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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I think it sucks to use the label ‘quarantine dog adopters’. Implies that anyone who adopts during this time is somehow irresponsible or a lousy pet owner.[/quote]

I agree, although I call my dog a covid dog :). He’s very loved.[/quote]

+1, I call ours a pandemic puppy.  We are 3 1/2 months in and adore him.  It is simply an unusual time where people have time and a need for companionship.  It has been wonderful for our family and we likely would not have a dog absent these circumstances. [/quote]

That’s great! When life returns to something close to normal, you will make arrangements to care for him (midday dog walker, etc.), right? I think people like OP are concerned that owners will just no longer want the dog.[/quote]

Covid dog owner here - yes, of course we thought through the financial implications of owning a dog.  We fortunately can afford it.
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There is a lot more than the 'financial implications' to consider and 'affording it'.  Will the pup will go from having everyone at home full time to being alone most of the day?  Paying for a midday dog walker will not provide the same level of stimulation as having the family around playing and cuddling all day.  Depedning on the dog there is the possibility of acting out, destructive behavior, even personality changes if that change is not handled well. Consider how these 'Covid dogs' are being conditioned - yes, you have time now to spend training your dog or puppy, but you're also training him to expect you around 24/7.  You also need to consider the LACK of time you'll have to spend with your new family member in the next year or two when everyone goes back to their regularly scheduled activities.  [/quote]

PP, what do you think should happen to 'covid dogs' that need homes during this time? Remain at the shelter or worse?[/quote]

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