{"id":98892,"date":"2018-05-28T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-05-27T21:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/aleksawn.bget.ru\/dar-vladeniya-domashnim-zhivotnym-10-sovetov-kak-podarit-sobaku\/"},"modified":"2026-10-23T11:31:59","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T08:31:59","slug":"the-gift-of-pet-ownership-10-tips-on-how-to-give-a-dog-as-a-gift","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bukvaved.top\/en\/dar-vladeniya-domashnim-zhivotnym-10-sovetov-kak-podarit-sobaku\/","title":{"rendered":"10 tips for giving a dog as a gift"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-74503\" src=\"https:\/\/bukvaved.top\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/dar-vladeniya-domashnim-zhivotnym-10-sovetov-kak-podarit-sobaku_640b4038638f1.jpeg\" alt=\"The Gift of Pet Ownership: 10 Tips for Giving a Dog\" width=\"600\" height=\"559\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" ><\/p>\n<p>A pet is the perfect addition to a growing family, and a puppy is the perfect gift for those looking for a new companion. While pet gifts can be long-lasting and meaningful, they shouldn&#039;t be taken lightly. You&#039;re giving a dog that will be a part of your loved one&#039;s life for years to come. Make sure it&#039;s a gift that will be well-received and find a good home.<\/p>\n<h2>Tip #1: Remember, this is a gift, not a surprise.<\/h2>\n<p>While the image of a puppy jumping out of a big red box on Christmas morning to the surprise of the entire family is tempting, a new dog is a significant lifestyle change. If the recipient is completely dazzled, you&#039;re no longer giving a gift, but rather a burden. Talk to the recipient first to ensure the dog will be a welcome gift. If you want to be sure you&#039;re getting a puppy with a good temperament, try to find a reliable breed, such as an English Labradors.<\/p>\n<h2>Tip #2: Alternatively, consider a puppy starter kit.<\/h2>\n<p>While it may be tempting to give your loved one a pet, exercise restraint and put your plans on hold. After considering this holiday gift, you may realize that a puppy starter kit is a more affordable (and responsible) alternative to a photo-worthy Labrador Retriever with a red ribbon.<\/p>\n<p>If you decide to go this route, stock up on dog food, chew toys, water bowls, and puppy shampoo. This way, your loved one will have access to a fully stocked cabinet when it&#039;s time to welcome a furry family member.<\/p>\n<h2>Tip #3: Make sure the recipient is prepared for the upcoming trip<\/h2>\n<p>Not every dog lover has the innate ability to care for a canine companion. While wagging tails and furry faces may sparkle their eyes, their hectic work schedules may not be conducive to the ups and downs of being a puppy parent. With this in mind, if your intended recipient is juggling a 70-hour workweek and a busy weekend commute, it might be time to reconsider.<\/p>\n<p>Are you worried that the gift recipient isn&#039;t ready to become a puppy parent? If so, keep an eye out for the following warning signs:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Their landlord has a strict zero-tolerance policy for dogs.<\/li>\n<li>Their financial situation does not allow them to cope with the associated costs of maintenance (e.g. medical bills, monthly food costs, vaccinations, etc.).<\/li>\n<li>They have small children in the home who may be wary of their new canine companion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Tip #4: Have an open and honest conversation with the future dog owner<\/h2>\n<p>Once you&#039;ve completed the initial assessment of recipient readiness, it&#039;s time to engage in open and honest discussion. Here, you should learn about the recipient&#039;s fears or anxieties related to pet ownership. Also, try to make subtle (and not so subtle) hints about what you&#039;re planning.<\/p>\n<p>Be sure to discuss the situation calmly and compassionately. Don&#039;t pressure your loved one into owning a dog, and don&#039;t shame this family member or friend for their initial hesitation. Ultimately, they will be the ones paying for vaccinations, vet visits, and grooming, so their opinion matters.<\/p>\n<h2>Tip #5: Avoid pet stores like the plague<\/h2>\n<p>They say love is blind. In the face of all-consuming puppy love, this sentiment couldn&#039;t be more true. While the intoxicating scent of a new puppy can be hypnotic, don&#039;t succumb to the charms of the pet store.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, many of these pet store puppies come from puppy mills known for their filthy and horribly inhumane conditions. As a result, many of these puppies purchased from local pet stores are susceptible to illnesses and behavioral disorders that can be disastrous for first-time dog owners. Not to mention, their exploitative payment plans are designed to lure in love buyers who are disoriented by the exciting prospect of a new pet.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-74504\" src=\"https:\/\/bukvaved.top\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/dar-vladeniya-domashnim-zhivotnym-10-sovetov-kak-podarit-sobaku_640b4038b9887.jpeg\" alt=\"The Gift of Pet Ownership: 10 Tips for Giving a Dog\" width=\"545\" height=\"364\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" ><\/p>\n<h2>Tip #6: Find a pet from a reputable breeder.<\/h2>\n<p>A vital part of adopting a new dog is the &quot;trial period,&quot; when puppies are introduced to different families to find their perfect match. This &quot;trial period&quot; isn&#039;t possible when giving a dog to someone else. That&#039;s why it&#039;s so important to find a breeder who can promise a puppy with robust health and a calm, friendly personality. Make sure your breeder is certified by the American Kennel Club, an organization that guarantees your new puppy comes from an ethical and responsible breeder.<\/p>\n<h2>Tip #7: Consider the recipient&#039;s lifestyle.<\/h2>\n<p>Different dogs have different needs, and every family has its own lifestyle. Once you&#039;ve confirmed the recipient is ready for a dog and researched breeders, it&#039;s time to find the perfect breed for your loved ones.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#039;re giving a puppy to an active family with children, a Labrador or Golden Retriever would be a great fit. If you&#039;re giving a puppy to a sedentary family, a smaller dog with less energy would be a good choice. Also, consider the impact of their work or school schedules. Will they be around to let the dog out or take it for walks? Some breeds require more grooming than others, so do your research to find the best fit.<\/p>\n<h2>Tip #8: Take care of the initial costs.<\/h2>\n<p>Puppies come with a lot of expenses right off the bat. Some of these costs include initial veterinary visits and vaccinations, spaying or neutering, microchipping, and everything the dog needs to feel at home, such as toys and a collar. These initial expenses can be a burden for an unsuspecting family, so covering these initial costs is a necessary addition to your gift.<\/p>\n<h2>Tip #9: Invest in microchipping<\/h2>\n<p>To avoid the heartbreaking separation between an owner and their new furry friend, don&#039;t skimp on microchipping. While the initial cost may be modest, it&#039;s a small price to pay for the added security and much-needed peace of mind\u2014both invaluable additions to your puppy care plan.<\/p>\n<p>Between the stress of dog-related accidents (i.e., household accidents, fights on the couch, or stuffed animals scattered across the living room), obedience training, and daily trips to the dog park, your loved one won&#039;t want to add &quot;Lost Dog&quot; posters to their list of worries. However, consider making an afternoon trip to the nearest veterinary clinic and paying $45-50. In no time, the recipient will be able to track down their pet in the event of an emergency, such as a natural disaster or theft. Plus, with a microchip, the new puppy parent in your life will be well-equipped to find a runaway Fido.<\/p>\n<h2>Tip #10: Pack a welcome basket for the new family member.<\/h2>\n<p>If you&#039;re really planning a surprise, chances are the recipient won&#039;t have any puppy supplies to use for their new furry friend. Help the new owner make the puppy feel at home by packing a welcome basket\u2014a crate and bed, toys, food, treats, doggie bags\u2014all the essentials. Oh, and don&#039;t forget the training pads.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Final thoughts<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The gift of a new furry family member will be long-lasting and meaningful. Make sure the new dog is a suitable gift for the adoptive family. Ask yourself if this is a good home for the new dog, and if so, what kind of dog would suit their lifestyle. Once you&#039;ve registered with reputable breeders and covered these initial costs, you&#039;ll be on the right track to giving the gift of pet ownership.<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A pet is the perfect addition to a growing family, and a puppy is the perfect gift for anyone looking for a new companion.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":6562,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[20],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-98892","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fakty"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bukvaved.top\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98892","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bukvaved.top\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bukvaved.top\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bukvaved.top\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bukvaved.top\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=98892"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/bukvaved.top\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98892\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":138101,"href":"https:\/\/bukvaved.top\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/98892\/revisions\/138101"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bukvaved.top\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6562"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bukvaved.top\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=98892"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bukvaved.top\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=98892"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bukvaved.top\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=98892"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}