They are a lot of work and responsibility. Well, work to me isn't exactly the correct word. Work is something i have to do to make a living, or is tiresome at times. But taking care of a dog, a puppy, is to me, just pure love. Yes, just like children, some are easier then others. But in the end, they become part of the family, or they should. But, they do TIE YOU DOWN. That is for sure. So that is something to think about as well as both of you working. That's tough.
We adopted Skye 3 years or so ago, my daughters were 9 and 13. The first thing my 9 year old did, was go to her room and get her BF stuffed dog, and gave it to Skye, so she wouldn't be lonely and miss her sister (she had a sister that was up for adoption as well) as much. She still plays with it. And both of them have taken up their responsibilities of helping to take care of her.
To me, that is a very easy trade off for constant companionship and unconditional love. And I KNOW my dog wouldn't let ANYTHING happen to my girls.
We adopted Skye 3 years or so ago, my daughters were 9 and 13. The first thing my 9 year old did, was go to her room and get her BF stuffed dog, and gave it to Skye, so she wouldn't be lonely and miss her sister (she had a sister that was up for adoption as well) as much. She still plays with it. And both of them have taken up their responsibilities of helping to take care of her.
To me, that is a very easy trade off for constant companionship and unconditional love. And I KNOW my dog wouldn't let ANYTHING happen to my girls.
