A lot of people think the hardest part of adopting a pet is choosing the right one. But often, the real challenge starts a few days or weeks later, when routines change, resident pets are stressed, the new pet acts differently than expected, and everyone starts wondering if they made a mistake.
In this clip from The Pet Parent Hotline, Amy Castro explains why good pets sometimes get returned after adoption, and why it’s usually not because they’re “bad.” It’s often expectations, preparation, introductions, or the transition itself.
Watch the full episode:
https://www.petparenthotline.com/6-reasons-good-pets-get-returned-after-adoption/
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