The apartment is about 1,000 sq ft. I will be living about 5 minutes away from work. I work about 40-42 hours a week. I've always had company of dogs while living at home (I have 12 year old and 3 year old labs). These apartments are dog friendly. Should I get a dog? (most likely another lab puppy) for company or is it just a flat out bad idea? I generally feel sad/lonely without one of my dogs, and Im not a cat person at all. Please advise. Thank you!
2007-02-05 11:33:35 · 19 answers · asked by Mandy 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Room-mate issue aside, I don't think living in an apartment is a problem. Some people don't walk their dog just because they have a yard. So those dogs never get to go anywhere. And on the rare occasion they get a walk, they just go berserk. I think all dogs should be walked twice a day, for at least an hour each time regardless how big your yard is, because dogs want to sniff outside smell. Your dog would be happy with an exciting walk/play routine, even if he has to live in an apartment.
2007-02-05 12:08:40 · answer #1 · answered by averagebear 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'd stay away from labs, but there's no reason why you can't get a dog. Be sure to clear this with your roommate first, because if she doesn't like dogs or is allergic, it's going to create some problems.
If I were you, I'd get a smaller breed older puppy or adult dog. An older puppy or adult dog will be a lot easier to housebreak, and will be able to "hold it" for the 8 hours you are gone each day. Since you're only about 5 minutes from work, it woudn't be impossible for you to head home at lunch and take your dog for a potty break.
A smaller breed of dog (under 30 lbs) will be a lot happier in an apartment, than a larger breed of dog. If you are dead set about getting a large breed, such as a lab, be sure to take him on long walks at least once a day, because labs have a ton of energy that will turn into destructiveness if not exercised.
You might want to consider confining your dog to a crate or exercise pen when you aren't home. A lot of dogs get destructive when they are unattended, and the appropriate use of a crate of ex-pen has saved a lot of furniture! Your roommate will also be a lot happier if the dog is confined when you aren't home.
Hope this helps!
2007-02-05 12:12:21 · answer #2 · answered by rita_alabama 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No, because you will not be home during the day, will not have a yard or room for the dog, and your roommate may not appreciate it, and you will be responsible if the dog destroys anything of your roommate's.
If you do insist on getting a dog, it is really not enough room for a lab. Get a small, quiet dog like a yorkie.
2007-02-05 11:37:59 · answer #3 · answered by allyalexmch 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on two things, one your lifestyle. If you are going to be home then a dog is a good thing, also dogs love to be active and an apartment my stop that unless you plan on walking it. Secondly, if you are allowed to have a dog at your complex. If you can't well then obviously it isn't a good thing, but if you can make sure the dog has enough room.
2007-02-05 11:49:23 · answer #4 · answered by nancy v 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As you well know having a dog is a big responsibility, not only physically, but financially. Then you have to consider your roommate's position on having a dog. Maybe you need to revisit this idea when you and your roommate have settled in and established a routine.
2007-02-05 11:42:14 · answer #5 · answered by trusport 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wait a couple months until you see how things work out with you and your roommate. Don't make any decissions until you are sure this will work and then discuss it. If your roommate has any reservations at all it could spell trouble down the road.
2007-02-05 11:44:21 · answer #6 · answered by normy in garden city 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
since you aren't going to be home very much it is probably not a good idea. if you insist on getting one i would say get a very small breed dog because most large breed dogs need more space than an apartment area.
2007-02-05 11:56:56 · answer #7 · answered by c2343_2004 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-17 05:34:15 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
what does your roommate say? you don't want to put off your dog responsibility on your roommate first and foremost. if you are willing to do the majority of the cleaning and stuff like that then your roommate probably wouldn't mind.
2007-02-05 11:47:15 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to discuss this with your future roommate. If you don't agree, you will have a miserable life living with someone in an adversarial position.
2007-02-05 11:38:01 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋