GETTING READY FOR YOUR HOME VISIT DOGS       Things that you will need:   •  Tie out or runner for outside   •  Place for a crate/blanket for sleeping   •  Outside potty spot   •  Two people to help pick up/Ask our staff to assist   •  Nylabone/Gumma-bone/Natural bone/Kong   •  NO RAWHIDE BONES   •  Purina Puppy Chow (puppies)   •  Purina Little Bites/Purina One (adults) or Iams (Quality food)   •  Blanket   •  Crate (appropriate size)   •  Collar   •  Leash   •  Out of county license   •  Dishes       Things that will give to you to start you off:   •  3 day supply of food currently being eaten       Things to think about:   •  Dewclaw procedure for surgery (if needed)(additional fee)   •  Regular or Lifetime License (tatto or microchip)(additional fee)   •  Lyme Disease shot (go camping)or Frontline Flea Protection(additional fee)   •  Potty place       We can loan you (if available) or you can purchase the following items:   •  Gentle Leader/DVD/Ccrate education   Paws Along the River 212 Elm Street • Warren, PA 16365 • (814) 726-1961 www.pawsalongtheriver.com

Things to Consider before Adoption Time Do you have time to excercise and train a pet? Male or Female This may be a consideration if you already have a pet. Daily Exercise Research the activity of the pet with your lifestyle. Children Children must be a critical component in your decision. Hair/ Allergies Consider the hair and shedding issues with this new pet. Experience A must for assertive breeds. First timers, begin with easy. Looks Although, we may need to fall in love, you can't tell a book by it's cover with animals. Money Do you have the financial means to properly care for a pet. What kind of Dog Do I Want? Sporting Breeds Bred to hunt with man. Trainable, active, and happy. Untrained, they may chew, run and can be as sensitive as a brick. Hounds Use eyes and nose to pursue game animals. Active, friendly, and comical dogs. Untrained they may chew, howl, and be very hard to housebreak. Terries Created to hunt down and kill vermin. They are often feisty, lively, and self-assured. Untrained they can be aggressive, barky and disobedient. Toy Dogs Bred to be companions. Sweet, smart and devoted. Untrained can become snappy and hard to housebreak. Working Dogs Intelligent, trainable and territorial. With direction, experience and activity they make first rate companions. Untrained they can be aggressive and disobedient. Herding Dogs Similar to working dogs. With direction, experience and activity they make first-rate companions. Untrained they have a Tendency toward shyness and nipping at heels. Puppy or Adult Adult dogs are the best-kept secret of dog ownership. Most adult dogs bond quickly to their new homes. Adult dogs can arrive in your home with little or no adjustment period. Pups can be a lot of fun, however do require a considerable amount of time and patience to be trained. First-time owners should stay away from the tough, territorial breeds.