5 tips to choose the ideal pet
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Follow these tips and choose your ideal partner
The decision that should be made when choosing a type of pet is difficult for a family. While some wonder if it should be a dog, a cat, a raabbit, birds, or something more exotic, others think about the size, age, routine, and other aspects to consider.
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The only sure thing is that there is a wide variety of animals available, and in addition to focusing on whether it should be a dog or a cat, everyone should follow these tips.
1. Choosing the race well according to the owner's disposition
Animals come in all shapes and sizes. While some have high energy levels, others are quite muted. So, according to the place where you live, the space for the pet, the time available, you must choose a race that meets the characteristics.
2. Take into account the opinion of family members
It is important that all those who live in a family space have a voice and vote when selecting a pet so that in the future there will be no problem with the presence of the new member. Is important to keep in mind that everyone, absolutely everyone in the family, will be interacting with the pet, so the reception and knowledge of the rules set for the care of the pet are essential for a pleasant coexistence.
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3. Evaluate the requirements that pets need
The most common pets, such as dogs and cats, need exercise to stay in shape. If the owner is a person who does not take into account the minimum requirements of exercise sessions that a pet needs, then this may affect his health later. If you are not a very active person, then what you need is a pet that adapts to the quiet lifestyle. While if you are a person who spends exercising, the best is a pet that has a lot of energy to spend in the park.
4. Check your budget for the care of the pet
If something must be taken into account before choosing our companion, is that there is a lot of money to meet the basic needs of the animal. The food that you will have daily, the necessary care so that you feel comfortable, the health care, the veterinarian and even the toys costs money. According to the Hola website, in a study carried out, "Spanish families invest an average of 1,500 euros per year in their pet" so, before choosing the ideal pet, you must first look at the available budget.
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5. Choose according to your personality
The personality of the owners influences too much in the lifestyle of the pet. If you are responsible, attentive, or otherwise forgetful, you must bear in mind that this will affect the behavior of the animal. The best thing you can do is to evaluate your personality and choose what best suits you so that it does not affect your daily routine.
LatinAmerican Post | Pedro Lunar
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