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I know many of you lovely TPFers are dog lovers and owners! I'm thinking of making a huge decision in getting a puppy myself..but to me it's a big deal. Please help!
First of all, I've had a puppy with my ex before. However, he kept it the majority of the time, meaning the dog stays over at his place at night. I also never had to deal with cleaning him or anything like that. I did all the easy things like getting it food and toy, taking walks, etc. So I never "really" took care of it.
Second, I'm afraid that I might not be ready for one. Not that I'm not mature or responsible enough, but I might not give it enough attention as it requires. I honestly hate how so many people get dogs just to be cool (referring to some of my friends). I think it's a big deal because I want to make sure he/she's safe, healthy, and happy. It's like being a new mom you know.
Third, is it A LOT of work? I have this notion that it requires even more work than babies (yea crazy I know). I love children and I've been sort of a mom to my two neices even since they were born. But I can't shake this idea out that dogs are a lot more work than kids.
Oh and I forgot to mention that I'm getting either a labrador retriever or a golden retriever. As you know, they're HUGE! And that also means it's a lot of responsiblity.
Any suggestions would be highly appreciated! Dog owners..please contribute your 2 cents. I would love to hear some stories of you and your dog(s). Thanks a bunch in advice!
I know many of you lovely TPFers are dog lovers and owners! I'm thinking of making a huge decision in getting a puppy myself..but to me it's a big deal. Please help!
First of all, I've had a puppy with my ex before. However, he kept it the majority of the time, meaning the dog stays over at his place at night. I also never had to deal with cleaning him or anything like that. I did all the easy things like getting it food and toy, taking walks, etc. So I never "really" took care of it.
Second, I'm afraid that I might not be ready for one. Not that I'm not mature or responsible enough, but I might not give it enough attention as it requires. I honestly hate how so many people get dogs just to be cool (referring to some of my friends). I think it's a big deal because I want to make sure he/she's safe, healthy, and happy. It's like being a new mom you know.
Third, is it A LOT of work? I have this notion that it requires even more work than babies (yea crazy I know). I love children and I've been sort of a mom to my two neices even since they were born. But I can't shake this idea out that dogs are a lot more work than kids.
Oh and I forgot to mention that I'm getting either a labrador retriever or a golden retriever. As you know, they're HUGE! And that also means it's a lot of responsiblity.
Any suggestions would be highly appreciated! Dog owners..please contribute your 2 cents. I would love to hear some stories of you and your dog(s). Thanks a bunch in advice!