March 2013
Calgary Humane Society Animals
In December of 2011, Pisces Pet Emporium became a remote adoption location for the Calgary Humane Society. After an comprehensive inspection of our facilities and extensive training session of our Pet Councilors, Pisces Pet Emporium welcomed the first group cats and rabbits. Pisces has been successful at placing several of its guests with permanent homes and hope to help all our Calgary Humane Society companions to find their perfect match.
Choosing a pet is always a big decision and should never be considered lightly. From the Calgary Humane Society website: These are some questions to ask before you consider adopting a pet companion:
"Will you be a responsible pet guardian?
Will you ensure that your pet is spayed or neutered, to decrease the problem of pet overpopulation? Will you provide them with permanent ID such as a microchip and tattoo? (Adoption fee from CHS includes all of the above mentioned surgeries) Will you ensure your pet has access to veterinary care, food, water, shelter, love, exercise, training, grooming, and nail care? Will you abide by city bylaws regarding your pet (licensing, picking up after your dog etc.)?
What are your living arrangements?
Do you own your own home or are you renting? Moving frequently can be stressful to pets. If you are renting does your landlord allow pets? Secondly is the space large enough for the pet and breed that you want? Do you have a fenced backyard?
What is your lifestyle?
Are you a couch potato? Are you active and enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and camping? Do you work late or go out after work? Ensure that the pet, or breed, that you are seeking matches what you like to do.
Time: Do you have time for a pet?
Animals require varying amounts of time. Depending on the animal, and even the breed, how much time you have to dedicate to walking, training, exercising and mental stimulation for your pet will vary.
Time: Is it the right time?
Are you planning a move? Going back to school or work? Pregnant? Will something in your life affect the introduction of a pet into your home? Then maybe it is not the right time.
Can you afford the costs?
Are you able to afford the costs of pet care? The average cost for dogs annually is $1,550 (not including one time costs such as adoption fee, spaying, microchipping etc.) and the average for cats is $850 annually. Also remember replacement costs of things such as your favorite shoes. Check out our pet calculators for more info.
What is the lifespan of animal?
Are you prepared to commit to your pet for its lifetime? Most cats and dogs have a lifespan of 15 years. Thinking about a parrot? They can live up to 80 years and they may potentially outlive you - who will take care of your parrot in this case?
Who will be responsible?
Trying to teach responsibility to your children? Understand that a family pet is a family decision and children will not take on all of the duties involving the pet, even though they will be enthusiastic at first! It is recommended for children to be seven years old to actively take part in pet care."
Once you have established that pet guardianship is appropriate for you come in and see if we have the right pet for you! Every animal deserves a second chance.
