How to get a dog
It made me
HAPPY! 
"I went to the pound, picked out a dog, and took her home."
How I did it: I grew up with dogs as pets, but as an adult I wasn't able to get a dog for one reason or another until I bought my first house. Then it was just a matter of having the time to train a dog, so I waited until late spring (my husband teaches so he could be with the dog every day during the summer) before adopting.
I chose to get a pound puppy because they are the LAST dogs to get a chance at homes and mutts are often healthier than the "pure" breeds.
Lessons & tips: Take an obedience class with your dog. Watch shows like "Good Dog U' and "It's Me or the Dog" on Animal Planet. Read books about dog training and care. See a vet right away and make sure to schedule regular check-ups.
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