You may often come across ads such as “Terrier wanted” or a “German Shepherd wanted” in the classifieds section of the newspaper. What exactly are these? These are people who wish to buy a dog of the specific breed. These people advertise in the “Dogs Wanted” section of the newspaper or a pet magazine. A ‘
Dog Wanted’ is an advertisement where you can post the details of the dog you are looking to buy. Most of these advertisements appear in the classifieds section of the newspaper. Newspaper being the largest mass medium of communication, publishing what you want in this section is bound to earn you a quicker and a more accurate response.
Knowing the kind of dog you want depends on a lot of factors. Knowledge of these factors along with a fair idea of what breeds are conducive to these factors will help you receive a better response to your advertisement in the “
Dog Wanted” section. First factor that you must consider is the space available for you and your dog. There are certain
dog breeds of dogs which require ample space to run around and play. All dogs value their privacy and in the absence of privacy, they fall sick and may even turn cranky or violent. The size of the space available to you will determine the size of your dog. There are some breeds of dogs which are small in size and are commonly called apartment dogs. If you have a sprawling garden, then a large dog will be ideal for you.
Another factor to be considered is the weather conditions in the region where you stay. Thick coated, dense furred
dogs thrive well in cold places whereas short coated dogs are more suited to warm regions. So, match the climate with the breed before advertising. Some dogs are more emotional than the others. Cocker spaniel is considered one of the most emotional dogs who cry their hearts out when the owner goes out leaving them alone at home. If you have a job which takes you away from home for long periods, it would be best if you don’t bring home a
pet. Most of them hate being left alone and will simply refuse to even eat if anyone other than their masters feed them. If however, your trips are short and infrequent, get a breed which is social and can adapt to any person or place. Such a dog can be left with a relative or a friendly neighbor can help when you are away.
Grooming is again a vital consideration. Thick furred dogs need extensive grooming if the coat has to be kept in a healthy shining condition whereas a few strokes with the dog brush will keep your short haired pet happy and healthy. Keep in mind the amount of money and time you can spend on grooming and vaccinations for the dog before deciding the right breed. Once you know what exactly you want, advertise in the ‘
dog wanted’ section and wait for responses to pour in.
