Pug Help/Advice.
Discussion
Just over 12 months ago, my step son and his partner re-homed a stud Pug, Brian.
My partner and I had talked long and hard about having a dog and had agreed that, when we retire in 7-8 years time would be best, with both of us being 60.
However, since Brian has entered our lives, we are questioning these plans. He is such a character that we are constantly looking through the Pug ads and then discussing the logic behind waiting.
We are both teachers, so leave around 8am and don't return until between 4 and 5pm. Would it be fair to have a dog under those circumstances? Admitedly, when we were home the dog would'nt lack attention, but I can't help but worry about leaving one alone for such a large part of the day.
On the other hand, my partner feels it would be better to have one sooner rather than later, as the dog could grow old with us and we may end up regretting waiting 6 or 7 years.
If anyone has found themselves in the same position and would be prepared to share their experiences and/or give advise, I would be grateful for any positive comments. Thanks.
My partner and I had talked long and hard about having a dog and had agreed that, when we retire in 7-8 years time would be best, with both of us being 60.
However, since Brian has entered our lives, we are questioning these plans. He is such a character that we are constantly looking through the Pug ads and then discussing the logic behind waiting.
We are both teachers, so leave around 8am and don't return until between 4 and 5pm. Would it be fair to have a dog under those circumstances? Admitedly, when we were home the dog would'nt lack attention, but I can't help but worry about leaving one alone for such a large part of the day.
On the other hand, my partner feels it would be better to have one sooner rather than later, as the dog could grow old with us and we may end up regretting waiting 6 or 7 years.
If anyone has found themselves in the same position and would be prepared to share their experiences and/or give advise, I would be grateful for any positive comments. Thanks.
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