At Ownat we have prepared a series of tips that you must take into account before adopting a furry friend. These are a series of tips that will help you take into account many important aspects within this wonderful decision, do you think you have everything under control? Start!
Before introducing a furry friend into the family, a number of important factors must be taken into account, and some quite relevant aspects must be questioned. For example: what type of dog do we want to adopt? Is it of race or is it mestizo? It is crucial to read about the profiles of each breed, as this will help us to understand the needs and personalities of each furry friend (more or less). If, on the other hand, it is a mixed dog, it is more difficult to predict according to what traits but we assure you that in the end, whether it is a breed or not, there are things that we can never predict 100% (and that is also charming, don't you think?).
Another important question: is the furry friend compatible with the type of life we can offer him? Are all family members on board and willing to take care of it and take charge? Walks, hours of play, visits to the vet, baths and other types of needs that we must be very aware of will enter our daily lives and sneak into our routine. Has it been to the vet and is everything correct? Remember to do a complete first check-up to rule out intolerances and allergies (very important in terms of food), and also to make sure that everything else is working properly.
These are arguably the essential questions we should be asking. If you have already decided to adopt a furry friend, first and foremost: CONGRATULATIONS! An exciting adventure begins that is sure to compensate you on many levels.
However, the house must be prepared for its imminent arrival. The first thing you must have is patience, everything will be corrected as the days go by, but the first weeks everything is strange, different, new, and you will have to help him adapt and make it as easy as possible to adapt to the new home.
Important note for new parents: If we want it not to bite something, we will have to protect it or remove it for a while. If we want it not to destroy something, we will have to hide it. This is our responsibility 100%, since it is very likely that the first weeks our furry friend will have a little anxiety and that is his way of satiating it.
A relevant part will be to think very carefully about where we will locate their spaces, and enable them in their entirety so that everything comes together. Don't worry, we've got you covered:
1. The area where they will rest and sleep: we will have to set up a fixed space at home, and ideally this should be located in a quiet place at home but not isolated from the family environment.
2. The food and drink area: it is important to have two separate plates of water and food, so that you can remove the plate from the food right after you have finished.
3. The urination area: if possible near the exit door, where we will put underpads (these can be found in supermarkets or pet stores). We will only use the urination area at first, then it will relieve itself in the street.
And last and most, most important: pamper it infiniiiito. It is sure to give you back all the love you give it for the rest of your life:)
