FINAL Draft

Don't you just want to snuggle up with a cat or dog on a rainy day?  Or, if you don't like cats or dogs, don' you what to have a pet companion in your life? However, choosing a pet can be a difficult task as there many steps to consider before and while getting one.  Keep in mind when choosing and purchasing a pet, that some things to consider are which type of pet is best for you, whether you can handle the responsibility that comes with caring for a smaller creature, and the whether the pet is affordable and within your price-range. 

One of the first steps to take when purchasing a pet is what type of pet you would most desire.  The are a plethora of pets to choose ranging from dogs to fish to hamsters or rats and nearly everything in between.  Then, it is necessary to research which stores are nearby that have the pet you would like in stock.  It may be beneficial to call the stores first instead of driving to each one to determine whether the store has the pet you are looking for.  Finally, after arriving at the store, it is time to chose the perfect pet for you.  Some things to consider while choosing your soon-to-be pet is how "cute" they are.  This "cuteness" factor can depend on multiple things that can include the color of the pet's fur, skin, scales, or feathers.  Also, choosing a pet it can depend on their size- whether they are big or small.  Finally, the last factor in choosing a pet can depend on their age and whether they are babies or adults.  

Additionally, before even deciding to have a pet, you should think about whether you can handle the responsibility that comes with owning one.  If you do not want to have too much responsibility, I would advise getting a fish, or another type of pet that doesn't require much effort to care for.  Just remember that caring for a dog or even a guinea pig can have its struggles.  I know that when I had my guinea pig, I would never like cleaning it's cage and my mom had to help at some points when I was too occupied to clean the cage or feed her (my guinea pig).  

Finally, one of the last but most important things to factor into purchasing a pet is the cost and affordability.  Not all animals are cheap.  For instance, certain types of dogs can be a lot of money.  Additionally, some animals may require veterinarian care, which is also an expense on you on top of the cost of the pet.

Overall, after going through all of these steps and thinking about important factors like responsibility and cost, it is a life changing experience to own a pet.  A pet is a companion that you can always rely on to be there, until they die and then you possibly get a new pet.  If you do not love or feel a connection to any of the pets at the store at a first look, don't worry.  Occasionally, this can be a long and challenging process.  Keep going to other stores until you find a pet that suits and achieves all of your expectation. Now, I hope with these steps in mind, you are able to find the true perfect pet for your home.