This is a question that I get asked almost every day. Most of us want a dog we can take everywhere. The answer is not a simple one. First we need to take the time to pick the right dog for us and our family. Research, ask questions of professionals, and perhaps foster the dog first. Most rescues will allow this.
If we already have pets and we would like them to get along them give them a chance to be part of the picking process. In a neutral area. Not your pets home grounds.
Love is a very strong emotion but it does not guarantee that an animal will be the right one for us. A pet is a long term commitment, to be a happy dog or cat etc....... their needs must be met. Mental as well as physical.
Many people will tell me that their dog has a big yard where they spend most of their days in and out. Rarely a walk or consistent mental simulation. I point out that no matter how great our home is and how much we love it to stay in the house day in and out would drive most of us mad or neurotic. Dogs are very forgiving but does that mean that we don't need to make an effort to make sure that their lives are what they would like it to be.................
