LAP Lifelong Animal Protection Charity

Dog Adoption Quiz

ADOPTION AGREEMENT

The Dog Test by "Pups 2 Luv"

Dogs bring companionship, fun and love to our lives, but they are also a big responsibility.

Deciding to add a dog to your family is a decision that should not be taken lightly. A dog can live 10-15 years - be sure you can dedicate that time to being a loving dog owner.

Depending on your lifestyle and your own current responsibilities, the adoption of a dog might be inappropriate at this time of your life. Here are points that your should take in to consideration before thinking of adopting a new pet.

Check the events that have occurred in the past five months, or that might occur in the next five months. Give 1 point for each occurence

	Separation, divorce or end of a relationship			Marriage

	Move to a new city or residence			Pregnancy or new baby

	Working longer hours at work			New responsibilities at work

	Financial concerns			Children leaving home or moving back home

	Change in family routine			Death of a family member

	Death or disappearance of a family pet			Given away a dog, or returned a dog to an animal shelter

	Health problems of a family member			Frequent travel

	Limited personal time			Graduating from school or college

	Disagreeing with a family member about adopting a dog			Add one point for every animal that you currently own

SCORING
	0 – 4 points	You have a stable life. Now is probably a reasonable time to acquire a dog.	5 – 6 points	You have many responsibilities at the present time but adoption of a dog might work for you.
	7 – 10 points	Think twice before adopting. With all the changes and responsibilities in your life at the present time you might not have any time to care for your dog. A dog is a high maintenance animal that needs your time and friendship. Also, as this is a new addition to your household, the first 6 months is a critical time; it is when bonding and friendships are created.	10+ points	DO NOT ADOPT A DOG. It is NOT recommended to adopt a dog at this juncture of your life.

LAP Lifelong Animal Protection Charity exists to help animals in distress in Hong Kong and to bring about the conditions
whereby every animal has a good home. And working to improve the quality of life for all living in Hong Kong.