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 As we all should know by now, a pet is for life, and not just for Christmas. Many owners unfortunately do not realize this basic fact of pet ownership, and fail to see that the cute little kitten or puppy they hold in their hands will one day grow up to the more akin to a Cujo or Digsby than a Scrappy-Doo or Pongo.
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With this in mind, there are a few basic questions you should ask yourself before making a long-term commitment to pet ownership, which Healthy Pets Insurance have listed below for your consideration…
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How much responsibility do I want to take for my pet?
The level of responsibility you need to give a pet very much depends upon which type of pet they are. As a general rule, Fish, spiders and lizards are fairly low maintenance. This is followed by birds, who really shouldn’t be left for very long times alone, then come cats who need daily attention and finally dogs, who should not be left by themselves for more than a few hours at a time. If you work and there is nobody at home, then you should not really own a cat or dog, as the period of time you are away from them is too great. This is an important point to consider, as many owners will think nothing of leaving their dog at home or just putting the cat outside for the day whilst they go off to work, and it is not really on. You pet needs regular attention, and unless you can provide this then it is not fair to keep them while you are away from home for so long.
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Is my home a suitable environment to keep a pet in?
Whether you live in a bedsit, flat or house will affect the choice of pet you would consider owning. If you live in a large house, then a dog is a great choice, whilst a cat can live quite happily in a flat. For bedsits and small accommodation, you would be better off deciding on a pet such as a lizard or fish…
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What do I expect from my pet?
This is a simple one to answer. If you want your pet to be protective of you and add security to your life, then a guard dog is the natural choice. If you are looking for a low-maintenance pet that will not require much effort to keep, then a fish would be perfect for this. Consider exactly why you are looking to purchase a pet and then set your mind on achieving just that.
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And remember, especially with the festive season coming up – a pet is for life, not just for Christmas! But you knew that already, right?
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