Are you thinking of giving a dog? Do you want to do a special gift? A dog is a touching and different gift. A very special gift that will last and accompany the surprised person or persons for many years if it is well cared for.
Before giving a dog as a gift, you must make sure that it is an animal desired by the person to whom you are going to give it. It is a living being, not a toy, and it requires love, dedication and care. You must also make sure that the person is not allergic to the dog.
When an animal is given as a gift, it is because it is known that it is really desired, loved and will be cared for as it deserves, otherwise the poor animal will be abandoned or given to a kennel.
If after all you are still convinced of wanting to give a dog, then we are going to give you some ideas on how to give a dog.
Is a dog the best gift?
Before you get down to work, you must be completely sure that the person who is going to receive the dog really wants the pet and that they will take care of it responsibly and give it all the love they can.
Make sure that a dog is the most desired gift for that person and that they can also afford to take care of the dog correctly, we are not just talking about taking it to the vet when necessary, giving it vaccinations or giving it food. Dogs are social animals, man’s best friend, and although there are breeds that are more independent than others, the important thing is that they spend time each day for caresses, cuddles, games, exercises and also to educate them.
I know that for you the happiness of that special person come first, but think about the well-being of the dog, and if it is going to be happy.
You must also provide a plan b, that is, if you give it to him and it turns out that he cannot take care of it, or that the person is allergic, etc. You had to have foreseen this situation, so what will happen to the dog now? Will you keep it? Is there another person interested? Will you take him to an animal shelter?
The first and above all is that you should not abandon the dog to its fate, remember it.
What breed do I choose?
When choosing a breed, it is possible that you already have it very clear, but especially the person to whom you are going to give it.
In any case, when choosing a breed it is important that you think about its size and characteristics, for example, a large dog in a small apartment will not be entirely happy, since it will hardly have space to play and run. Also think about the exercise that each breed needs, since it is not appropriate to give a very energetic dog that needs great exercise skills to a sedentary person.
The best idea would be to give a dog whose characteristics resemble those of its future owner.
Finally, remember that there are some breeds prone to illness, so think about whether that person can afford any operation, treatment and care, as well as whether they can cope psychologically.
Where do I get the dog?
The most logical thing is to go to a pet store and buy a puppy, which are the most common offers.
But first you should consider going to an animal shelter or a kennel, normally they don’t have very small puppies, but some are a few months old and if you don’t mind you can also choose an adult. They are dogs that have been abandoned and even mistreated, so the love of a new owner could “bring them back to life.”
Another option is to look for ads and see if they give away dogs, these cases are important since in some cases, if they do not end up selling or giving them away, the dogs will end up abandoned, and you could avoid it.
Another aspect when purchasing a dog is to know if it is vaccinated and obtain the vaccination card. Never give a dog without the corresponding vaccinations. In the event that you do not have them, think about whether you or the person who receives it will put them on.
For gifts
Once we have gone through the previous points and we already have the animal, it is time to prepare it for a gift.
There are very original ways to do it:
- Put a big bow around your neck.
- Put it in a suitable size box with holes and decorated for a gift.
- Leave the dog locked in a room and when the person enters they find it.
- Between several people, give him things related to the dog, such as toys, bowls, bed, and at the end of all give him the dog.
Choosing the best gift is not always easy, but we hope that with these steps and tips on how to give a dog, you now have it clearer.
