From finding the right rescue organization to welcoming your new family member home
Photo: Christina Kilgour/Getty Images A pup-finding primer from writer Julie Klam, who has fostered 35 dogs, owned eight, and talked with ten experts.
➽ Or fly in a dog from Korea. A few rescue groups transport and rehome dogs from other countries: Korean K9 Rescue brings over dogs from the meat trade, Stray From the Heart imports strays from Puerto Rico and Ecuador, and Long Island Golden Retriever Rescue has golden retrievers from Turkey. You’ll likely pay for the dog’s flight, which can cost hundreds of dollars.
➽ Consider a senior dog. Puppies are a lot of work: You shouldn’t take them outside in the city until they’re fully immunized from their shots . Senior dogs have gained in popularity because they’re calmer and usually trained. ➽ Prepare to sell yourself. Adoption groups will want to know your living situation: Who lives with you, and how old are they? They will want to know your dog history, and if you have one, they may want to speak to your vet. They will call friends as references and ask if you have a plan to walk the dog while you work. They are looking to see that you’re not a fair-weather dog parent. A good way to get it across that you’re not is to ask a lot questions.
➽ Make a weekly budget. The adoption process can cost anywhere from $150 to $1,000. And owning a dog in New York costs about $150 a week.
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