Falling in love with puppy dog eyes is the easy part. Now, think long and hard to determine your readiness to welcome a new furry member to your family. This is not meant to discourage you but to insure you are making a good decision for you, your family, and our pets.

  • Prepared to care for a pet for his/her lifetime?
  • Work long hours?
  • Travel frequently?
  • Afford a pet?
    • Food?
    • Veterinary care?
    • Monthly heartworm prevention?
    • Flea/tick prevention?
    • Training classes?
    • Grooming?
    • Toys?
  • Planning a move?
  • Expecting a baby?
  • Getting married?
  • Have very young children?
  • Care when you vacation?
    • House/pet sitter?
    • Boarding?
    • Family?
    • Neighbor?
    • Friends?
  • Your lifestyle
    • Size?
    • Temperament?
    • Exercise needs?
    • Rental restrictions?
    • Breed restrictions?

When you’re ready to welcome your new pet home, we’re ready to help you make the right choice!