This document discusses things to consider before getting a dog, as a dog is a lifetime commitment, not just for Christmas. It notes that getting a dog will change your lifestyle and routine, as dogs need to be fed the correct food, exercised, trained, and will likely make noise. It also mentions that dogs can cause messes, destruction, and vet bills will be incurred. Finding care for the dog when traveling can also be an issue. The document encourages ensuring one is prepared for the responsibilities of dog ownership before getting a puppy.

1. A DOG IS FOR LIFE,
NOT JUST FOR
CHRISTMAS
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1. YOUR LIFE WILL CHANGE
Think new baby. The status quo you are used to is about
to be upset. Yes, your new pup might be the cutest thing
in the world, but try telling yourself that at 6am in the
morning when you come down stairs and stand in fresh
puppy po

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2. YOUR DOG WILL NEED TO EAT
THE CORRECT FOOD
So you know the breed and you have done some
research I hope. Do you know what you need to feed
them and how often? Have you sourced a good supplier
of quality dog food?

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3. YOUR DOG MIGHT MAKE A LOT
OF NOISE!
Again, think baby. Your dog, especially if young will be
unfamiliar with any surroundings so barking, crying and
yelping are all likely.

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4. YOUR DOG WILL NEED
EXERCISE
We hope you have not considered getting a new dog to
spur you into more (or even beginning to) exercise. Much
better if you are an outdoorsy type person already and
the exercise your dog requires will fit in with your existing
routine. But will it?

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5. A NEW PUP CAN EQUAL A LOT
OF MESS AND DESTRUCTION
Again, think baby! Mess is inevitable. Things being chewed
up is likely. Many dogs will moult at certain times of the
year leaving hair everywhere.

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6. YOUR DOG WILL NEED
TRAINING
Did I mention the baby analogy already?! Much like with a
new baby you will need train your new dog to act and
respond in the way you want it to.

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7. YOUR DOG WILL INCUR VET’S
BILLS
For numerous reasons, you will need to take your dog to
the vet. From routine inoculations to addressing ill health.

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8. YOUR DOG WILL NOT BE
WELCOME EVERYWHERE YOU
GO
You might love your new dog, but will everyone? What if
you are going over to friends who have a child who is
petrified of dogs? Or maybe has an allergy to dog-hair?

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9. YOUR DOG WILL NEED TO BE
LOOKED AFTER WHEN YOU GO
ON HOLIDAY
Not all places, by any means are pet friendly. And
transporting them, especially overseas can incur hefty
costs. However, leaving them behind in kennels when you
go off on holiday can also be costly not to mention
distressing for your dog.

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