First Steps to Dog Ownership
The Veterinarian Connection
DCI
With their many clients, and their associations with breeders' groups, kennels and shelters, veterinarians are very well-connected in the dog-adoption community. If a client's dog gives birth to a litter of puppies, if someone is looking to find a good home for a dog they can no longer keep, or if there's a friendly stray in the neighborhood, a vet is usually one of the first people to get wind of it. The bulletin board in a veterinarian's office can be an excellent source of information if you want to bring a dog into the family.
A vet can also help you select a dog — matching your needs and expectations with the known behavioral and health issues of any breeds you're considering. Make sure that the vet examines your new pet for physical and emotional problems as soon as possible.
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