I thought of adopting a pet for someone as a gift, but I’m reluctant. What do you think?
Someone close to me keeps stating they want a cat or dog, so I thought of buying one as a present. Is that appropriate? Would it be best to take the person with me? Or maybe just buy something else as a present. People change their minds, and I’d hate to buy this pet and the person not take care of it.
The best thing you could do is give them a gift certificate to a local shelter so they can pick out their own cat or dog- it’s very personal thing they should do themselves, but a certificate would be a thoughtful gift to help get them the pet of their dreams!
Take them with you; definitely not something you want to spring on them.
I think I’d take the person with me if I were you. Like you said, you don’t want to adopt the pet and then have it not work out. It’s a big commitment. They should be in on the decision.
Take the person with you and make it a surprise. If they want a pet,they will love you for it. I have just gotten two new pups..I’m so excited..
Shelters and rescues don’t adopt animals out as gifts.
I wouldn’t. A living thing is a lousy gift.
They really should go out and get a pet if they want one.
If you are at all in doubt (which posting here tells me you are) then find something else. Pets are a lifetime commitment and they can get expensive.
Don’t buy the pet – that would be so sad if the person doesn’t want it. Maybe if you tell them what you’d like to do first, then they can go and pick one out if they liked. And if they don’t want one, you can get them something else.
I would bring the person with you, if you do adopt which is a good thing to do as some of these animals were rescued and need good homes, if you adopt, I do believe they check and ask tons of ?s to make sure the pup or the cat is going into a good home, never ever buy from a pet store as you are paying way to much and as a matter of fact those animals you see in the store come from puppy and cat mills, probably in breed as well and would cost her tons of money with the illness they carry. I would bring her with you to adopted that is a wonderful thing that you would be doing for the animal and your friend. ;0)
Pets are not good gifts…no matter how nice the thought… unless your getting one for your wife, husband or child in your home or something of that nature… there is alot to consider, like is the person ready for a pet & it’s care… the time involved etc, especially puppies, then you have the potty training to consider as well…it’s so much more then just going & getting them..no matter what kind of pet you get or where from.. it’s a MUST to take them with to pick a Second Hand or Adopted pet…Peace & TC
You are right to question if this is appropriate. Pets usually need to fit into the lifestyle of the owner and some are not compatible. For example:a shepherding dog likes to round things up and be very active- this might not be good for someone with limited space or time to give to exercise. Some people have allergies and long haired animals might make them react. Cats are very independent but still need good care and grooming. Whatever you decide, make the commitment to care for the long term. Some individuals adopt animals and when they mature and are not “cute” anymore, are abandoned, or worse. Many animals who are abandoned cannot live at shelters forever and have to be euthanized. This is not to say having a pet isn’t a wonderful bonding experience. May folks welcome pets into their homes and live with them almost like family. Do not gather animals from the wild, nevertheless. Wild animals are wild and do not do well in captivity. Always RESPECT the animals you care for and you may all have great company for many years. Perhaps you could visit shelters or pet stores or pet sit for someone when they go out of town to see if a particular breed is for you. Pet stores will often issue gift certificates for giving. It is also to volunteer at a local shelter to get to know animals better, and then, adopt and neuter!
you should watch the news more often… especially during the holidays……. don’t adopt or buy anyone a pet….. because it might end up going back to the human society or to the humane society or some place even worse if they just let it out and it gets lost pets are great gifts for no one unless they are planning for it or if they are your child because you pay for it yes but they have to pay for the vet the litter box and crap like that
that is all together an expensive gift
why dont you talk to the person see wat type animal they would like and maby buy a starter kit for that type of animal eg for a cat a litter tray scratchin post cat carryer bowl anda brush
good luck anyway xox