Getting another dog Thoughts please

[Finlib]

We have always had 2 dogs .Currently one Irish setter and one Irish red and white setter .The Irish red is 10 and a half the red and white 10
The are social get on with other dogs love people neither have any hang ups and get on really well with each other
The ref and white was diagnosed with cardiac heart failure in February.He is now settled on a concoction of medication and enjoying a good life If you look up his concoction of drugs the statistics show them as highly effective .
They forecast a life expectancy of up to 3 years though could be less as some only do 1 year so a bit how long is a piece of string!!
The question is the breeder of my Irish red setter has puppies due 30/8 it will be related to the current Red.
Would it be wise to get a puppy (would be available end October as otherdogs love playing and running around and a new puppy would cause great excitement (in a good way.
Would this stress be ok for a dog with CHF if we meet up with other dogs it's only for a short time this would be all the timeI don't want to put added strain on him at his age.
We are retired and live on a large small holding so not problems with exercise and training.
Don't want to cause him stress in his senior years.
People's thoughts?

 

[Pearlsacarolsinger]

I would discuss this with your vet but I would err on the side of getting the pup, so that the other dog won't be left on its own when the CHF one goes. I would crate train the pup so that the older ones don't have to be 'on duty' all the time. Being me, I might even be tempted to get 2 pups

 

[Moobli]

I think your situation sounds perfect for another pup.

 

[Finlib]

Have had a chat to the breeder and she has provisionally reserved me a male puppy.
I have to pick up medication on Thursday so will chat to the vet about introducing a puppy to the CHF boy also it gives me a couple of days to think about it then I can confirm the booking
Also no silly inflated lock down prices and a reputable breeder who does all the health checks .
The Irish Red that I had from her 10 and a half years ago is a happy health loving boy with no hang ups and health problems!!

 

[Aperchristmas]

As a setter fan, get the puppy! I'm sure you can work out something practical in your home that will give the older ones a break should they need it.

 

[splashgirl45]

love red setters, cant wait for pics....

 

[Finlib]

We have lots of indoor space and all my dogs are crate trained we can have a crate In the lounge so we can all be together in the evening and one in the dining room for night time.
I am sure we can work it
Looking forward to it .It's 10 years since we had a puppy!
Just got to sort out a name.