<p>Please don’t get a puppy. You have said that you have classes from 8-12. So for approximately 5 hours every morning (you need to allow time for coming and going) the dog already will be left alone. Then you said you have a job. Can you take the dog with you to your job? </p>
<p>We adopted a 6 1/2 year old lab, and even an adult dog needs a ton of attention and exercise. I walk him 4-5 miles a day, and stop because I run out of time and energy–he could keep going. I’ve only had him for 4 months, and already spent close to $1000 on him- vaccines, ear infections exam and meds, staph infection exam and meds, blood tests for hypothyroidism, meds for hypothyroidism, microchipping, etc. That’s only three months, and doesn’t include food, treats, toys, etc.
I’m a full time homemaker, and I wouldn’t get a dog if both H and I worked , unless I could afford doggie day care. A dog is a pack animal that needs to be with his people. A dog stuck in a crate for 5-8 hours a day isn’t going to be a happy or well adjusted animal. My daughter’s best friend is a first year med student, and the above poster is correct when she said the hours are 9-5, five days a week.</p>
<p>You really aren’t in a position to be a good dog parent. I hope you reconsider. :(</p>