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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Trying to see how a dog would fit into our family (mom, dad, 2 teens).  Do dogs sleep a lot? Or play by themselves? There’s an adult home everyday except Wednesday when both adults are at work so maybe we need a dog sitter for that one day. Do you take your dog when you run errands or leave them to roam around the house for a few hours? [/quote]

Why are you getting a dog?   It really depends on the age of the dog and the breed.  Yes, they do sleep a lot but, dogs are expensive and they need food, training, exercise and mental stimulation.  Plus vet bills are very expensive!  Most dogs would rather stay at home than go to Target with you.   Did your 2 year old enjoy errands?  Probably not!

So, if you are just getting a dog because you want it to sleep all day than maybe get a plushie?  Dogs are living beings with needs of their own!  [/quote]

Op here. I will an empty nester soon and was hoping having a companion who would ease the transition. I’d love to go on walks and maybe hikes with a dog. But also want to make sure the dog would be ok at home for a few hours when I’m at dinner or the gym. [/quote]

Totally ok! [b]Never understand when people say having a dog is like having a baby.[/b] No, not at all. Even during the puppy stage, which is challenging, you can put them in the crate as needed.[/quote]

Well then you lack imagination.  Taking care of a puppy is taking care of another living being.  [/quote]

I don't lack imagination. A puppy is just much easier than a baby, much. I have owned five puppies in my life time and had four babies. They don't compare. And to the person who said a crib is like a crate... you can't put a baby in a crib while you run errands (like the OP asked).[/quote]

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