ARE YOU READY FOR A PUPPY ?
I ask this Question because a lot of puppies and dogs end
up in a pound because of reasons that could be
prevented. If I sell you a pup or a dog I want to know that
it will never end up in a pound or stranded because you
didn't ask yourself the question "Am I ready for a pup?"
If you or anyone in your house hold has allergies you may
be able to live with a Boxer.
Boxers are large dogs some of the ones I sell range
anywhere from 45#'s to 80#'s when grown. Boxers are
inside dogs because they have a hard time with very cold
or hot weather. Boxers love the out doors and can handle
temps between 55 - 85 degrees fine. I have allergies but I
am not allergic to the dog dander from Boxers but I am
when it come to German Shepherds. Even though I raise
German Shepherds they are out side most of the time but
when they are inside it is for short periods of time and
after they have been brushed out or bathed. I can deal
with my allergy symptoms and I hope
you can too.
PLEASE DO THE QUESTIONAIRE BELOW TO SEE IF YOU ARE
READY FOR A PUPPY.
There are so many wonderful reasons to get a dog. But for
some of us, there may be a few reasons not to have one.
Don't just think about how a dog will enhance your life, but
ask yourself, "What am I willing to do to enhance the life of
my dog?" Take this quiz and see if the time for you to have
a dog is now.
1. What do you expect your life to be like in the next few
years?
a I expect them to continue the way it is without any
unforeseen crisis or surprise.
b I anticipate that my life will hold any number of possible
changes, like a career change, new baby, travel, or
retirement.
c Years? I don't know what my life will be like tomorrow.
d I expect my life to continue the way it is, but if something
comes my way, I’m ready.
2. How much time does an adult in your household spend
at home — awake?
a Someone is home most of the day.
b Somebody's at home, and awake, 3 to 5 hours a day.
c There is someone home less than 3 waking hours a day.
d Somebody's at home, and awake, 6 to 8 hours a day.
3. How would you best describe your home?
a A showplace.
b Comfortable and lived in.
c A chaotic mess.
d New and never lived in.
4. How would you be affected if your dog needed surgery
or special medical care that would cost in excess of $500?
a It would be a strain financially and might put me in debt.
b I could handle it, but I'd have to make some adjustments.
c It would pose no problem financially.
d I would give the dog away or put it down.
5. Which of the following best describes your living
situation?
a I rent an apartment.
b I rent a house.
c I own my own home.
d I am living with someone right now.
6. What would be your support system for the dog when
you go out of town?
a My sister (parent, neighbor, friend, etc.) has offered to
dog-sit whenever I'm away.
b There's a good kennel nearby.
c I figure I'll only go places where I can take the dog.
d I don’t know.
7. How often do you travel?
a I don't get away very much, just a few days here and
there.
b I love to travel and am off and running whenever I have
the time and money.
c I'm out of town for a few days every couple of weeks on
business.
d I go out once or twice a year for vacation.
8. Which answer most closely describes why you want to
get a dog?
a A dog would be a loving addition to my life and our
family.
b I'm lonely, and a dog would be great company and a way
for me to meet people.
c Having a dog will be a great way for my children to learn
a sense of responsibility.
d Dogs are cute and would be fun to play with.
Answers
Add up your scores...
A:2 ,B:3 ,C:4 ,D:1
A:1 ,B:3 ,C:4 ,D:2
A:3 ,B:1 ,C:4 ,D:2
A:3 ,B:2 ,C:1 ,D:4
A:4 ,B:2 ,C:1 ,D:3
A:1 ,B:2 ,C:3 ,D:4
A:2 ,B:3 ,C:4 ,D:1
A:1 ,B:3 ,C:2 ,D:4
If you scored….
8-15
You’re ready…
You have the right attitude for being a dog owner. You
understand the responsibility entailed with a dog. You are
ready to make a lifelong commitment to your dog. You
want to have a dog become a loving member of your
family. You are prepared for all of the work it will require.
You're ready for all of the surprises.
16-23
Maybe…
Your heart is probably in the right place. You think you
want a dog, but you still need to seriously consider all the
issues involved. It may be best to re-evaluate your
circumstances at a later date. If you're set on getting a dog
now, you should make some changes in your lifestyle to
prepare yourself for becoming a dog owner. A lot of time,
not only for training, but also for the responsibilities and
challenges that come with bringing a dog into your family.
If you decide you simply can't commit now, there are
alternatives that may satisfy your dog desires. Spend
some time with your friends' dogs. Offer to dog-sit when
friends go out of town. Volunteer at a local animal shelter
or kennel. Do some more research. When you are finally
ready, begin making the adjustments to turn your home
into a dog's home.
24-32
You should really think this through…
Although you may feel strongly about having a dog, stop
and reconsider. Rather than answering the question, 'Do I
want a dog?' turn the question around and ask: 'Would a
dog want me?' Would a dog be able to depend on you to
housebreak it and train it with love, patience, and positive
reinforcement; to walk it in the rain, even if you have a
cold; to love it through sickness and health,
housebreaking accidents, and gnawed table-legs? If not,
and you’re in doubt, you’re probably not ready to have a
dog. It's okay, it doesn't mean you're a bad person. This
may not be the time for you — but think about it again at a
later date when either you or your circumstances have
changed. In the meantime, enjoy your friends' dogs or
volunteer at a local animal shelter. But don't give in to the
impulse to take one home when a sad and lonely puppy
cocks its head and flutters its eyelashes — wait until the
time is right.
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