Dog Adoption
Quiz
The Dog Test by "Pups 2 Luv"
Dogs bring companionship, fun and love to our lives, but they
are also a big responsibility.
Deciding to add a dog to your
family is a decision that should not be taken lightly. A dog
can live 10-15 years - be sure you can dedicate that time to
being a loving dog owner.
Depending on your lifestyle and your
own current responsibilities, the adoption of a dog might be
inappropriate at this time of your life. Here are points that
your should take in to consideration before thinking of adopting
a new pet.
Check the
events that have occurred in the past five months, or that
might occur in the next five months.
Separation,
divorce or end of a relationship
Marriage
Move
to a new city or residence
Pregnancy
or new baby
Working
longer hours at work
New
responsibilities at work
Financial
concerns
Children
leaving home or moving back home
Change
in family routine
Death
of a family member
Death
or disappearance of a family pet
Given
away a dog, or returned a dog to an animal shelter
Health
problems of a family member
Frequent
travel
Limited
personal time
Graduating
from school or college
Disagreeing
with a family member about adopting a dog
Add
one point for every animal that you currently own
SCORING
0 – 4 points -
You have a stable life. Now is probably a reasonable time to
acquire a dog.
5 – 6 points - You have many responsibilities at the
present time but adoption of a dog might work for you.
7 – 10 points -
Think twice before adopting. With all the changes and responsibilities
in your life at the present time you might not have any time
to care for your dog. A dog is a high maintenance animal that
needs your time and friendship. Also, as this is a new addition
to your household, the first 6 months is a critical time; it
is when bonding and friendships are created.
10+ points -
DO NOT ADOPT A DOG. It is NOT recommended to adopt a dog at
this juncture of your life.
