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Things you should consider before adopting a pet

- (With inputs by Akshay Kanitkar, Rashi Narang, and Aastha Bahl)

Willingnes­s to commit and adjust, the size of your home, the kind of weather your city has are some factors that need to be considered before adopting a per. Take a look at the following list to know more.

Ask yourself if you are ready to bring a pet into your life. Do you have the time and energy required to train and care for a pet from the start to the very end? (if you have a doubt about this, take a little more time to think about it).

Consider all your options. Puppies and kittens are not the only ones that you can adopt. Adult dogs and cats often need homes too.

How does you family feel about pet animals? Pets are family, so it’s almost like planning a baby or a new addition to the family. So, make sure everyone at home is okay with the new adoption. Does your current home have enough room? While cats, birds and small dogs

PETS ARE FAMILY, SO IT’S ALMOST LIKE PLANNING A BABY. SO, MAKE SURE EVERYONE AT HOME IS ON THE SAME PAGE

manage well in apartments, larger dogs need more room to stretch their legs.

Can you commit as a family? Will you be ready for the lifestyle changes that the pet will bring? That may mean morning walks, waking you up really early and many more things.

Are you ready to spend money on them? You must make sure that you are able to adjust to their special needs in terms of food and vaccinatio­ns.

 ?? PHOTO: SHUTTERSTO­CK ?? You must feel ready for the lifestyle changes that the pet will bring before you go ahead with the adoption
PHOTO: SHUTTERSTO­CK You must feel ready for the lifestyle changes that the pet will bring before you go ahead with the adoption

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