It’s time.  You’re ready for a new, four-legged family member.  But choosing the right pet to adopt among the numerous sizes, breeds, ages, and species available can be as tricky as teaching a hound how to tango.  And keeping your composure isn’t going to be easy either.  You have to hold your feelings for furry friends in check while you figure out what pet best fits your needs, and your lifestyle.  Your first step?  Make a list.  In fact, make three.

List#1

The first list is your absolute musts for your pet, the basic requirements you need to be happy with a new friend:

• Are you looking for a running partner or a couch potato?
• Would you enjoy a long, silky coated feline requiring daily grooming or a short coat