Pet Shop

The other day I went into a local Pet Store with my siblings to look at the animals. I’ve never liked going into these stores, even as a child, because I always felt so bad for them sitting there in their cages, crying out to you to pet them and take them home. I used to avoid going to those stores to save myself the heartbreak, but with the persistence of my brother and sister they got me to go in.

 I’ve always loved animals so I couldn’t resist but take out an adorable little puppy to pet. She was so excited to be out of her cage that she kissed and jumped all over me. When the time came to put her back I felt horrible so I got an idea.

Socializing

On our way out of the store I asked the storeowner if it would be possible for me to stop by once a week to pet and play with the puppies. He was all for the idea, and apparently there were a few people who do so occasionally. Also there’s a name for what I thought was just generically playing its called socializing

Socializing consists of taking one dog/cat out at a time, and playing with them. Because they are so young they don’t realize what feet are and that they should stay clear of them so you must be very careful not to step on them when they’re out. Many of them are also teething so they try to chew on any body part of yours they can (hands, fingers, toes, arms etc.) so you must teach them the word NO.

Monday

Monday is the day that I go to the store to visit with the animals. They are so cute I just love them! My favorite thing to do with them is to take them for walks outside since they don’t get to go out very much. Some puppies do great and love it while others are really scared and uneasy. It depends for the most part on their age. Another reason why I love taking them for walks is because while I’m out and about so many people stop to goggle over the adorable puppy. To me I see it as an opportunity to advertise them saying how they are for sale, this is their age, they are so cute, need a good home etc. I like to advertise them because the sooner they find a good home to go to the less amount of time they have to spend cooped up in those kennels.

I love volunteering at the Pet Store and would recommend to anyone who loves animals as much as I do to go offer your time at a local pet store. They could always use the help.

I didn't get the opportunity to take any pictures yet but I will soon and post them onto here so stay tuned! <3