5 rules for choosing the right pet

having a pet is a wonderful experience but if you are new to the topic I would suggest you do your homework and find out what pet fits best your lifestyle and follow this 5 basic rules before you even go into a pet-store or to the pound.

1. Never buy a pet as an impulse, you have a lot more chances to regret it and end up giving it away on the end if you do this.

2. Find the right pet for your lifestyle: maybe you don't have enough time to walk or take care of a dog but want a pet that can offer companionship, then maybe a cat is a better option, still lovable but independent at the same time.

3. Decide how much is your budget to spend in this pet
I'm not talking about buying the pet itself, but about the care and the expenses that come after that. There are pets that require special food and specific care, the yearly vaccines aren't the same price for a rabbit than for a horse, same as the housing and food. Consider these thing before making any decision to avoid regret afterward.

4. Allergies and special considerations
There are some other things that you should think about like if your house or apartment permits this type of pet, or if there is any special adjustment that needs to be done before the pet arrives. Also make sure that no-one in the family is allergic to this pet by going to visit it and spending time with it before taking it home.

5. Visit all your local Animal Rescue Organizations before going to a pet-store
There are many pets that are waiting for a home and an owner to loved them, give them a change to be taken care of before you go to a pet-store and fall in love with another pet. There are even many babies in these organizations.

Take an informed decision; make a list of the pros and cons of the pets you have in mind and then do a research and talk to veterinarians and people that actually have this pets to see what they recommend. Them better than anyone can tell you if this is the best pet for you and your family and lifestyle.