Cat and Dog Adoption

Pet adoption is the act of adopting a pet from a rescue group or shelter, or taking responsibility for an animal that a past owner has relinquished or released to an animal shelter or rescue group. There are many reasons why a person might decide to adopt a pet. One reasons may be to adopt a pet in order to give a pet a better life, such as a disabled animal or a sick animal. Regardless of the reason, there are certain steps involved in cat and dog adoption that every potential pet-adopter should take.

A potential pet-adopter needs to research the different types of shelters or rescue organizations that have animals in their care and that are looking for foster homes. Many of these groups have websites that allow the prospective pet-adopter to read about the different pets they are adopting and what kind of pet they will be getting. Once a person has read up on the different pets available and the shelters they work with, he or she can then decide what type of pet he or she would like to adopt. For example, if a person were looking for a cat or dog, he or she would need to look at the different breeds available and choose one. The same goes for a dog and cat, both of which require different attention in order to become healthy and happy pets.

When a person decides that he or she is ready to adopt a pet, he or she must do some groundwork. First, the person needs to get the animal's medical and birth history. Next, the person must ensure that he or she and his or her home environment to meet the animal's requirements. Finally, the person must make sure that the potential pet-adopter feels comfortable with the animal and understands all of its habits, quirks, personality traits, and the like. After all, a new pet requires time to get to know the home, the pet, and the person who will be adopting it.

Looking to schedule an appointment for you newly adopted pet? Contact Monticello Animal Hospital at 574-583-7444 walk-ins welcome.