Here are tips for adopting a pet from a shelter and questions which should be asked:<\/p>\n
* Does the shelter have a good reputation?<\/p>\n
* Is the shelter clean and do the animals look as if they have been properly cared for?<\/p>\n
* Where did the animal come from, that is, did the owner bring the pet in or was it rescued? If so, from where?<\/p>\n
* Does the pet exhibit any particular behavior you should be aware of?<\/p>\n
* Does the pet have any health problems and\/or what health conditions are they most susceptible to?<\/p>\n
* Is the pet a mixed breed or pure-bred?<\/p>\n
* How old is the pet?<\/p>\n
* Does the pet get along with children, if applicable?<\/p>\n
* How much space does the pet require?<\/p>\n
* What are the costs for providing food, grooming, bedding, and veterinarian care?<\/p>\n
* Can the pet be left alone during the day?<\/p>\n
* Is the pet passive or aggressive? It may take time to discover this, especially if you get a pet from a shelter, where it will not be itself out of fear and other emotional issues.<\/p>\n
* What type of interaction did the pet display with other animals in its pen.<\/p>\n
We will discuss more things to consider when choosing a pet in our next part.<\/p>\n
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