Still no luck finding a dog (or two)

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Further to my last post, we're still no closer in finding a dog which can be left alone during the day.

I am happy to take time off work for a week+ to ensure it/they get settled, but it's just finding the right dog!

Would two puppies work? From the same or different litters? Or one puppy and an older rescue dog?

Just want a forever companion - :(
 
Have you been to a rescue? If you're leaving them alone during the day then puppies might not be a good idea unless you can get someone to let them out a couple of times before you're back.

I've done it but wouldn't recommend two from the same litter unless you have the time to put in the individual training with them, or you end up with two dogs who listen to each other not you.

I have Jack Russells, they're happy on their own whilst OH and I are at work, I'm having a puppy next year but my mum will be on stand by :p
 
I wouldn't even try two puppies! You would be better off with two middle aged dogs, that have left their puppy wilyness behind and enjoy a nice snooze!

My two jacks stay at home during the day and they are very happy, so don't let people tell you it can't be done - however you do need to ease them in, so some time off to get them used to it is important.

However most dogs coming from rescue don't have 24/7 company from humans - they make me SO mad demanding it from their new owners!

You are telling me a dog in a 6x12 kennel is getting more 1-2-1 attention than a dog in a loving home??? BALLS!!

Hope you find what you are looking for, you are better going to your local pound and buying one thats on death row

xx
 
As previous posters, I don't think puppies is the way to go. I've always had 2 or 3 dogs (rescues) and find that an older established dog will teach a younger one the routine. I also think it unreasonable to expect people to be at home all and every day - who does that these days, and I personally don't think it does a dog any harm, more snoozing time:) As long as they get plenty of attention and food when you're at home of course. Maybe smaller rescue charities are more practical with their rehoming policies. Anyway don't be put off your search, their are lots of poor dogs looking for a loving home, and obviously with thought you are putting into this you would be perfect:) Good luck with your search.
 
Kitsmas_Pudding said:
I wouldn't even try two puppies! You would be better off with two middle aged dogs, that have left their puppy wilyness behind and enjoy a nice snooze!
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LOL! I should say! I have a 17 week old puppy at the mo, and even though I'm with her a most of the time she causes mayhem! Yesterday whilst I was in the shower she got to the post before me, and chewed up a cheque :o I hate to think what two of her left alone would get up to!!! :eek:
 
Agreed, even with my two jacks for company and two trips round the block a day, my gsd pup still managed to decimate two vases, one plant, two doorframes AND two dog beds. However, that was 100% my fault, for getting a puppy!!! Make your life easier, get an older doggy :D
 
The breed rescues I work with have no problems homing to people who work providing they make arrangements for the dog while they are at work.
This may mean a lunchtime walk or at least a few minutes in the garden for a wee.
It may mean a well built kennel & run for while at work or it may mean taking the dog to work.
Some dogs would be more amenable than others.
I have two bassets here at present. One would be ok, one wouldn't.

We had one basset returned within 24 hours because he chewed the kid's school shoes. When asked how come we were told they were next to the door as always. Asked "did they not read the notes that advised that anything chewable be put out of reach?" and we were berated for an adult dog chewing as "only puppies chew".

I would not recommend a puppy but an older dog instead.
 
Ditto the dog walker, I have 2 rescue staffs and I have a DW for the days I am not working from home so they are not left alone all day. Works for them and most rescues ask that the dog is not left alone for a period of more than (normally) 4 hours so a lunchtime DW would work.
 
I reckon 2 older dogs. Puppies are
very charming but I didn't leave mine for more than a couple of hours for the first month, except at night, obviously. They're ruddy hard work: I'm doing recall with mine this week and we finally have walking st heel, mostly! It's been hard work and I got t.hem knowing I had a month off work.
 
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