Sooner or later, every parent is likely to hear: “Please, may I have that Rottweiler puppy?”
Rather than avoid the question, parents are advised to ponder whether the clan is prepared for a new dog, especially a Rottweiler, according to Sharon Bergen, SVP of education and training for Knowledge Learning Corporation, this country’s foremost provider of early childhood education.
While deciding “should we get the Rottweiler” Bergen suggests the parents ascertain the positives and negatives of adding the Rottweiler to the family before giving in to a child’s wishes. “The Rottweiler can teach our kids responsibility and be a pleasant addition to a family-or it can be a burden,” she has said. Bergen recommends families think about the following before deciding:
Questions to Think About Before Answering Should You Get The Rottweiler Puppy
Who will be the one to care for the Rottweiler? Families must agree beforehand who is to be responsible for feeding, walking, bathing and cleaning up behind the Rottweiler.
Is there room for the Rottweiler, or does your landlord allow dogs? Families who live in townhouses or apartments may prefer a fish, a bird, or cat, instead of the Rottweiler. Check at the library or online to discover more about Rottweilers to determine if another breed may be more suitable for your family.
Rearing the Rottweiler is a big committment and can be expensive. Family members has to know that they may have to forsake other activities to spend time with the Rottweiler. If this prospect turns out to be too daunting, you should think about delaying until the child is committed enough to help raise the Rottweiler.
Conclusion: Should You Get A Rottweiler
Bergen advises the whole family meet the Rottweiler in advance of agreeing to take it home. Raising the Rottweiler is a big commitment, so decide carefully before getting one.
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