Comments on: Advice On Raising A Puppy When You Work Full Time

By: John Carston

John Carston — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 23:20:00 +0000

I found it interesting when you said that it is important not to leave your pet alone to prevent stress. My cousin informed me last night that she intends to purchase a puppy for my nephew’s birthday next week and asked if I had any suggestions on what would be the greatest option. Thanks to this helpful article, I’ll be sure to advise her that it’s best if she visits a reputable puppy breeder who can answer all of her questions.

By: Lana

Lana — Thu, 03 Dec 2020 10:10:54 +0000

Thank you so much for this article! We’re planning to adopt a puppy, but not sure if he won’t be bored while we at work. Your article really helped us to think about it.

By: Carol

Carol — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 04:02:08 +0000

In reply to Emma.

I’ve had dogs all my life and my parents worked full time and we all went to school. Our dog growing up got plenty of attention, exercise and love. I, as an adult, have always had dogs and have always worked full time. Responsible dog owners can and do make it work! Brought an 11 week puppy home Friday – took 3 days off – so 5 full days then will come home at lunch. Leaving in playpen set up with some help from family during his puppy stage. Do not let this scare you into not getting a dig. Just have a plan. Love, play, exercise and give lots attention when you are home!!

By: Greta James

Greta James — Tue, 07 Apr 2020 15:56:12 +0000

Thank you for pointing out that dogs can become bored when left alone for long periods of time, which can lead to destructive behavior. About a week ago, my sister adopted this adorable pit bull. She is so sweet. However, my sister is going back to work, so she is not sure how to make sure the puppy gets enough socialization and activity. I wonder if my sister could look into doggie daycares that would meet all of her needs!

By: Levi Armstrong

Levi Armstrong — Wed, 12 Feb 2020 23:10:29 +0000

Thank you for the tip to arrange for someone to visit your dog when you’re working full-time. I’m thinking of getting a puppy as an addition to our family. I want to be sure, however, that we are up to the task of raising a puppy.

By: Gemma

Gemma — Tue, 29 Oct 2019 23:09:57 +0000

From what I can see, a lot of people commenting here should NOT own a dog.

Try holding in your pee for 9-10 hours a day, in a “crate” (i.e. cage/prison) or playpen or small room.

If you work full time you need someone to come in to see to the dog or daycare. You can make yourself feel better taking them on nice walks on weekends, but that dog is in pain 5 days a week because it does not want to defecate in it’s “cage”. Just go 1 day holding your pee in for 10 hours!

By: Irene

Irene — Fri, 23 Aug 2019 14:15:27 +0000

In reply to J.D.. I'm no expert, but I would suggest if you can financially afford basic obedience training from a facility like Petsmart... that would be a great start to understanding your dogs and give you an idea as what further training they will take to. They offer group training and individual training as well as literature to help you understand your dog's breed.

By: Sheila

Sheila — Mon, 11 Mar 2019 11:53:42 +0000

My family and had a Labrador MIX 19 years ago for 10 years. Southpaw was my dog from the beginning. His mother was having problems birthing him and I stepped in to help her. He was 3rd born and a runt but he was my baby. He died in 2001 from anal cancer. We live in California where you can’t live in an apartment with a large dog. Even though he was no bigger from the shoulder than 24 inchs to the floor. Southpaw was the best dog I ever had. His father was a chocolate Labrador would say very large and his mother was a Poodle- Cocker Spaniel- Mix a Standard Poodle and mother was Cocker Spaniel. I was in my late 30’s but now I’m 64 I don’t get around to well now. I wondering if the Labrador is the right dog for my husband and I. My husband get around very well. My problem is that I have oseothritis in both knees andI have sciatica in my back so it makes it hard to walk. But I do think my husband will help with our pet if we get or can afford one. My question is could you recommend a pet dog for us. Thank you for your help.

By: Tiffany

Tiffany — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 22:48:05 +0000

In reply to Madeline. 100% agree. People cannot buy a dog (especially a puppy) for their own entertainment and expect it to be perfect immediately. If your schedule means leaving the dog for that period of time, you should have done research and considered adopting an adult dog.

By: Tiffany

Tiffany — Wed, 20 Feb 2019 22:45:29 +0000

In reply to kelly. This must have ended in a disaster. I can only imagine all the behavioural issues the puppy has developed with no socialization or obedience training, and the surrendering afterwards :(