We are planning on possibly getting a dog within the next six months, though willing to accept advice.
I am nervous about dogs but would never, ever hurt one. Father (82, lives with us) wants a dog, DH wants a dog and ds (7) wants a dog though he is a bit tentative with my brother's dog atm. He is a gentle child and has always been careful with animals and I have always supervised.
I would be doing the majority of the walks.
We have a smallish yard in front with low walls, nothing behind. We are ten minutes away from a park with lots of dog walkers and less than five minutes away from a public field. The house is a tall, thin terrace with three flights of stairs and smallish rooms.
Should we get a dog, and if so, are there any animal charities that would accept us? I know how good it could be for ds but I am only willing to consider getting a dog if the dog would be okay.
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LisaMed · 12/05/2014 16:20
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