Note: This blog post is a sponsored conversation written by Lynn Smythe, the Founder and Chief Blogger for The Creative Cottage lifestyle blog. The opinions, thoughts, ideas and text are all mine.
If you’re thinking of getting a new pet and don’t know where to begin then don’t worry, you have definitely come to the right place. With so many important things to consider it’s important you’re making the right decision. From deciding on what pet you want to get to buying all of the food and water bowls and other pet essentials, the more planning you do in advance the better. With that in mind, here are 6 things to consider before adopting a new pet:
Do You Have A Budget?
One of the first things you need to consider is whether or not you have a budget to get a purebred dog or if you are thinking of visiting local animal shelters and adopting a dog, cat, or another rescue animal. Although you may not like to think of money when it comes to your new fur baby family member, the reality is that there will be a certain cost associated with bringing them home. From insurance bills to food and supplies, you need to ensure you’re thinking about exactly how much it is going to cost to bring a pet into your family. For a guide to the average costs of owning a pet, you can visit this site here.
What Type Of Pet Do You Want?
Once you know what your budget is going to be, you can start to think about what type of pet you want to bring home. Whether you’re looking to get a kitten, a puppy, or a hamster – it’s important you’re doing as much research as you possibly can when it comes to caring for them.
Each and every animal is incredibly different and if you’re unsure when it comes to looking after them, extensive research is essential. From reading advice online to buying books on how to care for your new pet, the more you know the better.
Spend Time With Your Pet
No matter what pet you’re bringing into the family, you need to be sure you can dedicate enough time to them. Whether this means taking the time to walk your new puppy three times a day or taking the time to play with your new kitten, it’s important you’re showing your new pet the love and attention that they need.
If you find your new family member is struggling when it comes to being around people, you need to be sure you’re taking the necessary measure to get it used to the new and unusual surroundings. It might take some time, but before long, you will find your pet feels right at home. For guidance when it comes to making your new pet feel at home, you can visit this site here.
Dog and cat food and water bowl recommendations from The Creative Cottage
Pet Essentials to Buy
Another important thing to consider is the essentials you need to buy in order for your new pet to live a happy and healthy life. Whether you need to buy a comfy dog bed and lots of toys or you need to purchase a fishbowl and coloful coral, it’s important you’re doing as much research as you possibly can when it comes to the essentials. Although it may take some time to buy everything you need to keep them safe, the happiness of your new pet should be at the forefront of your mind at all times.
Pest Control Services
Another important thing to consider when it comes to bringing a pet home is whether or not you need to hire any pest control services. If you’re experiencing issues with pests you may find that it will cause your new family member harm, especially if they’re young and unable to fend for themselves. Whilst it can be expensive, it is the best possible way to ensure your pets are going to be safe. For more information when it comes to pest control services, you can visit this site here.
Where to Get Your Pet?
Finally, you need to think about where you’re going to be getting your new cat, dog, bunny or bird from. There are so many different places to buy pets that you need to be sure you’re going somewhere that is not only trusted but somewhere that is legal. As with most other purchases, the more research you do the better. You can research local re-homing centers, pet rescue organizations, a pet adoption agency or even your local animal care and control.
I used to recommend staying away from local stores, but the pet stores in my area both work with local animal rescue organizations to adopt out unwanted or stray cats, kittens, puppies and dogs. Also, it’s a good idea to spend some time with a few animals to make sure they have the right energy level for you and your family.
Are you bringing a new pet into your family? What do you need to consider beforehand? Did I miss anything off the list? Let me know your thoughts and ideas in the comments section below.
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