5 things to look out when you’re meeting a pup parent for the first time
If you’ve been in the dog world for long enough, you’ll know that meeting someone new comes with certain risks. But there are plenty of things to consider before you meet a prospective puppy parent so that you don’t end up in an awkward situation. We’ve highlighted some of these below:
Check their profile to find out where they live and work.
- Check their profile to find out where they live and work.
- Look for a photo of their home, or workplace.
- If you have children, make sure that the person you are meeting has a photo with them in it. This can be an indicator of how well they will get along with your dog, and will help reassure that they aren’t going anywhere anytime soon!
Have your own backup plan.
Always have a back-up plan. Even if you’re meeting a puppy parent for the first time, it’s important to remember that there are always things that can go wrong in any situation. The best way to ensure that your first meeting goes smoothly is by having someone else with you and knowing how to leave if things go south. If nothing else, having a friend nearby will help calm your nerves and make sure that the interaction goes well from start until finish!
Make sure everyone’s comfortable.
It’s important to make sure that everyone is comfortable. If you are uncomfortable, or if the puppy parent is uncomfortable, leave. If they’re feeling awkward and you’re not, leave.
If they’re uncomfortable and want to go but don’t want to offend your feelings by saying so–or vice versa–just say so! The worst thing that can happen is that someone feels bad about themselves or their situation for no reason at all; if it’s okay for them not being okay with things (or vice versa), then why wouldn’t we just tell each other?
Read the situation and make your exit.
Remember, you’re the one who knows your puppy best. If anything feels off or uncomfortable to you, don’t be afraid to walk away. If someone is making you feel threatened in any way, call the police and explain what happened–they will help you get out safely if needed.
If this person is being aggressive with their dog(s), then it’s time for them to go home! You don’t want that kind of energy around your precious pups so let them know that they need to leave immediately before things escalate further out of control!
Be honest about who you are.
It’s important that you be honest about who you are and what you do. This way, it will be easier for them to understand what kind of dog would fit into their life. If they ask questions about your age or occupation, don’t lie! It’s better to tell them the truth than have them find out later on.
The same applies to hobbies and interests; if someone asks about whether or not you like hiking or playing music, tell them what kind of music genre(s) interest you instead of saying “yes” when really it’s just pop music on repeat all day long in your car stereo while driving around town with windows rolled down because A/C costs too much money anyway…
It also helps if a potential pup parent knows whether or not he/she has any allergies before meeting up with a potential furry friend (especially if said furry friend spends most nights sleeping at home).
Things to look out for when meeting someone new
When you’re meeting someone new, there are some things you should keep in mind.
- Safety is important! When you’re meeting someone from an online dating site, make sure that they are who they say they are and that their profile picture matches up with their real image. You can do this by looking at their profile pictures and checking out their bio information. If something seems off, don’t go through with the date. It’s better to be safe than sorry!
- Make small talk before getting into deeper conversation topics like love and marriage (or whatever else). Ask questions about where they live or work–this will help both parties feel more comfortable talking about themselves because it gives them an opportunity to share something personal without having all eyes on them at once when first meeting one another face-to-face for the first time ever!
Meeting people can be a lot of fun, but it’s also important to be safe. The best way to do that is by being smart about the people you meet and where they live. If something seems off or unsafe, don’t hesitate–just leave!