Is it viable to have a puppy?

[Zofloramummy]

My dd is 8 and desperate to have a dog. She would like a small dog so French bulldog, pug, miniature dachshund size.

I work school hours 5 minutes from home. I come home every lunchtime already. It would mean pup would be alone from 8.45-12.45 and from 1.20 until 3.30. We live over the road from a park, dont holiday abroad, and aren’t out very much in the evenings.

I grew up with a dog and I do think it’s good for children to have the opportunity to experience that. But I’m concerned about the time I’m in work. I could look into a puppy walker a few days a week but couldn’t afford it every day.

What’s the general feeling on here?

[Zofloramummy]

Actually that’s a nice idea! Thanks

[fleshmarketclose]

House rabbit? we had a fantastic house rabbit before the dog he was brilliant and such a character. Easy to litter train, love to be stroked and fussed over and you can teach them tricks.