We're seriously thinking about getting a dog but I would like any expert dog owners opinions.
It seems that a retired greyhound would be a good fit for us but I haven't done a huge amount of research as yet.
We've not had a dog before but I've looked after other people's over the years.
DS is 5 and at school. He's nervous around dogs but I think it would be good for him. He's not a loud or boisterous child.
I work at home and could have a dog bed in my work room. I have the time to spend with the dog while working and wouldn't need to leave it much (10 minute school run twice a day)
We have room for a crate in the kitchen with a bed in.
Our garden isn't massive but is enclosed and has grass and paved areas.
We have fields behind the house that aren't enclosed. A 10 minute walk away there is an enclosed dog field.
For holidays and long days out, we'd leave the dog with my parents. I also have a neighbour with a key who would let it in the garden in an emergency.
We will probably wait til school holidays to get one so we can focus on it more
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maybegreyhound · 20/02/2020 11:46
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