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Some advice from MF dog owners please
I have been considering for months whether to buy a puppy or not. How can I decide whether it's the right thing to do or not? How did you decide? Do you wish you hadn't? I know they are hard work and I worry about getting one and regretting it. I don't want to do that to a puppy. Tell me some bad stuff so I know what I'd be letting myself in for :)
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Permalink Reply by carol mcarthur on
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Why a puppy Capps 'cos then you'd have to house train it. Would you not consider rescuing an older dog? I have animals in my house and they are good company. You get unconditional love from them. You've been talking about this for a while so go for it. And they are not so messy and demanding as men!
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Puppies are a lot of hard work Capp, there's no denying that, but they're also a lot of fun and as Carol says, even on your very worst day, they still think you're the best thing since sliced bread, or in Poppy's case, cowpats :o)
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Permalink Reply by Countryheart on
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Deciding to get a puppy is a huge deal. A lot of work and much patience is needed, but only you know what you can handle. Breed of dog is important for a good decision that meets your needs and fits into your lifestyle and habits. Just about everyone loves a little puppy, and I, well I just love all animals. But if you are not prepared for the restraints they can put on your life, even as they grow to maturity, it's best not to get one in the first place. Taking long trips or vacations takes much planning and can be costly if your dog is not coming with you. Vet bills and licensing is a killer too. Having the time to train, walk, and play, living area, and home space must be looked at when selecting a breed as well. Shedding, teething, deworming, constipation...or the opposite, vomiting, chewing, scratching, bathing, clipping, tics and fleas, spaying/neutering are all matters your dog would depend on you to look after. They are very much like a new child that never get past the stage of toddler, until after years, they develop diseases, cancer, tumors, ear infestations, arthritis, diabetes, cataracts, tooth and gum diseases; until finally there will come a day when it is the kinder thing to do, and put an end to your best friends life, who after all those years, was by your side, annoying and delighting you daily. If you believe you can handle all this, then most definately, you are ready for that new little dependant life in your home. Good luck with your decision Capp.
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lol, sorry to pour it on so thick Capp, but I'd hate to see another puppy sent off to a shelter just cause they depend too much on an unprepared owner....too sad for me to deal with, and I'd rather straight shoot in these matters, than see a dog, or any other animal pay for my delicate touch. (For me, its the "putting down of my best friend" that would have discouraged me from the decision...I can handle everything else). lol.
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Tics and fleas are quite easy to sort Capps. There is stuff you can buy and you will only have one dog so much easier to keep it clean and healthy.
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Why is anybody talking about putting a young puppy down? They can live to 20 years old. They age just like people.
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I lost my rescue dog on Sunday, Sally, we were together for 15 years and in spite of the tears that I cried I wouldn't have missed a single minute. Go for it Capps you're thinking about it too much. You're talking yourself into it and out of it. Go with your heart. A puppy will adjust to your life and you to its. You obviously need to love something and if not a man then......... you've got your answer!
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I know you, well as well as anybody can on the net! I still have another dog and it's too soon yet to think what I will do but Ican just see you with a tub of ice-cream, a spoon your pj's on and a little friend cuddling into you. Go for it girl.
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Bunty is about 13. I rescued her when she was about 4, 9 years ago. I also have 8 cats whom I love to bits and who are all rescues. It depends on your commitment. I get very lonely during the week. George works away Monday to Friday and they are my 'babies'.
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Permalink Reply by Kayjay on
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You'd have to put up with your friend wanting to share your ice-cream Capp :o)
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Shh Kayjay, dogs don't like ice-cream!
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Just think there's some little soul out there who is lost and frightened and just wants a 'mummy'.
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