So, you love dogs, and you know that adopting is better than buying a new one.  You’ve probably got the perfect image in your mind of how it will look and what a significant impact it will have on your family’s dynamic.

However, even though you may have convinced yourself that it will play out perfectly, it’s vital that you have a realistic idea of all that it will require of you.  When you add a dog into your life, it’s not a temporary toy. A dog is a new family member and a big commitment.

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