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Is a dog right for me?
From Department of Rural and Community Development
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From Department of Rural and Community Development
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Last updated on
If you are thinking of getting a dog as a pet, firstly consider if your home and family lifestyle are suited to keeping a dog for its lifetime.
There are three key questions to ask yourself.
First determine if your living conditions are suitable for a dog
If living in rental accommodation, landlord permission must be sought
Some local authorities do not permit tenants to keep dogs of certain breeds, which might include dogs listed under the Control of Dogs Regulations for example
In addition to household expenses such as dog food, bedding and accessories, you may need to budget for a dog licence, microchipping, veterinary care, vaccination, neutering, grooming, dog training and boarding fees.