{"product_id":"before-you-get-a-pet-tammy-hayes-9798999818317","title":"Before You Get A Pet: The Essential Questions to Ask","description":"Bringing home a pet is exciting-but are you truly prepared for the responsibility? In \u003ci\u003eBefore You Get a Pet\u003c\/i\u003e, Tammy Hayes offers a compassionate, practical guide to help future pet owners make informed, thoughtful decisions before adopting a new companion. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEvery year, millions of pets are surrendered, abandoned, or rehomed-often because the excitement of \"I want one!\" overpowered the reality of \"Can I really do this for the next 10-20 years?\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis short, powerful guide stops that tragedy before it starts. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eStructured around six critical \"Keys\" to pet ownership-commitment, family dynamics, finances, research, sourcing, and daily living-this book gently guides readers through essential questions that often go overlooked. With honesty and clarity, it encourages readers to consider their lifestyle, resources, and long-term goals to ensure a lasting, rewarding relationship with their future pet. \u003ci\u003eBefore You Get a Pet \u003c\/i\u003ewalks you through the Six Essential Keys every future pet owner must honestly answer before signing adoption papers, handing over cash to a breeder, or bringing home that adorable puppy in the parking lot.\u003cbr\u003eInside you'll discover: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe #1 reason most people fail their pets (and how to know if you will too)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to match your real lifestyle-not your fantasy one-with the right species or breed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe hidden costs that shock new owners (and how to prepare financially)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRed-flag questions to ask any breeder, shelter, rescue, or pet store\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy \"we'll figure it out later\" almost always ends in surrender-and how to avoid it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe adolescent phase that drives thousands of pets to shelters every year (and how to survive it)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003ePerfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst-time pet owners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamilies deciding on a pet for the kids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCouples or roommates who aren't on the same page yet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants to be the forever home a pet deserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eOnly 20-30 minutes to read, but it can save you (and an animal) years of heartache. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWith this information, you can avoid becoming another sad shelter statistic. Answer these questions honestly now-so you can say \"yes\" to the right pet and mean it for life. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eWhether you're thinking about a puppy, parrot, or guinea pig, this book is an invaluable resource to help you choose the right pet for the right reasons-and avoid the heartbreak of rehoming or regret. Your future best friend deserves it.\u003cbr\u003eA must-read for first-time owners, families with children, or anyone considering adding a pet to their life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Tammy Hayes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798999818317\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e T.L, Hayes Enterprises\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 12\/02\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 52\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.18lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.11d","brand":"Tammy Hayes","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48443075559679,"sku":"9798999818317","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_5712b124-d9b4-45d2-894a-76b50d7370b1.jpg?v=1777201691","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/before-you-get-a-pet-tammy-hayes-9798999818317","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}