Is a dog right for me if I work long hours and my family is busy?

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I have an important question. So I have been dreaming of having a dog since several years, and i am finally ready to get one, there is just one problem. I leave at 7.00 am in the morning and come home between 3-4:30 pm and i cant leave the dog home alone all day. My family also doesn’t have any time so do you have any suggestions?

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Adult dogs can generally be crated 8-10 hours so this schedule could be fine provided the dog does not having anxiety issues....etc. Dogs do require A LOT of time. It's almost like having a child. They require at least an hour of exercise every day (especially when they are young). They require training and affection. They need to be fed on a schedule, let out on a schedule and you will need to have them examined periodically by the veterinarian. Having a dog is very rewarding but it sounds like now is maybe not the right time to have a dog if you family is very busy. I recommend to wait until the time is right. There are pets who can be equally rewarding but require less care than a dogs. Cats make great pets and are far less dependent on humans. Though they still require attention...etc. Many people are grossed out about rats but pet rats actually make very good pets. They love their humans (if you get them as babies) and can even be trained to do tricks. You need at least 2 and they will still want your attention. I hope this provides some guidance and please feel free to post any additional questions.

Is a dog right for me if I work long hours and my family is busy?

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