Gifting a Puppy This Holiday Season? Read These Tips First
Thinking of surprising a friend or family member with a puppy this holiday season? Before gifting someone with a commitment that lasts well beyond the holidays, make sure you’ve made your list and checked it twice. Don’t: Surprise your friend, partner or spouse unless they’ve openly communicated that they’re ready to take on the commitment and can prepare for the puppy’s arrival. Wait too long to start looking if you know this is something you and your family want for the holidays. Try and cut costs. Healthy, well-bred puppies can be expensive. If you see something that seems too good to be true, it probably is. Expect a puppy to arrive fully-trained and well-behaved. Puppies can be mischievous and require a lot of time and attention. Do: Leave plenty of time for the entire process, you don’t want to rush selecting the right pup for you. Realize your puppy may not arrive at the exact moment you had hoped for. These are living, breathing animals that require ...