#Steeven.™ Posted April 3, 2023 Posted April 3, 2023 Having a companion animal entails responsibilities and, especially if we opt for a puppy, we must know that these are greater. In the specific case of dogs, a puppy can be a very big burden that we may not be prepared for and, therefore, it is important that we know everything we need about their care and demands before acquiring one. To avoid the experience of returning it, here are some ideas from the Royal Canine Society of Spain (RSCE). A lifestyle compatible with care. A dog will live with us for approximately 10 to 15 years. And he will need a lot of care: at least three walks a day, hygiene and food. Also, if your work schedules require a lot of time away from home, if your social life is active enough that you don't devote enough attention to your dog, think about it as many times as necessary. There is no time limit for training How much time should I dedicate to training my puppy to live in harmony? ask many stakeholders. The mere question is a mistake: the answer is something like 'all the time in the world'. Dogs, like human beings, are different from each other and a large part of their temperament is determined by their breed: they get bored, they miss their littermates and their mother, they are stubborn... Do you have time and, above all, patience? Make sure it will integrate into your family A dog is not an object, nor a gift: it is much more. He will be a new member of the family. For this reason, it is necessary to check if the arrival of a puppy is compatible with those who already inhabit the home: other animals, babies who cry at night, a child who does not like animals... Dogs howl at night, do their needs where they shouldn't until they learn, they bite everything they see and cover everything with hair. All these realities must be taken into account. Know the canine laws of your locality Cities adopt their own laws: entry into leisure establishments, workplaces, rules for walkers, prohibitions of some breeds, obligations to wear a muzzle... Canine culture is changing and, increasingly, the guidelines are more dog-friendly, but the laws are there and you have to comply with them. A simple consultation on the Internet can save you many disagreements in the future in your municipality. Do you have the space you need in your home? Living in a chalet on the outskirts of a city is not the same as living in a 30-square-meter studio near our workplace. Some breeds need permanent exercise for their development. Having a nearby garden, park or pine forest can help us. In addition, there are the different regulations imposed by the neighboring communities, in which restrictions can be adopted in buildings for pets. Clarify this before launching yourself to acquire a puppy. Sufficient income for a minimum investment Having a dog is not free. Guaranteeing breeding for more than a decade has a cost, but also the reward of having the best of companies. Hygiene, vets, food, leisure... In the Royal Canine Society of Spain, the estimate is a minimum investment of 1,300 euros per year for a puppy to receive basic care, a figure that may increase in times of inflation. Do you have the necessary income to guarantee this investment? The question is not trivial. The selection of the breed is essential According to data from the Fédération Cynologique Internationale, 92 percent of returned dogs are related to the incompatibility of the breed with its new life. A Husky cannot live in a small apartment, he needs space. Other breeds with moderate activity are more suitable for modest-sized apartments: Golden Retriever, Poodle, Chihuahua, French Bulldog, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Coton de Tulear or Dachshund, for example. There are nearly 400 recognized international dog breeds. Follow our advice and find out beforehand. https://www.20minutos.es/imagenes/animaleros/perros/5110118-estas-preparado-para-tener-un-cachorro/7/
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