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Choosing The Perfect Pet For You
Thinking of getting a pet, but not sure what type fits into your lifestyle? Pets come in all sorts of different shapes and sizes. Do you like small animals that are easier to care for, or medium to larger animals such as dogs, cats, etc? A pet can be adopted from an animal shelter or purchased from a pet store or private breeder. A fast developing source is online pet adoption through not-for-profit websites. These service sites have searchable databases of pets, maintained by thousands of animals shelters, and are searchable by the public.
Some factors to consider when choosing a pet:
* How much space is available for the pet to live.
* How much will your budget allow for expenses (food, veterinary care, etc).
* How much time you are willing to spend and care for a pet.
* Can you have a pet where you live?
* How big will the pet grow to be? The two most popular pets are Cats and Dogs . Next are freshwater Fish and Birds. Other popular pets are Rabbits ... Hamsters ... Guinea Pigs ... Turtles ... Ferrets ... Snakes... Iguanas ... Gerbils...Parakeets.
Exotic birds such as Parrots, Cockatoos and Cockatiels are also becoming increasingly more popular as pets. Some cities and towns may restrict or forbid owning an exotic animal.
Small animals, such as birds, fish, or lizards, are practical for small living quarters.
Pets can bring happiness, enrich our lives and provide delightful companionship. Walking your pet dog can also provide exercise and fresh air.
Acquiring a pet can be rewarding, but it is also a big decision which requires time, money, and commitment. Different pets require varying amounts of attention and care.
Recommended 5 Freedoms of animal welfare:
I. Freedom from discomfort due to environment.
II. Freedom from pain, injury and disease.
III. Freedom to express normal behavior for the species.
IV. Freedom from fear and distress.
V. Freedom from thirst, hunger and malnutrition
'Responsibility' is the key word to keep in mind when adopting a pet. With the rising cost of health care for animals you should also consider getting health insurance for your pet.