Do you want to adopt a dog for you and your family? Do you already have one? When you answer yes, this is the article for you. You are sure to come across some advice that will make dog ownership a delight well into the future.

Take the time to make sure your house is dog-proofed. Prior to bringing the pooch home, check that the whole home is safe. Make sure chemicals, medications and any garbage is out of reach of the dog. Keep house plants out of his reach, especially if they could be poisonous.

When it’s time for dog training, you’ll want to do it inside your house or in your yard. It’s never good to try and train your pet when there are quite a few people around. They may get distracted and it will be more difficult to teach them even the most basic commands.

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