What is your responsibility? OWNING A PET What is your responsibility?

Avoid Impulse Decisions

Questions to Ask Why do you want a pet? Do you have enough time for a pet?

Questions to Ask Can you afford a pet? Do you have enough space for a pet?

Questions to Ask Are pets allowed where you live? Who will watch your pet when you can’t?

Questions to Ask What will my pet need from me, and can I take care of its needs?

What is the Right Pet for You?

Obey Local Leash Laws

Train Your Pet

Spay or Neuter Your Pet

Provide for Your Pet’s Needs

Provide Veterinary Care

Clean Up after Your Pet

Identify Your Pet

Be Prepared for Disasters

Where Can You Find a Pet?

Where Can You Find a Vet?

First week of May, every year National Pet Week First week of May, every year

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