Thinking about getting a dog?  First ask yourself a few questions:

• Are you and your family ready for a 15 year commitment? 

• Will you put the time, energy and expense into having a dog (food, vet, training, etc.)?
• Does your schedule allow for a dog?  (If you work long hours, do have the time or energy for a dog?)
  

• Are dogs permitted where you live?  (Check with your landlord and be honest.  Too many dogs need to be re-homed because a landlord said "no pets".)  Does your renter/homeowners insurance cover dogs? 
• Do you currently have pets in the house?  (If you are adding another dog to your pack, we strongly suggest  Bella Reeds "2 week shut down")
• If you are ready. PLEASE consider adoption.  Your local animal shelter/rescue(s) have so many dogs that need good homes.  (If your not ready, maybe fostering is for you)