Peatful
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- Joined
- Dec 8, 2016
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Brief background:
I grew up with a mutt; we were close. Husband grew up with cats. We have happy and healthy children and they are ready for a new addition to our family.
We all are ready; but I don’t take this decision lightly.
We will get one from the shelter or animal rescue.
Questions:
-what do you wish you considered prior to getting your dog?
I’m looking for nuances and generalizations here. Anything you think is relevant.
-how do you feel about genders? Preference?
-what are the advantages of a puppy vs older?
-we don’t have a fence. Thoughts?
-besides lots of love; how do we give our dog a strong healthy foundation?
-really would love to hear any wisdom from you owners.
I grew up with a mutt; we were close. Husband grew up with cats. We have happy and healthy children and they are ready for a new addition to our family.
We all are ready; but I don’t take this decision lightly.
We will get one from the shelter or animal rescue.
Questions:
-what do you wish you considered prior to getting your dog?
I’m looking for nuances and generalizations here. Anything you think is relevant.
-how do you feel about genders? Preference?
-what are the advantages of a puppy vs older?
-we don’t have a fence. Thoughts?
-besides lots of love; how do we give our dog a strong healthy foundation?
-really would love to hear any wisdom from you owners.