Prediction About Maria's Future Actions

Maria has always loved animals and has been volunteering at the local animal shelter for the past year. During her time there, she has taken care of dogs and cats, helping to feed them and clean their areas. Recently, Maria has been thinking about adopting a pet of her own. She considers adopting a dog because she enjoys taking them for walks and playing with them. However, she is also aware that caring for a dog requires a lot of time and responsibility.

Based on Maria's experiences at the shelter and her recent thoughts about pet adoption, which of the following predictions can be made about her action in the near future?