Why Not to Impulse Buy Pets

Impulsively Buying PetsBy Nick Boudreau

IntroductionAt one point, you probably saw something cool in the shop. You might have bought the item soon after seeing it, just because you wanted it. This is Impulse buying. This presentation is on why not to impulsively buy pets.

Reasons for Impulse Buying PetsTo show offIt is coolYou think you will like itInteresting pet to watchIrresponsibilityDemands of family or family member(s)Potentially dangerous

Story 1One time, I bought a crayfish for my tank. I thought it was cool, but had no idea about it. The crayfish killed plenty of fish, and eventually it died. This is relative because I bought it because I wanted it, not because I had kept them and knew about them. It ended badly because I did not know about how to take care of it.

Problems7 million animals enter shelters yearly in the United States3 million or more are euthanized2% of cats are returned20% of dogs are returnedReleasing pets causes damageMost dieCan take root and cause problemsIntroduce Disease

Pets are Not AccessoriesRequireLoveFoodWaterShelterProper housingProper environmentMoney

Just Because it is AliveIt may not beHappyHealthyAble to be held (sometimes)Getting enough attentionContent with the situation

Story 2Another time, I bought an awesome piranha named Jaws. Later, I purchased more. They lived in a ten gallon tank. Unfortunately, they died in a power outage after a few months. When I researched piranhas later, I found out that the tank was way too small and too cold. This is important because thatpiranha was definitely nothappy, even though it wasalive.

8Family MattersOne person may want one pet for the familyOthers may notReach consensusDecide who will take care of it or what part of itDecide where it livesAll choose right, specific animal Story 3At one point, I wanted a ferret. No one else in my family did. I researched and presented information. I begged and begged, but I did not get a ferret. This shows that one pet may not be right for everyone, and that everyone should agree on it.

Responsible Pet Buying

Step 1 Find a Pet You LikeLook in pet storesSee what you likeRemember itGo home without buying the pet

Step 2 Research the PetWhat to researchAdult sizeHousing sizePrice of animalPrice of suppliesOngoing costsNeeds and careNatural habitatOthers experiences with it

Step 3 Decide if It is Right for YouTalk to family about what you wantExplain all important informationEspecially care, costs, and sizeShow picturesShare good and bad experiences of othersShow pros and cons of owning this petAll pros and cons should be weighed equallyPowerPoint presentations work well for this partStep 4 PrepareIf you are allowed to get the pet, do this firstBuy suppliesPrepare home for petCheck if everything is correct for it

Step 5 Buy the PetChoose your pet from a reputable placePick specific one that looks healthyFollow acclimation directions givenDo not hold for 4 days so it gets used to the new home (if applicable)After 4 days are over, enjoy your new pet

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