You Can Teach an Old Dog New Tricks.

When adopting a pet, many people think puppies are the best option. Although some believe young dogs adapt better to the family, this is not always true. There are many reasons why an older animal could be a perfect companion. They need less attention: If you work all day, an old pet is more convenient. They need less attention and need to plau lees than a young pet. Chew less: Puppies are very curious and like to chew on everything- even if it is the antique sofa you inherited from your grandmother. Old pets have outgrown this stage and, unless they suffer from separation anxiety, it's less probable they destroy, furniture, clothing and everything within reach. They can still learn: The saying "You Can't teach an old dog new tricks"is not true at all. Old dogs can also learn faster than young dogs. Actual size: The frist year of a pet's life is when they grow the most. If you are looking for a dog of a specific size. An older dog wont's surprise you by growing bigger than expected. What you see is what you get. Social good: Many People abandon dogs and cat at shelters because they are old. Many of these pets are already adapted to family routine and may be the perfect companion. When you adopt an older pet at a shelter you many prevent it from being euthanized. -Revista pet. I.D