{"product_id":"the-complete-guide-to-adopting-kenneth-a-phillips-9798264870385","title":"The Complete Guide to Adopting a Pet: Essential Steps and Expert Advice for Finding, Preparing, and Caring for Your New Pet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOpen your home-and your heart-to the perfect companion.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom the first spark of \"Should I adopt?\" to the first cuddles at home, this friendly, step-by-step guide walks you through every stage of bringing a pet into your life with confidence and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside, you'll learn how to: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the right pet for your lifestyle (dogs, cats, and beyond)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eNavigate shelters, applications, screenings, and meet-and-greets like a pro\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrepare your home, supplies, and safe spaces before Gotcha Day\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eEase first-week jitters and build trust from day one\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed, groom, and keep your new pet healthy with clear, vet-friendly basics\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrain and socialize for good manners and happy routines\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSolve common hiccups-anxiety, litter box woes, barking, and more\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eTravel safely together and plan for a loving goodbye when the time comes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWarm, practical, and packed with checklists, routines, and real-world tips, this is your roadmap to a lifelong bond-rooted in compassion, structure, and everyday joy. If you're ready to adopt, this book helps you do it \u003cb\u003eright\u003c\/b\u003e the first time-and love every moment that follows.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Kenneth A. Phillips\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798264870385\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/11\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 104\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.58lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.22d","brand":"Kenneth A. Phillips","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48137210855679,"sku":"9798264870385","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_358d6ba1-dd1e-4bf1-a90a-ff5f3ad75fbc.jpg?v=1770167303","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-complete-guide-to-adopting-kenneth-a-phillips-9798264870385","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}