My husband and I have been looking for dog #2 for the last 4-6 months. We’re trying to adopt this time since we got Sophie from a breeder. As I’ve looked through adoption websites, it’s basically the same thing over and over. The same breeds with the same general characteristics. It’s really gotten on my nerves because it usually comes down to irresponsible owners getting dogs they shouldn’t have gotten. So I’m here to get on my soapbox and let you know some realities of dog ownership before you start on the journey yourself. Is a dog for you? Before you even consider what dog to get, you need to determine if a dog is for you. I obviously lie on the side of pro-dogs but everyone is suited for dog ownership. Having a dog is more than having a cute puppy to take photos of and having a friend that will cuddle next to you on the couch when you want it to.
Now I want to go to the more positive side of dog ownership. I LOVE Sophie so much. She’s was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. She brightens our lives so much. We bring her with us whenever possible because we want to spend all the time we can with her. She’s a loving companion, hilarious entertainment, and a stress relief after a long day. If you’re looking for a new member of your family, a dog is a great addition. But they truly are a member of your family. We make sure Sophie’s needs are cared for and that she’s happy. She repays us with her love and adorable personality. Make sure you’re truly going to give them a good life before you commit to a dog. What kind of dog should you get? So you’ve done the work and you know you’re ready for a dog. Now you have to pick the right breed. For the love of all things good, don’t just pick a dog because they’re cute. Ya know my whining about shelters all having the same dog? It’s a bunch of people that picked a dog for cuteness not to fit their lifestyle. There’s exceptions to every breed but usually the breed characteristics are mostly accurate. Here’s the thoughts we went through when we picked Sophie:
I hope this information helps you pick a dog that’s right for you! Put in your work and do some research and you’ll have an amazing dog. There’s a dog with the right personality for everyone. If you take the time to find it, you won’t regret. You also need to make sure you’re truly ready for a dog. There’s many dogs that are at shelters because people didn’t do research on the breed, didn’t put in the money to fix their dog, or they didn’t plan ahead well enough. Let’s try to give dogs forever homes from the beginning.
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Miki & BobWe're an adventurous couple that travel internationally and travel nationally in our RV. We have a corgi named Sophie that comes along on our adventures. Our goal is to encourage others to travel and show genuine travel over Instagrammable travel. CategoriesArchives
April 2020
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