IN ORDER TO BE A GREAT PET OWNER THIS IS ONE NECESSARY QUALITY:
R—Really considering the cost of owning a pet-time, training, supplies, food
E—Excellent knowledge in the nature of the breed -its strengths and weaknesses
S—Scheduling regular vet visits and grooming
P—Prepare a safe, warm place for the pet to live
O—Only own a pet that suits your lifestyle, budget-not someone else’s idea
N—Never be pressured into getting a pet if your family is not in agreement
S—Save time to enjoy your pet-they are not just an ornament
I—Imagine and plan creative ways to keep your pet well-exercised and socialized
B—Break bad habits in your dog through gentle, firm, consistent training
I—Identify behaviour and health issues quickly and get assistance if needed
L—Learn your pet’s ways and always reward great behaviour
I—Ideas to be open to in order to be a better owner-e.g. training classes
T—Take time consistently to improve your pet’s life-food, housing, exercise
Y—Yielding to decisions that are best for the pet-even if it is hard for you
