Should I get another dog to keep my dog company?

Is he a dog-dog or a person dog?

I mean, if he were to meet a person and their dog on the street, would he be more interested in the person or the dog? Most dogs would be more interested in the dog, but I know my rat terrier is more interested in the people.

If he's a people-dog, it'd be easier to hire a dog walker.

If he's a dog-dog, then go for it. (And actually if he's a people-dog it's still not a bad idea, but it might not satisfy his loneliness the way it would if he's a dog-dog).

If you decide to get a dog, please adopt, not shop! And I recommend a spayed female because he's more likely to like her, instead of feeling threatened. (And if he's not neutered then there's no chance of unexpected litters...)

Oh! And I'd wait a few weeks. If he's upset about the move, he might blame a new dog. Instead, let him get used to the new house first, and then the new dog (or if you're not moving for several weeks, the new dog and then the new house maybe). Just don't do them at the same time because it would probably be overwhelming.

Can you afford all your current dog's needs? Do you know if you will be able to afford a second dog's needs as well? What is your husband's view on this? Will you be able to handle (yet) another dog (care, walking, training, etc)?

If having the dog is not the problem, then it's obviously the decision alone. If you are able to take on another dog, then go for it!

I would highly suggest allowing your current dog to adjust to its new home and surroundings before bringing another dog into your family. Two big changes may be too much of a shock for the dog and could possibly cause problems. Maybe wait a few weeks or even a couple of months.

If you are unfamiliar with how to properly introduce dogs - take both your current dog and your second dog onto neutral grounds for an introduction. If it is an adult dog, I suggest a few introductions before bringing the dog home - but if it is a puppy, it may be a lot easier for everyone. Overall, if your current dog does well with other dogs, it shouldn't at all be a problem. (Just trying to be helpful)

Good luck with your decision.

Really if you get a new dog as a companion for him it's a good idea but introduce them slowly.

I just introduced another dog into my home and I crate them when I'm not here because they still bicker when we're around every now and then and I don't trust the new one yet to have free run yet his previous owner gave him up because of destructive tendencies. (The only bad thing he did here was knock over the kitchen trash can which he only did once)

Anyway the bigger the pack is the more fun it is to be in the pack for the dog so I would definitely recommend getting another dog.

But it's wholly your decision :)

good luck

It is honestly up to you.

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