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not impossible, but definitely not ideal for a lot of dogs wolfsister Send a noteboard - 08/07/2012 12:04:31 AM
I mean, it is probably better than sitting in a shelter somewhere, but a lot of dogs (even adult dogs) need to be confined to some extent for that amount of time and they will need entertainment. But then again, one of my dogs (bred for hunting, mind you) that recently passed was perfect inside for somewhat extended periods. It depends on the breed(s) and (perhaps more importantly) how the dog was brought up.

1. Definitely an adult dog. I totally agree with temeraire: 4 or older is a MUST.

2. Consider whether you are willing to put time and money into providing your dog with entertainment while you're gone (toys, treats, toys with treats, dog walker, dog sitter, etc.) If you aren't willing to do this DO NOT GET A DOG.

3. When choosing a dog to adopt, consider age and breed, as well as temperament.

4. Look into your options for in-house dog care BEFORE you commit to any dog.

Good luck!
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Advice and help needed - adopting a dog chandra - 07/07/2012 01:55:00 AM 2455 Views
I can't answer your area specific questions, but as to getting a dog I'd start with something Chas - 07/07/2012 02:28:04 AM 917 Views
Well, I don't want to discourage you but... Isaac - 07/07/2012 02:38:39 AM 1085 Views
for the record, I am the Celia he speaks of. LadyLorraine - 08/07/2012 07:15:58 AM 1099 Views
It can be done; whether it is advisable is another matter. Joel - 07/07/2012 06:10:30 AM 950 Views
Some possible problems. Tim - 07/07/2012 10:42:59 AM 1027 Views
Me being away from home from 9 to 6 is the main reason we aren't getting one at this point ironclad - 07/07/2012 11:36:36 AM 967 Views
did you know there are doggie daycares in 'schland? there totally are... temeraire - 07/07/2012 06:10:10 PM 917 Views
Sounds like you probably shouldn't get a dog for now. Stephen - 07/07/2012 12:04:52 PM 944 Views
I feel your pain. Aeryn - 07/07/2012 04:53:44 PM 1170 Views
i'm a dog professional in CA. i'm going to write you a very long thing here. temeraire - 07/07/2012 05:57:37 PM 1009 Views
by the way, i assumed you meant bench and not field lab, do not even think about a field lab. temeraire - 07/07/2012 07:40:34 PM 887 Views
I second the comment about the field labs! I love them, but they need to be well...in the field!! LadyLorraine - 08/07/2012 07:31:08 AM 1377 Views
not impossible, but definitely not ideal for a lot of dogs wolfsister - 08/07/2012 12:04:31 AM 951 Views
Okay, I'll also give you a longer reply here. LadyLorraine - 08/07/2012 07:14:06 AM 1310 Views
I think I need more time to decide chandra - 09/07/2012 09:02:19 AM 1085 Views
Fostering is the same idea as it is for humans LadyLorraine - 09/07/2012 09:41:55 AM 1228 Views
take your time... it's not a small thing! temeraire - 10/07/2012 05:47:59 PM 859 Views
My roomates and I fostered 9 different dogs in 2005 for the Atlanta Humane Society aerocontrols - 10/07/2012 10:51:41 PM 904 Views
To be honest nossy - 09/07/2012 01:42:59 PM 923 Views
Thanks everybody. I decided not to adopt now. chandra - 12/07/2012 06:23:43 AM 1142 Views
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