Is It Time? What You Should Know Before Adopting A Dog

Ray the Dog
Ray is one of many adorable dogs looking for a "forever home" at PAWS Chicago. Jason Marck/WBEZ / WBEZ
Ray the Dog
Ray is one of many adorable dogs looking for a "forever home" at PAWS Chicago. Jason Marck/WBEZ / WBEZ

Is It Time? What You Should Know Before Adopting A Dog

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PAWS Chicago, the area’s largest no-kill shelter, is filled to capacity will be waiving certain fees this weekend to entice adoptions. 

But there’s a lot more to adopting a dog than pointing your finger at a cute pooch and saying “I want that one!”

Jenn White talks to PAWS volunteer Mark Lukas about how to find the perfect pet for your household and your lifestyle, and how to prepare for the new arrival.

GUESTS: Mark Lucas, volunteer for PAWS Chicago

Ray, Adorable Dog in need of a “forever home.”