The idea to get a new pet is one that
is too often made in haste. While it may seem a simple
responsibility, a pet requires love, attention and time from its new
owners. By following four simple tips, anyone can be on their way to
providing a good home to a new member of the family.
1. Consider Personal Belongings
If thinking of keeping the new pet
indoors, personal belongings should be taken into consideration. Just
as parents of toddlers must baby-proof their home to safeguard both
their child and their things, a pet needs the same consideration.
Many items can pose a danger to the animal, and some belongings may
need protection from gnawing and chewing. A great solution is to put
these items into storage. Places such as Houston
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Storage in Memphis, Tennessee can provide these
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2. Consistency is Key
Animals must be trained in order to
establish the best relationship between man and animal, and everyone
in the family must be on the same page prior to bringing the pet
home. For example, if bringing home a dog, command words should be
predetermined as it can be confusing to the pet when one family
member says "off" and the other says "down."
Furthermore, owners should consistently reward the animal for good
behavior and be just as constant in discipline. This establishes
regularity and the animal can know what to expect.
3. Locating a Vet
Animals need medical care just as
humans do, and it is a good idea to find a reliable and trusted
veterinarian prior to introducing the new animal to the family. They
will be able to walk new pet owners through the steps to getting
their animal legal. Vaccinations and other protocol must be followed
before proper licensing can be issued to keep the animal legal in
town. This also ensures the pet can be safely returned home if they
ever get out of their confinement.
4. Be Considerate of Current Pets
Pet owners who are considering an
additional animal into the home should understand that the current
pet may have jealousy toward the new addition to the family.
Belongings of the current pet that they may be protective of such as
toys, food bowls and even bedding material should be put in an area
that the new animal does not have access to. This will help the
current pet transition into the new environment.
