I know it is really but just thought I'd see what others think.
FIL died last week. MIL lives in a big bungalow with a huge amount of land. She lives 250 miles away from us and DH is currently with her. He's taken our two dogs who are providing MIL with some distraction from her sadness. She loves dogs - used to have springers but their last dog died a couple of years ago.
The thought of leaving MIL alone is horrible and I'm 99% certain she won't move.
A dog companion would be wonderful for her but she wouldn't be able to take it for long walks. As I said the garden is huge, on various levels and full of interest for dogs (so our two tell us ).
I'm wondering if there are any breeds which don't require much exercise. Obviously would need to be an older dog too. And we would be willing to take it on should MIL's circumstances change.
Grateful for any advice or suggestions.
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Is a dog for an 84 year old out of the question?
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stonecircle · 16/06/2016 11:57
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