Hello everyone,
My name is Bill and I live in San Diego, CA. My family (wife + 13yo daughter and I) are considering getting a dog soon. We're attracted to the Havanese breed because 1) we have allergies 2) their size and disposition would be a good fit for us 3) they're so darn cute.
What I'm wondering is whether getting a new puppy right now is a good idea
Pros of right now:
I'm working from home during CV19 (probably at least for another month in CA) and will have more time to watch over and play with the dog at home
Cons:
Going on outdoor walks discouraged right now (we do have a backyard. 7000 sq ft lot or so
Socializing new puppy with other people and dogs obviously wouldn't be a good idea right now while we're all social distancing.
Getting supplies from pet store more difficult / bad for social distancing right now.
Going to vet more difficult / bad for social distancing right now.
So hello to everyone, and I'm wondering if anyone had any thoughts on the tradeoffs of getting a puppy now during the CV19 shutdown vs. waiting.
Thank you!
My name is Bill and I live in San Diego, CA. My family (wife + 13yo daughter and I) are considering getting a dog soon. We're attracted to the Havanese breed because 1) we have allergies 2) their size and disposition would be a good fit for us 3) they're so darn cute.
What I'm wondering is whether getting a new puppy right now is a good idea
Pros of right now:
I'm working from home during CV19 (probably at least for another month in CA) and will have more time to watch over and play with the dog at home
Cons:
Going on outdoor walks discouraged right now (we do have a backyard. 7000 sq ft lot or so
Socializing new puppy with other people and dogs obviously wouldn't be a good idea right now while we're all social distancing.
Getting supplies from pet store more difficult / bad for social distancing right now.
Going to vet more difficult / bad for social distancing right now.
So hello to everyone, and I'm wondering if anyone had any thoughts on the tradeoffs of getting a puppy now during the CV19 shutdown vs. waiting.
Thank you!