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8610 Blue Ash Rd.
513-793-3032
(
North of Kenwood Towne Centre)
10570 Loveland-Madeira Rd.
513-677-3666
(CVS/Symmes Gate Shopping Center)
J. Peter Hill, DVM
www.petcarecincinnati.com
By: Dr. Peter Hill
Sharing your life with an animal can bring
you great joy, and can also bring you life-long
rewarding benefi ts! In considering adding a
pet to your family, it is best to learn about the
needs of different types of pets and the one that
ultimately will best suit your lifestyle. Each pet
is different in terms of the type of care, feeding,
behavior, housing and demands on your time.
Equally as important, is the cost factor. Small
`pocket' pets require much less time and poten-
tial veterinary visits as opposed to a new puppy
that needs to be seen for puppy wellness visits,
spayed or neutered at the appropriate age etc...
If you know what you are getting into
up front, you'll be more likely to have a
happy animal, a good relationship with
your pet, and a much easier time deal-
ing with any challenges that might arise.
Some questions to ask yourself as you consid-
er what type of pet may best suit your lifestyle.
1. What type of animal is best fi t for your
home? Can I live with pet hair, a litter box, or
the `wear and tear' caused by pets?
2. If children are involved, how will having
a pet affect them? Will everyone in the home
be welcoming?
3. If you rent, do you have permission from
the owner?
4. How much space do you have inside and
outside your home? Will you need a fenced
yard?
5.How much time do you have to spend
with a pet?
6.What is your activity level? Are you sed-
entary or physically active?
7. Do you have someone that can be a sec-
ondary caregiver if you are away from home?
8.Do you have the fi nancial resources if your
pet has a medical crisis?
Another key question to consider is where
to get your new pet? If you are considering
adopting, there are many wonderful dogs, cats,
and other animals at most local shelters. There
are also rescue groups for specifi c dog and cat
breeds as well as other types of pets. These
individuals often know each animal's traits
& personalities, which helps them to create a
good match for your personality and lifestyle!
Dr. Peter Hill is the owner of PetCare Animal
Hospitals of Blue Ash and Loveland.Dr. Hill is
also recognized as "The National Pet Expert" on
www.Cincinnati.MD. Hecan be reached at 513-
793-3032 or Visit: www.petcarecincinnati.com
Follow Dr. Hill's "PetExpert" blog on
www..Cincinnati.MD
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