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05.29.08, 05:17 AM NY Schools
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Should we get a dog? [ Reply | Watch | Flag ]
NY Schools 05.29.08, 05:17 AM Flag
 

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how old are your kids? did you grow up with one? do you like picking up poop? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 05:17 AM Flag
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one dc is 10 - i didn't have a dog as a kid but always wanted one [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 05:19 AM Flag
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does dc want one? or do you? are you working? is this a substitue sibling? (don't be insulted, I see this *alot*) [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 05:20 AM Flag
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yes - i work [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 05:28 AM Flag
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^^oops not done yet - definately more a substitue baby for me than a substitute sib for dc - DC is way over that, but still would love to have a dog [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 05:29 AM Flag
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no, too much work [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 05:18 AM Flag
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do you have one? [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 05:19 AM Flag
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no but sil has 3 kids and 2 dogs and they live a crazy busy lifestyle; also, they never go away and we go away often for weekends, so I wouldn't want to deal with that [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 05:20 AM Flag
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no - they are alot of work and can be very $$. plus hair everywhere. Loss of freedom. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 05:20 AM Flag
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only if you can afford a dog walker and a cleaning lady to come in. otherwise, as lovely as they are it becomes a huuuuuge responsibility, esp if you already have kids. the potty training is more messy than with children, so try to get one who's already trained. that said, they're a lot of fun. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 05:22 AM Flag
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no- they are such a commitment and if you have to ask then you must have doubts. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 05:22 AM Flag
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General Topics 05.29.08, 05:28 AM Flag
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i had doubts and wouldn't trade my dog for all the tea in china.if you are willing to sacrifice the money, time, and hassel then do it. if you only want a dog sometimes (when it's fun), then don't. look at it like a kid - taking it back or giving it up cannot be an option. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:21 AM Flag
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^^unless you can take time of work to potty train or come home at lunch every day get an adult. petfinder.com. don't get more dog than you can realistically handle (smaller is better for most imo). [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:23 AM Flag
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NP and totally agree on adult dog but I prefer a big dog! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:03 PM Flag
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General Topics 05.29.08, 05:23 AM Flag
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if you get one try to adopt one that needs a home rather than ordering up one from a breeder....if you want a pure bred check rescue websites. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 05:24 AM Flag
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No if you have to ask. Dogs need a lot of attention, time and effort. I really wanted a dog until I got one and realised how hard it was! [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:29 AM Flag
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Yes! Your dog will be your best friend! Though if you've never had a dog before I would suggest getting an adult dog (2-3 years old) from the pound. You're doing a good thing, he (or she) will adore you for it, and you're teaching good values to your child. [ Reply | More
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General Topics 05.29.08, 06:01 PM Flag
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