Are You Ready For A Miniature Schnauzer?
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If you are looking to welcome a new canine addition to your family home, the chances are that you have been researching different breeds. The humble miniature schnauzer is a fantastic choice for families as he is intelligent, fiercely loyal, cheeky, happy, and eager to please his owner. If you have children or family members who are allergic to pet hair, a mini schnauzer is perfect as he doesn’t shed any fur at all. He is the ideal hypoallergenic breed. While the puppies are cute and you may find them difficult to resist when you head to visit a litter, you need to be certain that you are ready for your new pooch pal. Take a look at these factors before welcoming your mutt home.
Cost
The initial cost of a mini schnauzer puppy has rocketed during this pandemic as described at https://veterinaryrecord.bmj.com/content/187/1/4.1. Many people are choosing to welcome puppies into their lives as they are at home more. While this may seem like the ideal moment to have a puppy, you need to factor in venturing back to work eventually. Your puppy will not enjoy being home alone, so you need to factor in the cost of a dog sitter. Having a dog may seem like a lot of fun (and it is) but he will be expensive to care for. You need to consider a good quality diet, vets bills and insurance. You cannot allow your dog to eat cheap and nasty grub full of fillers. This is a new member of your family, so you need to ensure that you have the money to keep him safe, secure and happy.
Consistency
If you are planning on moving house any time soon, it might be wise to wait until you are settled before saying hello to your new canine pal. Dogs adore consistency so need a routine. It’s never a surprise to see your dog sat in front of you waiting for his 6 pm dinner every day at 5:45 pm. If you do find yourself having to relocate when you have a dog, it pays to investigate a site like https://www.shiply.com/us/pet-transport to ensure that your pooch can travel in style to his new home. This is especially important if you are due to emigrate and require international travel.
When you have a dog, you will need to rethink holidays, vacations, and outings. A dog isn’t like a cat and will want to be with you at all times. If you think of him as a new child, you can’t go wrong!
Training
Mini schnauzers have a great temperament but they still require training. They don’t miraculously walk to heel, fetch a ball, or sit on command. This needs time and effort on your part. Your puppy will have some little accidents in the house as your toilet train him and you need to be ready to get up at three in the morning to take him in the garden to do his business. This mini schnauzer puppy is looking to you for support, love, and guidance. You need the patience to cope with his teething, nipping and growling. Puppy classes can be great, but only if they are run by well-qualified behavioral specialists.
A miniature schnauzer is a great companion to have. Think about whether you are ready for a pooch and enjoy planning for your new canine arrival.