My dog is mopey. Has been for last three weeks, since we got back from vacation, when he had two weeks staying with a friend & his two dogs. We're doing normal walks and playing in the yard, but I think he's missing doggie companionship. I know that getting a 10 yr old dog a younger companion can help keep him active an healthier for a longer life, plus gives me a running buddy when Petey's arthritis gets the better of him but...
Starting with a youngster is a big commitment for time and money.
Kids say they'll take care of and train, but we all know how that works.
I don't want a baby! 2 month old dogs are a ton of work, and you can't tell much about personality yet.
There's the info., now for the question:
Should we get a young, but not infant dog, like maybe the one in the photo below?
This is Annie, who is a 5-6 month old terrier mix. Her temperment is good. Playful, but not rough. Only barked once or twice during 15 minutes with kids, and that was while chasing up & down hall. She seems to get along well with Petey dog, and he was pretty good about having his ears tugged and leash wrestled. (Tail kept wagging and he didn't try to walk away from her like he does with itty bitty puppies.) She's spayed and microchipped already and up on shots, so just normal checkup would be required when we take Petey to the vet later this month.