Me & the dcs (9 & 11) are working on dh to persuade him of the good sense of taking on a miniature schnauzer puppy.
For context: I work at home (SE), so will be around in the day, and we are close to parks & river walks, although only have a little back garden (fully paved). Miniature schnauzer is the dog we all agree on, and everything I know (I have two friends with them) suggest they would be a good fit for us.
But I'm getting cold feet about the commitment, and in particular picking up poo! I know it ought to be a little thing, but I keep coming back to it. Seasoned dog owners - is it like baby poo - where other baby's poos are repulsive, but your own baby's are completely fine (or is that just me...?).
I've got a breeder recommendation, and am prepared to wait/not rush into things - anything else anyone would recommend we think about before we start thinking seriously about making the leap? And any recommendations on the best time of year, if there's a choice? I'm thinking summer (probably next summer now) to make training and getting outside easier, but am open to other suggestions.
TIA