Better Pet Adoption: Part 1

With all the extra time we are spending in our homes lately, many of us are considering adopting a pet as a companion. In this 2-part series we discuss ways to adequately prepare for adopting a new pet so that you and your new companion have the best experience together. In part 1 we dive into how to choose the right pet and breed for your lifestyle and reflect on the role of pets as a member of your family.

Episode 141 of the The Better Show podcast, hosted by March Rogers, Darren Austin, Ian Mikutel, titled "Better Pet Adoption: Part 1" was published on June 16, 2020 and runs 36 minutes.

June 16, 2020 ·36m · The Better Show

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2:46 — Darren shares that he and his wife recently adopted a new puppy, Ellie and he discusses his motivation for focusing on this topic.
4:10 — The benefits of pet adoption including companionship, stress reduction, and better mental health.
7:01 — March shares his past experience adopting a large dog in his small apartment.
13:04 — March reflects on the differences between pet ownership in Ireland and the US.
13:50 — Ian reveals that he and his family are long-time cat people.
15:27 — We take a moment to enjoy a view of Ian’s dream of owning a baby giraffe. 😄
19:21 — Darren shares a story from his youth about owning an evil poodle.
21:32 — The importance of preparation and a little bit of research when choosing to get a new pet and the difficulty of finding a new home for a pet that doesn’t fit your lifestyle.
23:30 — Deciding what you want out of a pet — exercise companion, cuddle companion, etc.
24:49 — Selecting your pet species and the breed.
26:30 — Questions to ask yourself when choosing a pet and a breed of dog or cat.
27:01 — Online resources to help you learn about different dogs and cats.
28:55 — The right flavor of giraffe for your home and lifestyle.