How do you know you're ready for a pet

by Tori Gambrel, 3rd Grade

Owning a pet requires responsibilities. You have to feed and water your pet daily. Another responsibility is to exercise your pet daily. One way you can exercise your
pet is by walking it and giving it toys. It is also important to have enough space for your pet to run around. You have to make sure your pet is secure. You must buy it a collar and a license. To walk your pet safely, you need to buy it a leash.You must have enough money to take your pet to the vet. Owning a pet can be very expensive! Your pet will also need to be groomed so that it does not get
tangles or fleas in its fur. Your pet will also need a clean place to sleep. Be prepared to clean up after your pet! It will need to be house trained if you are not home very much. It's a good idea to find out about a pet before you get it.
What happens if you buy a pet you're allergic to? So you need to know about what pets you are allergic to. It is also important to think about what you will need to do when you go on vacation. Are your neighbors going to take care of your pet? Are you going to drop it off with relatives? You have to be old enough to understand all of these responsibilities. If you do, then you are ready for a pet!