A Lowchen is a living creature that requires attention, training,
grooming, exercise and proper nutrition.
Are you capable and willing to devote your time/money to a
Lowchen?
A Lowchen is a long-term commitment, it may live for as much as
16 or 17 years. Acquiring a Lowchen should never be a spontaneous
decision.
Is the dog for you or for someone else? If mainly for the
children or another loved one, are you also looking forward to
the companionship?
Can you accept a Lowchen who is bound to be different from a dog
you are trying to replace from the past or find a clone of
another?
Can you accept a Lowchen who is bound to be different from a dog
you are trying to replace from the past or find a clone of
another?
Have you considered the cost associated with owning a Lowchen?
The cost of food, accessories (leads, collars, dishes, crates,
etc.), veterinary expenses, training, boarding, grooming and
licensing you Lowchen with the city?
Will you enjoy caring for your Lowchen when no one else can, or
will you begrudge the time?
Are you gone from home long hours with no one to care for your
Lowchen? Do you hurry home from work, only to leave again most
nights?
How tired are you when you come home from work?
Do you relax by taking a walk or playing a game, or would you
rather snooze on the couch?
Are you a "neat freak" about your home? Will you be upset at
canine chaos?
Do you have the patience/time for housebreaking and training?
Will you still be a good neighbour when you get a Lowchen?
Have you interacted with an adult Lowchen?
Are you aware of a Lowchen's adult size,
temperament, and exercise/grooming requirements?
Do you know the disorders that can appear in a Lowchen and plan
to research breeders and lines to avoid problems?
If a problem appears, despite the breeder's and your efforts, are
you prepared to deal with it?
Is everyone in the household enthused and willing to help?
Do you have a fenced yard?
Do you hate to exercise or do you lead an active lifestyle?
Do you mind daily grooming of your Lowchen or do you plan to have
the dog professionally groomed?
