Your Child Is Asking For That German Shorthaired Pointer Puppy – What Should You Do?

Sooner or later, every parent is likely to hear: “Mommy, can we get that German Shorthaired Pointer puppy?”

Instead of dodging the question, parents should consider whether or not their family is ready for a new dog, especially a German Shorthaired Pointer, says Sharon Bergen, senior vice president of education and training for Knowledge Learning Corporation, this nation’s foremost provider of early childcare.

While considering “should the family get the German Shorthaired Pointer” Bergen recommends that parents evaluate the positives and negatives of adding the German Shorthaired Pointer to the household before giving in to a child’s request. “The German Shorthaired Pointer can teach your kids responsibility and be a welcome addition to your family-or it can be a mistake,” she is quoted as saying. Bergen recommends parents think about the following before committing:

Questions to Think About Before Deciding Should You Get The German Shorthaired Pointer Puppy

Who will care for the German Shorthaired Pointer? Parents and children must come to an agreement beforehand who will be in charge of bathing, feeding, walking and picking up behind the German Shorthaired Pointer.

Do you have room for the German Shorthaired Pointer, and does your landlord allow dogs? Families living in townhouses or apartments may prefer a bird, a cat, or fish, instead of the German Shorthaired Pointer. Check at the library or online to learn more about German Shorthaired Pointers to learn if another dog may be more suited for your household.

Raising the German Shorthaired Pointer is a big committment and may be expensive. Family members has to know that they will be required to forsake existing activities to properly care for the German Shorthaired Pointer. If this requirement seems too daunting, you may want to suggest postponing until the child is responsible enough to help raise the German Shorthaired Pointer.

Conclusion: Should You Get A German Shorthaired Pointer

Bergen advises the entire family meet the German Shorthaired Pointer in advance of deciding to take it home. Raising the German Shorthaired Pointer is a huge commitment, so decide carefully before adopting a furry new family member.

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