The holidays are coming to an end, and for some newly adopted pets, that also means returning to the shelter.

Maricopa County Animal Care and Control said they had already received 30 returns last week.

“When a dog arrives at a shelter, you can imagine it’s pretty chaotic, but it’s confusing enough and only one or two dogs are sent back to their new homes afterward,” said Kim Powell, spokeswoman for Maricopa County Animal Care. In a few days.” And control.

The shelter said the 30 repatriations represent about 10% of the 280 adoptions in the past 10 days. According to MCACC, the 10% return rate is about the average over a 10-day period.

One of the biggest reasons for returns is that your current pet doesn’t get along with your new pet. But lifestyle mismatch is another issue.

“Ultimately, owning a dog changes your personality and lifestyle. You have to adjust your routine to match your dog’s routine, which I think can be very difficult for humans.” Powell said.

Other issues involve pet behavior, allergies, or medical reasons.

The shelter currently has about 700 dogs, just over capacity.

Puppies are adopted immediately, but approximately 8% of dogs are returned throughout the year.

“If you’re bringing a puppy home, that’s a special reason to give them plenty of patience. They’re going to need training, they’re going to need time and stimulation,” Powell said. .

The shelter says people should carefully consider their own circumstances before adopting a child.

And remember. It takes 3 days for your new dog to feel stress-free, 3 weeks for your dog to learn your habits, and 3 months for your dog to start feeling at home.

“This is a lifelong commitment, so make sure you’re fully prepared and committed to it. Make sure your finances are okay, and if you’re renting, make sure your landlord is OK with it.” ” Powell said.