Hi All I"m hoping for some good advice from you experienced dog people. Myself and my partner are mad about dogs and dying to get one but apart from us both having them as children are inexperienced dog owners. We are talking about getting a dog or puppy next summer. Both of us work full time although I do 2 days a week from home and my partner is self employed in a role where he could bring a well trained dog with him to work a lot of the time. Other days we could use the services of family or paid dog walkers to ensure they are not left alone all day.
I have an 8 year old with ASD and I think a dog could be a wonderful companion for him but know he wouldn't react well to an overly hyperactive dog who barks a lot.
We also have a baby who will be nearly 2 next summer. Oh and we also have a cat!
From researching various breeds I love the sound of golden retrievers in terms of their temperament with children and other pets.
I would love a rescue dog ideally but lots of centers seem to stipulate most dogs to go to adult only homes or those with children over 6.
I will be taking a long summer break next year and will have at least 3 weeks at home to help bed in a new pet, go to puppy training etc
So my questions are - Am I mad to get a dog with a toddler? If not am I mad to get a puppy rather than an older dog? Does it sound like our home and family set up would work for dog ownership and if so any particular breeds you think would be happiest with us??
Thanks in advance for any experienced advice you can share with me!
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bella1426 · 11/12/2019 11:54
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