The Wonders of Having a Pet

There are about 50 million dogs, 50 million cats and countless cage birds in the country.
I have to start by saying that a pet is not a toy, but a living creature like us and animals also have their own special role in creation just as we do.
Whenever we decide to get a pet we must realize that we are also assuming the responsibility to care for him, to provide a humane place to live, a balanced nutrition and the necessary medical care.

All puppies and kittens are cute and cuddly but that should not be the basis for our decision to acquire them as we may be very disappointed about their looks and behavior when they grow up.

There are several breeds of cats and a number of breeds of dogs to choose from, these are grouped according to their traits and abilities, such as hunters, retrievers, pointers, shepherds, sheep dogs, cattle dogs, guardian dogs, working dogs and others.

Generally speaking the smartest breed is the Border Collie and at the end comes the Bassett Hounds and the Basenji.

Some good reasons to have a dog:
1. They can be the perfect exercising machine.
2. For companionship
* A faithful and reliable friend
* Their presence and contact with us tend to reduce high blood pressure.
* Treat depression
* Induces us to open up and make friends.
* Help children develop.
* Protection
* Guide for the disabled
* Rescue
* Detection
* In some countries people believe that Chihuahuas cure asthma.

If you have a pet you should learn First Aid and should have a First Aid kit for your pet.

Because dogs are so reliable and faithful, they are also known as Angels with four legs.

I will close with the saying: The more I know people, the more I love my dog.