Might be a new Chow Owner
Posted: Mon Oct 10, 2016 4:32 am
Hello All,
I have an opportunity to get a Chow Chow puppy from a good breeder. I am new to owning a dog in general. Although I have done TONS of research and think I can handle the socialization with all the training classes available in my area (not to mention my best friend's family adopted the brother of the one I want to get), I am still a bit on the fence due to me work schedule. In my research, I have found the Chow to be the best fit for me given my schedule. I work 9 hours a day + travel time of up to an hour each way. My question is, once the Chow is old enough with full range of the house will he be ok home alone that long? Will a doggy door into a fenced yard be needed for this as well
? With that, my friend that adopted the brother of the one I want said they will come over while the dog is a puppy and let him out and the brothers can play a bit while I am at work. I will also be going to puppy training classes once or twice a week and be home most weekends. I have wanted a dog my whole life and I am getting to the now or never stage. Info, opinions, and constructive criticism. is welcome and appreciated!!
Thanks in Advance!!
I have an opportunity to get a Chow Chow puppy from a good breeder. I am new to owning a dog in general. Although I have done TONS of research and think I can handle the socialization with all the training classes available in my area (not to mention my best friend's family adopted the brother of the one I want to get), I am still a bit on the fence due to me work schedule. In my research, I have found the Chow to be the best fit for me given my schedule. I work 9 hours a day + travel time of up to an hour each way. My question is, once the Chow is old enough with full range of the house will he be ok home alone that long? Will a doggy door into a fenced yard be needed for this as well
? With that, my friend that adopted the brother of the one I want said they will come over while the dog is a puppy and let him out and the brothers can play a bit while I am at work. I will also be going to puppy training classes once or twice a week and be home most weekends. I have wanted a dog my whole life and I am getting to the now or never stage. Info, opinions, and constructive criticism. is welcome and appreciated!!
Thanks in Advance!!