How do you adopt???
Today, we are going to walk through the steps of how to adopt your perfect pup! Although this may seem like common sense for some, I am going to insure that you follow all of these steps in order to have the perfect adoption journey.
Step 1: Do some research! Make sure that you have looked up the different breeds in order to insure that you know exactly what you are signing up for. The worst thing that you can do is adopt a dog then send it right back to the shelter again.
Step 2: Visit a couple of different shelters in your area. Make sure that you again, do your research about the specific shelter you are visiting and be sure that the ratings are good. When you get there, play with a couple of different pups and see which one you connect with the most!
Step 3: PREPARE!!! Buy everything that you will need for your future dog: food and water dishes, food, collar/harness, leash, tags, bed, crate, and toys! You will also need to find a reliable vet in your area, this part is crucial! You will need to put the information of your doctor on the paperwork to adopt. Also, be sure to dog-proof your house; you should cover all of your trashcans and toilets, pick up anything that could be considered a 'choking hazard', barricade any areas where you do not want your pup going, and have a fenced in yard or electric fence installed.
Step 4: Fill out the paperwork. This is a lengthy process that will need some of your time. Not only will they ask for your name and address, but they will want to know about your family, past/current pets, and your intended vet.
Step 5: Set up a home visit. The shelter will plan to come to your house and inspect it to make sure that your home is qualified for a pet.
Step 6: Pay up! Once you have been approved for adoption, you will most likely have to pay an adoption fee, which pays for the time your pup has spend at the shelter, if it were spayed/neutered, and vet care.
Step 7: Take your pup home! You are now free to take your beloved companion home and begin your lives together! :)
Step 1: Do some research! Make sure that you have looked up the different breeds in order to insure that you know exactly what you are signing up for. The worst thing that you can do is adopt a dog then send it right back to the shelter again.
Step 2: Visit a couple of different shelters in your area. Make sure that you again, do your research about the specific shelter you are visiting and be sure that the ratings are good. When you get there, play with a couple of different pups and see which one you connect with the most!
Step 3: PREPARE!!! Buy everything that you will need for your future dog: food and water dishes, food, collar/harness, leash, tags, bed, crate, and toys! You will also need to find a reliable vet in your area, this part is crucial! You will need to put the information of your doctor on the paperwork to adopt. Also, be sure to dog-proof your house; you should cover all of your trashcans and toilets, pick up anything that could be considered a 'choking hazard', barricade any areas where you do not want your pup going, and have a fenced in yard or electric fence installed.
Step 4: Fill out the paperwork. This is a lengthy process that will need some of your time. Not only will they ask for your name and address, but they will want to know about your family, past/current pets, and your intended vet.
Step 5: Set up a home visit. The shelter will plan to come to your house and inspect it to make sure that your home is qualified for a pet.
Step 6: Pay up! Once you have been approved for adoption, you will most likely have to pay an adoption fee, which pays for the time your pup has spend at the shelter, if it were spayed/neutered, and vet care.
Step 7: Take your pup home! You are now free to take your beloved companion home and begin your lives together! :)
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