances and the availability of time space and energy.
Financial Consideration
Time for the family Pet
Additional Considerations
Choice of Dog:
Having made the decision to acquire a dog, a number of other questions must be settled before the actual purchase. The most important concern age, breed status, size, temperament, and sex.
Puppy or adult dog
Purebred or mongrel
Large or small
Temperament
Male or female
Neutering
Buying a Puppy
Check points for health
Buying an Adult Dog
Preparing the Home
Feeding utensils for the Dog
Bedding for the Dog
Grooming equipment
Collars and name tags for dogs
Outdoor kennels
Bringing the Puppy Home
House Training of your Dog
Worming and Vaccination
Basic Training
At heel
The Adolescent Dog
Car Travels & Holidays
Boarding Kennels
The dog and the Law
A Second Dog