Is giving a dog or cat really a good idea?

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It is estimated that around 50% of children have asked for a dog or cat as a Christmas gift some year. But… is it really a good idea? Before considering it, we should analyze the pros and cons of incorporating a pet into the family. Giving our children a dog or cat for Christmas seems like a good idea on paper. There are many advantages of having a pet for the little ones in the house, but before doing so we should reflect on the implications for the entire family. The figures are quite discouraging. Pet abandonment in Spain grew by 10% post-confinement. This is clear from the results of the 'He Would Never Do It 2021' study, carried out by the Affinity Foundation. According to their figures, the shelters collected 286,000 pets in 2020 - 162,000 dogs and 124,000 cats - and, although adoptions increased by 15% in the period of confinement of the pandemic, between March and May, the abandonment of pets registered an increase of between 5 and 10% in the following months. Give a dog, are you ready? Consensus The first thing we have to analyze is whether there is a consensus at home. Having a pet involves the cooperation of EVERYONE. Children, especially, are they going to commit to their care? Time Having a pet means dedicating time to it. A cat, and especially a dog, needs our company.



They have to go out at least three times each day to walk and relieve themselves, and for some breeds it is necessary to dedicate time to physical exercise each day. Home conditions The characteristics of our house will determine whether we can have a large dog or a small one. Also our habits, if we are active or sedentary, if we travel often... Commitment Taking into account that the average lifespan of a dog ranges between 10 and 15 years, it is necessary that we assume a long-term commitment. Adoption, the best alternative At Disane we are committed to adoption as the best CZ Leads alternative to incorporate a dog or cat into the family. This way, in addition to making your children happy, you will give a home to a pet that doesn't have one right now. We collaborate with several Animal Protection Associations to help them maintain and properly care for animals that have been abandoned by their owners. You can learn about the steps to take to adopt a dog in this article . 5 tips for your cat to survive Christmas December 22, 2021 Published in Blog christmas cat The curiosity and playful nature of cats mean that they cannot resist Christmas decorations, especially the tree. We give you some tips to spend a peaceful Christmas with a cat at home. Cats get stressed by changes and Christmas is a time when people come home, we change the decoration, we make more noise.







The Christmas tree The Christmas tree is, without a doubt, one of the main headaches for families who have cats. The first thing you have to monitor is its stability. Make sure it is firm and does not wobble. Opt for a stable base with a secure support and for more security you can use a cable to anchor it to the wall or ceiling. As an additional safety measure, you can spray the branches with a bitter product to keep your cat away. Especially if you use a natural pine, since the needles are toxic to your feline. For its decoration, use decorations that do not break (avoid glass ones and do not use lights or garlands as much as possible). If you finally install lights, keep an eye on the cables, protecting them with a plastic sheath. To keep him away from the tree you can place aluminum foil around it, You can choose to place the tree in a place in the house that your cat does not have access to. In any case, make sure it is away from other furniture so that your cat cannot jump from it onto the tree. Candles, plants and food Be careful with the candles. Place them in places they cannot access or replace traditional ones with LED candles. Keep an eye on Christmas plants, such as poinsettias or mistletoe. They can be toxic if your cat happens to eat any leaves. And do not offer food such as nougat or sweets. Try not to let your cat get stressed. She places her bed in a quiet place away from the hustle and bustle of the living room where you gather with the family.