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Deciding On A Dog:
...What are 13 things I really need to consider and/or ask myself before I get a dog?
The 13 things you must absolutely consider before you get a dog are...

Will you have an allergy to the dog?
The size of the dog when it is full-grown.
The energy level of dog.
The temperament of dog.
The breed of the dog.
Do you have enough time for a dog?
Do you have the patience for a dog?
If you have another pet, how will your pet react to a dog?
Could you afford a dog.
Who will take care of the dog when you travel?
Is your house conducive to a dog?
Is your yard conducive to a dog?
Is your home conducive to a cat?
*If you are renting, does your landlord allow dogs?

...What is the number 1 way to pick a dog as your new pet?
Do lots and lots of of research. Pick a dog that fits your personality as well as your lifestyle.

...What is 1 way to learn if you and/or your family are really ready for a dog?
Try having a friend's dog stay with you and/or your family for a couple of days or even longer if possible several times.

...What is one of the best resources for help on deciding what breed of a dog is right for me?
It is a book titled The Atlas of Dog Breeds of the World (Amazon.com)

Do Nots:/NEVER-EVERS:
...What are 4 things I should never, ever feed my dog?
4 things you must never-ever feed your dog are...

chocolate
onions
grapes
raisins

Food:
...Where can I find a recent list of all the dog foods that have been recalled?
The list is extensive. Be sure you go to...

AccessData.fda.gov/scripts/newpetfoodrecalls/

Dog Food Advisor

...What dog food has been recalled the least amount of times?
The list is extensive. Be sure you go to...

AccessData.fda.gov/scripts/newpetfoodrecalls/

...When giving my dog dry food and storing it in the garage or perhaps basement, what is the best way to store the food?
Your best bet is to take the dry food out of the bag and store the food in 5 gallon buckets with tops.

...When giving my dog dry food, why should I store the food in 5 gallon buckets when I store the food in the garage or basement?
The reason why you should store your dog's dry dog food in 5 gallon buckets is because you will prevent mice or chipmunks from eating through the bag to get at the dog food.

...Where can I buy 5 gallon buckets for my dog's dry dog food?
Home Depot or Lowes.

...What should I always do when storing my dog's dry food in 5 gallon buckets?
Tear a part of the bag off (the part that has the brand name and flavor) and place it on top of the dry dog food in the bucket.

...When storing my dog's dry food in the 5 gallon bucket, why should I tear a part of the bag off (the part that has the brand name and flavor) and place it on top of the dry dog food in the bucket?
This way when you run out of your dog's food, you will remember what brand and flavor dog food your dog liked.

...What is 1 thing I should always do when buying my dog a new dry dog food
By the smallest amount possible.

...Why should I buy the smallest amount possible when buying my dog a new dry dog food?
2 reasons.

1.) Just in case your dog doesn't like it.
2.) Just in case your dog doesn't like and you're unable to return it for a refund to the pet store you'll only be out a little money.

Health:
...Why should I never feed my dog grains?
Start Here

Harnesses:
...Where can I find a really well made harness for walking my dog?

Great Harness

Leashes:
...Where can I find some of the best leashes for walking my dog?

Premier

Potty Training:
...What is one of the best ways to get a puppy to pee in the same designated area?
Walk your puppy to the same designated area each and every time it has to urinate. If your puppy does not go right away, make sure you wait in the area until it does.

NOTE:
Do not let your puppy stray outside the designated area.

NOTE 2:
Designated area should be no greater than an area of about 100 square feet.

...What is one of the best ways to get a puppy to poo in the same designated area
Walk your puppy to the same designated area each and every time it has to poo. If your puppy does not go right away, make sure you wait in the area until it does.

NOTE:
Do not let your puppy stray outside the designated area.

NOTE 2:
Designated area should be no greater than an area of about 100 square feet.

NOTE 3:
Do not leave more than 1 - 2 poos in the designated area at any one time.

Products:
...What dog products have been recalled the least amount of times?
The list is extensive. Be sure you go to...

AccessData.fda.gov/scripts/newpetfoodrecalls/


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