Owners

How to be a responsible owner -
Before embarking on a long-term relationship with a dog, consider the following step-by-step process:

• Thoroughly consider the realities of dog ownership
• Thoroughly research the breed that best fits your life and your lifestyle
• Thoroughly seek-out quality breeders
• Thoroughly research and understand how dogs develop and learn
• Commit to a well-balanced diet and exercise programme
• Commit to a socialisation programme that includes positive experiences with as many people, other animals, sights and sounds, and in as many environments as possible
• Commit to shaping desired behaviour through positive reinforcements
• Commit to providing quality care for your dog when it is necessary for you to spend time apart
• Own an obedient dog that is under your control at all times
• Own a dog that trusts your leadership and looks to you for all decisions
• Own a dog that enhances your life, and you theirs