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A dog: pros and cons of keeping

2021-04-12T01:00:15+01:00



It is not an easy task to get a dog, grow it, and educate.That is to teach the animal properly and grow a really good dog.You have to be a strong personality to become a wonderful dog owner. Also, be aware that a dog is a living being, not just goods.They cannot (or rather should not) be cast aside as second-hand clothes. If you really want to get a dog, you need to understand that the animal will be your companion for the next 10-20 years.




Pros and cons of owning a dog




Pros:



  • - Dogs are funny. They can play and work with you.

  • - Dogs are loyal and faithful. Your dog will follow you everywhere, will protect you in case of need, and will never betray. It does not ask much in return.

  • - Dogs help their owners to engage in physical culture and sports. For example, you can do exercise at least twice a day with your dog. Thanks to regular exercise you can lose weight, cholesterol becomes lower and the risk of the emergence and development of diabetes reduces.

  • - The dog is not only the animal, but also the best friend at the same time.Studies show that dog owners always live better when it comes to depression, loneliness, illness, lower self-esteem, and discouragement arising on a background of comprehension of life, stress, and excessive activity.

  • - Dogs are full-fledged family members. Therefore, they can have a positive impact overall family.

  • - Being well educated and trained, the dog may not be dangerous. If it is just barking, it can make robbers escape.



Cons:



  • - Availability of duties. The dog is unhappy if it does not have daily exercise and it hits the street just to go to the toilet somewhere in the yard or around the corner. That is why it is more difficult to have a dog, especially a large one, living in the city.Dogs need to work effectively, move actively, use their freedom and use their hunting or detective skills, security and service qualities in the natural environment.Therefore, if you do not live near the park, woods or other green area, this point should be taken into account when deciding whether to get a dog.

  • - Costs. You need to buy dog ​​foods, go to the vet at least once a year (assuming that your dog is healthy), and pay the hotel when you go on vacation.Dog hotels are not cheap at all.

  • - Keep in mind that whenever you are going on a trip, even if it is just for a couple of days, you need to hire someone to look after your dog. Perhaps a close relative, friend or employee from the kennel.In any case, it must be a person who has at least some knowledge of dogs and understands how to take care of them.

  • - Animal training required.Some people do not like if a dog jumps on them, especially when they are wet or have dirty paws.It is always helpful when the dog is trained to sit.The dog must learn the boundaries associated with the fact where their food is, where it is located.Understand what objects (such as a sofa or a bed) are out of their territory. Moreover, most important, your dog should go to the toilet outside of the house. In the latter case, of course, it requires a lot of time and patience. It is necessary to teach the animal to avoid further problems with the dog.


What to consider before buying a pet



Before you choose a dog, it is recommended to spend a certain amount of research to explore all sorts of information about the behavior and temperament of animals of different breeds. Dogs can be as varied as cars.Spending analogy, we can give you an example: you have the Porsche, while the other have Smarts. However, the driver of Porsche will hardly be happy driving a Smart Car, and vice versa.



Choosing a pet, take into account the habits caused by the animal breed.Therefore, there are dogs that love the water. Others like to dig. There are animals that love to run, and not just nearby, but at a sufficiently long distance.



Along with this, it is necessary to clearly define as to whether you prefer to get a dog from a breeder, or take from the animal shelter. These shelters are full of animals that are waiting for the opportunity to show their kindness, loyalty, and get into a loving home.



With proper study of the question, you can be sure to find a dog that fits your lifestyle. And whose needs will be met in your home.