10 Reasons to Adopt an Older Dog
A pet
is an integral part of a family. It brings about great bonding and attachment
between the members of a family. However, getting the right pet for your family
is an important decision which needs to be taken with a lot of thought and
care. Adopting a pet is always the right way to go over purchasing an animal
from a breeder. Streets and shelters are brimming with animals waiting to get
adopted. Be it a breed or a stray dog, the older ones are mostly left behind.
Here
are some of the advantages of adopting adult dogs.
1. Tried and Tested Models
Most
adult dogs have an understanding of basic commands. Actions such as sit, stay,
no and the like are easily understood by them.
2. No Seek and Destroy
They
have normally passed the teething stage and are less likely to be destructive
and destroy your house. Rest assured, your shoes and rugs will not go missing
and your furniture will not be chewed upon.
3. A nose which can see is better than two
sniffing noses
Your
house will definitely not smell like a toilet. Adult dogs normally have set
schedules which they have been following for years. However, the owner does
have the responsibility of understanding the timings at which the dog wants to
relieve himself. Older dogs adjust to new schedules easily as well.
4. Take the Time
Adult
dogs are more adjusting to hectic job schedules as well. They tend to be calmer
and less disturbed when left alone for even a short period of time as compared
to puppies who cannot be left unattended especially during the growing phase.
5. A friend in need, is a friend indeed
Older
dogs make great companions. You can watch a movie in peace with them.
6. Walk the talk
Adult
dogs can go on long walks without much trouble. If you feel you are chubby and
need to lose some weight, take home an older dog as a jogging buddy and your
dog will definitely act as your trainer, not just your companion.
7. What you see is what you get!
Dogs
finish their growth phase by about 18 24 months. They reach their full size
at this age. When you adopt an adult dog you know for sure that what you see is
what you get. You can judge if the dog’s size is correct for your home and if
your family will be able to handle him without too much trouble.
8. High Resistance Power, Low Budget.
A
healthy adult dog is not as susceptible to diseases as puppies. They have
stronger immune systems. Vet visits are far lesser in case of healthy adult
dogs. This obviously means that the cost of maintaining an adult dog is lesser
and you can even calculate this cost on a monthly basis even before adopting
one.
Small
puppies have a tendency to explore and welcome each guest at the door. If you
would like to have a dog which is more under control and does not jump on every
guest who comes in, an older dog is the one for you.
10. Adult Guard Dogs
Adult
guard dogs know their job well. They have a better judgment of people and are
really good at sensing criminal behaviour as well.