To Adopt or Not Adopt?
Adopting a pet is a big responsibility; there are many things that you should consider before you look for a dog, a cat, and more.
Cats
Advantages
- They help get rid of rodent problems, if you have them, in the house.
- Cats don't need to be walked because they exercise themselves.
- Cats are low maintenance which makes it easier for you to go away for a small trip for a few days.
-The only thing that you would need to do for your cat is to feed them, give them water, and change the litter box regularly.
Disadvantages :
- Cats can catch fleas easily and it is expensive to get rid of.
- Cats tend to scratch people and furniture.
- Cats tend to vomit a lot and you will have to clean it up.
- They shed a lot and it ends up being everywhere.
- You have to clean out the smelly litter box.
- Cats are very hard to train.
- Cats might give a little dead present because they are natural born killers which means they might leave the house and come back with a dead bird or mouse in their mouth.
- Some people may be allergic to cats so it might be hard for someone to come over to your house if you have a cat and they have a cat allergy.
- Vet bills can be expensive.
Dogs:
When considering adopting a dog, here are some advantages and disadvantages that you should know.
Advantages
- They are fun to play with and hang around.
- They can help you exercise and motivate you to exercise.
- They are the perfect best friend.
- They can be the perfect guard dog even if your pet isn't dangerous. Barking can inform a burglar that your pet is there to protect your house and your family.
Disadvantages
-Time commitment: What this means is that a dog needs a lot of your time for example; they need to be walked and let out multiple time during the day.
- Cost: Having a dog is costly; You have to be able to buy the dog food, vet and vaccinations, and dog hotels when you have to travel without your pet.
- Training: Whether you adopt a puppy or a dog, they need proper training once they move into a home. They need to learn basic commands, for example: knowing their name, potty training, listening to commands, walking on a leash, and more.
