Mental preparations you need to make before raising a dog. Raising a dog is not your business alone.

Be aware of the people you live with

You should first get to know the people or creatures you live with. If you have a roommate or family member who is allergic to dogs, or they don't like dogs, or just don't want to keep them, you need to find a way to deal with this problem. Likewise, if you have other pets that don't get along well with dogs, you need to consider that you may find that owning a dog is not possible for you.

Choose the right size

Once you have decided that you are likely to get a dog, you need to first decide what size of dog is best for you. If you only have a small amount of space, you don’t want to get a very large dog. Even if dogs are allowed in many apartments, they will set limits on the size of the dogs. However, if you live in a very open area (especially one with a lot of wild creatures) or you need a dog to keep you safe, you'll want to consider a larger dog.

Consider the time you have

It is unwise to adopt a dog that requires a lot of training when you have a lot of work to do, because if you don’t have enough time to give them long walks, then you There will be problems with training.

Consider your lifestyle

You also need to consider your life and how your dog will fit into your life. A large dog definitely needs a walk to stay healthy and mentally sharp, especially if you don't have a large space for them to move around in. Most dogs are very social and require lots of attention and love. If you're constantly traveling or working and spending little time at home, you may not be devoting enough to your animals.