Update on Kirby/Woody...

[K9soul]

It had to do with working 12-14hr days and him being crated the entire time. There is no one available to take him out during the day, and doggie day care is not a financially feasible option.

I would personally advise you hold off on any dog, even an older one, if you regularly work such long hours and will continue to. Your kitties can keep each other company and use their litter boxes but a dog is more dependent on human companionship and interaction, and having to "hold it" for that long would be really hard on a dog of any age. If your work schedule becomes less lengthy perhaps an older dog would make a good fit. I'd personally prefer one of the medium or larger/laid back breeds or mixes for your situation. Of course puppies generally are never particularly laid back but often by 3 or 4 they have become more content to snooze away during the times you are gone.

[jennielynn1970]

I'm not rushing anything, believe me. Maybe next year? Maybe a few years? Right now, with the hours, it's just not manageable.