Are You Ready for a Pet?

For as many proven benefits as there are to pet ownership, there can be just as many drawbacks if you're not prepared for them. Take our quick quiz to help find the right pet for you and your family.

Illustration: Jen Troyer

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All the adults in the house work full time, often with unpredictable hours

I work part time, and my partner works full-time

We have teenagers who will help take care of the pet

We have one adult who is home by 5 p.m. every day

I stay at home full time

Published 01/07/2013

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Are You Ready for a Pet?

All the adults in the house work full time, often with unpredictable hours I work part time, and my partner works full-time We have teenagers who will help take care of the pet We have one adult who is home by 5 p.m. every day I stay at home full time

All the adults in the house work full time, often with unpredictable hours

I work part time, and my partner works full-time

We have teenagers who will help take care of the pet

We have one adult who is home by 5 p.m. every day

I stay at home full time