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Can I adopt a dog with a small home, budget, long hours, and hot climate?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My situation is-I live in 1BHK rented house. The dog cannot be much barking as per landlord. I'm a first time dog owner. I'm a student, so I'll be raising the dog on my money. Average temp in our area is 35°C. Vet is outside our city, so frequent visits are not possible. I want the dog to be cuddly (plz). The dog will be left alone for 8 hours daily, for 5 days a week. But rest time,I'll play with him lot.Plzzz help me Sir/Mam. And yeah one thing, I promise I'll adopt a dog, just like my parents

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on June 3rd, 2017

These are very long days to expect a dog to be left alone, especially in such a hot climate and you should think very carefully before adopting any dog (puppy or adult) on a tight budget with limited access to veterinary facilities - it is important to always expect the unexpected. It may be worth contacting local shelters to see if they need volunteer help when you are not in college or if they have dogs which need fostering (ensure that they would then be providing back up for veterinary fees and other expenses if required)

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