The differences between responsible adoption and giving an animal mark the lives of all the members of a household. Take this test.
The Christmas and there is still a misconception about pet ownership. It is important to specify that dogs or cats They are not toys, so if the smallest of the house ask for them as gifts it is necessary to make them understand that they are not and that, by having a pet, responsibilities are acquired that involve time, money and space.
It must also be specified that unlike an object, a pet becomes a member of the family, so abandoning them, after having given them a home, means an act of animal cruelty.
That is why it is better to ask yourself before taking a member of ‘four legs’ home, since if you are not prepared there are consequences that mark the lives of humans and animals. Answering the following questions can serve as a guide to make the decision. (AVV)
Questions before bringing a pet home
Why do I want a dog?
If the answer is “the house would look nicer”, “my son asked for one” or “to take care of the house” you should reconsider your decision.
In the decision it is necessary to be aware that a dog an average of 15 years, time in which the pet must be with you even if the children grow up or you move house.
I have money?
Think about whether they are at the time of covering feeding or medicine from a pet.
If you think so, think that the expenses they also depend on the type of dog that you take responsibility for. A small one does not eat the same as one of large breed.
Do I have space?
A pet needs spaces: a place to sleep, a place for your food and especially where to walk and play.
If you are determined, also think that a large breed is not the same as a small one. The former require more space, so if you live in an apartment, it is not a good idea.
I have time?
Dogs need to go out to walk and play. Too require company: a dog that spends long periods of time alone at home is not happy and may suffer episodes of stress that can seriously deteriorate its health.
If you are one of those who do not like to leave the house or a barking woke him up at dawn, perhaps the idea of taking a ‘furry’ home is not the best.
If you do not have time to play with your pet, she will not stop loving you, but she will find entertainment in chewing on shoes, scraping doors or other ‘mischief’.
Am I ready for mischief?
A dog’s first days in the home can lead to behaviors such as removing soil from pots or picking up grass, nibbling on shoes, or urinating everywhere. The normal thing is that the more the pet adapts to the house, this will disappear over time, another option is professional training.
Adopt and not buy
If you are determined to bring a pet to your home, the best option is to adopt and there are foundations that take care of this through their social networks, visits to shelters or adoption fairs.
“Adopting a dog or cat will not only change their life but also yours. According to several investigations, the owners of a pet are less likely to enter depressive conditions and can be an ally to combat post-traumatic stress, “says Urbanimal, who periodically launches an adoption brochure.
Other options for finding a pet are:
Lucky Animal Welfare Foundation
PAE (Animal Protection Ecuador)
Basic roles for adopting a pet
° Copy of identity card.
° Basic services worksheet.
° Application for adoption and adoption contract (depends on the organization).
Abandonar un animal se considera cruel e irresponsable. En Quito se sanciona con una multa del 45 al 90% de un salario básico unificado.
En Quito hay cerca de 600.000 perros callejeros.
