Chris Evans Is Debating Adopting Another Dog To Keep Dodger Company

Actor, dog dad and partner of Jinx premium dog food, Chris Evans and his wife Alba Baptista and considering adding another fur baby to their family. Evans adopted his rescue dog Dodger in 2015 and his adorable rescue mutt has made many special appearances on the star's social media pages.

Evans and Baptista sound like a lot of pet parents who are debating the right time to add another dog to their family. It's not an easy decision!

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People Magazine has an exclusive with the Avengers star, who was quoted as saying, "The question becomes, do we do the puppy route, or do we adopt an older dog ? Anytime you see one of those stories about some eight or nine-year-old dog that gets adopted who's had a rough life, it just kills you. And so, to some degree, that's kind of what we've been thinking."

Awwwww, how amazing would it be if he did adopt a senior pup?

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Senior dogs deserve all the love in the world and it's always so great when someone famous adopts one because it makes other potential pet parents consider adopting an older pup. Older dogs are usually overlooked in shelters and there are so many senior dogs that deserve their loving, forever home and a second chance at living out their golden years with all the love and care they deserve.

If you are considering adding a puppy or an older dog to your family, here are some things to consider.

What To Consider Before Adopting Another Dog

Adopting another dog is a big decision that requires careful consideration and thought before you go and visit your local animal shelter or humane society.

Does your current dog get along well with other dogs ? Has he spent time with another dog and seemed curious and friendly? If your dog is older, or has issues that affect an elderly dog, they may not adapt well to a new, hyper puppy. Similarly, a very young pup might overwhelm a senior dog .

Let's face it, owning a dog can be expensive, and you need to consider if you can afford the food, vet visits, grooming and boarding costs of another dog if you ever have to go out of town.

Dogs require exercise and attention, do you have the time available to provide an additional dog with playtime and walks?

Do you have enough room in your home and in your yard for an additional dog. Two large dogs may not do well in a very small apartment.

Adopt from reputable shelters or rescue organizations that provide accurate information about the dog’s health and behavior and how they get along with other dogs. Some rescue organizations will let you foster a dog as a test run to see how they get along with other animals in your family.

If you do decide to adopt another dog for your family, please remember adopting a dog is a long-term commitment that can last for many years. Be prepared for the responsibility