dilemmax Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 I have been researching this breed for at least 2 years. Previously I have owned two rescued dogs but now that I getting my own place, I would like to get another dog for myself since my parents has decided they cannot part with my two dogs. I don't know if I should get a puppy or "rescue" one from Gumtree. There's a few there that are free to a good home. If I get a puppy, I want to get a show quality so I can show them. I work 8-4 Monday to Friday. I live in a two person household. What do you think I should do? Do you think I am suitable for this breed? Can someone recommend me a reputable breeder as I live in Perth? P.S. Can this breed live with small dogs?? I'm planning to have my dogs stay over at my house every weekend Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dju Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 8-4?? Yikes! Correct me if I'm wrong DOLers as I've never had a dog before, let alone a puppy, but don't they usually require a LOT of attention during the first few months after you get them? I hope the second person in your household doesn't work (as much), so they can take care of the pup while you're away! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anna Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 It must be a great luxury to be able to just be at home all the time for the first few months of your pup's life, Dju! I know I wouldn't be able to afford to care for my animals if I wasn't working full time. Luckily for us, OH's (full time) working hours have a good cross-over with mine (he leaves earlier than me and gets home earlier), but I'm sure that for a lot of people it's unrealistic to be at home all the time. How do they then have the money to provide appropriate and adequate care? dilemmax, they are such a gorgeous breed I would be inclined to look for a pup or an older dog via a registered breeder, unless one of the free to good home dogs has all of the breeder info, papers, etc. and you can get a really thorough overview of the dog's background whilst it's been living with the current owner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crisovar Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 8-4?? Yikes! Correct me if I'm wrong DOLers as I've never had a dog before, let alone a puppy, but don't they usually require a LOT of attention during the first few months after you get them? I hope the second person in your household doesn't work (as much), so they can take care of the pup while you're away! Of course puppies require a lot of attention, but if you think that you have to be at home 24/7 to raise a pup you are dead wrong. It is quite possible to work and raise a pup, and do it properly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crisovar Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 I have been researching this breed for at least 2 years. Previously I have owned two rescued dogs but now that I getting my own place, I would like to get another dog for myself since my parents has decided they cannot part with my two dogs.I don't know if I should get a puppy or "rescue" one from Gumtree. There's a few there that are free to a good home. If I get a puppy, I want to get a show quality so I can show them. I work 8-4 Monday to Friday. I live in a two person household. What do you think I should do? Do you think I am suitable for this breed? Can someone recommend me a reputable breeder as I live in Perth? P.S. Can this breed live with small dogs?? I'm planning to have my dogs stay over at my house every weekend If you think you can handle the grooming requirements and keep up with training and activity that a smart active breed needs, then there is no reason why a Jap Spitz wouldn't be suitable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odin-Genie Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 8-4?? Yikes! Correct me if I'm wrong DOLers as I've never had a dog before, let alone a puppy, but don't they usually require a LOT of attention during the first few months after you get them? I hope the second person in your household doesn't work (as much), so they can take care of the pup while you're away! Of course puppies require a lot of attention, but if you think that you have to be at home 24/7 to raise a pup you are dead wrong. It is quite possible to work and raise a pup, and do it properly. Agree. Both I and my OH work full time. I took a week off work each time I got my puppies to settle them, but otherwise they were on their own in a secure area inside the house. I had no issues. However, i do think it is important to take some time off to settle a puppy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poodlefan Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 (edited) There's a few there that are free to a good home. I'd be asking why. This is a breed with a voice and its not afraid to use it. Chronic barking is possible. Good on you for doing your homework on breed. I recommend you do as much on the breeder you choose. The right breeder will carefully select a show prospect for you and mentor you as you learn you way in the ring. I have raised every one of my pups working full time. I made arrangements to go home at lunchtime for some and had friends care for the latest pup when he still required three feeds a day. Given how socially well adjusted Howie is, I'll go the "doggy day care" route for future pups too. Edited October 20, 2010 by poodlefan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Persian Spitz Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 We adopted a Japanese Spitz last year as our first pup. We both work full time (7am-5pm) and had no major problems looking after him, except for the usual issues with raising a pup. But be sure to take a couple or few days off work to get them settled in. Ours was quite vocal the first few weeks but settled down after that. He does get along with other dogs and they're quite a playful breed that never seem to run out of energy. The two major reasons we were drawn to the breed is that they're very intelligent and their Samoyed-smile makes you want to cuddle them. If you can handle a breed that will rocket around the house/backyard; if you have time for their grooming needs (a lot of brushing required for their long hair) and if you have enough time to spend with them – this breed might be for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gretel Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 I think you need to come over to the Spitz breed thread There are a few in there. Please just remember when you are buying/acquiring a pup/dog that if you are dealing with a less than reputable breeder you are encouraging them to keep breeding...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
megan_ Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 I work a lot longer than 8 - 4 and have raised two happily adjusted dogs (one from puppyhood). Dogs need to learn to be idependant, dogs that are around you 24/7 don't learn that important life skill. I hired a dog walker so that my pup could get some daytime attention, no big drama. If youa re workiong 8 - 4, then going out most nights, then it would be an issue. If you get home from work, walk the pup, play with it, do a bit of trick training etc then it will be just fine. Dogs aren't babies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esky the husky Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 I think you need to come over to the Spitz breed thread There are a few in there. Please just remember when you are buying/acquiring a pup/dog that if you are dealing with a less than reputable breeder you are encouraging them to keep breeding...... I second this Come in and join us in the Spitz thread. A couple who own Jap Spitz, they could help point you in the right direction. BTW don't be afraid to look at breeders outside your state. Many breeders will fly your pup over to you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dilemmax Posted October 20, 2010 Author Share Posted October 20, 2010 It must be a great luxury to be able to just be at home all the time for the first few months of your pup's life, Dju! I know I wouldn't be able to afford to care for my animals if I wasn't working full time. Luckily for us, OH's (full time) working hours have a good cross-over with mine (he leaves earlier than me and gets home earlier), but I'm sure that for a lot of people it's unrealistic to be at home all the time. How do they then have the money to provide appropriate and adequate care?dilemmax, they are such a gorgeous breed I would be inclined to look for a pup or an older dog via a registered breeder, unless one of the free to good home dogs has all of the breeder info, papers, etc. and you can get a really thorough overview of the dog's background whilst it's been living with the current owner. If I do rescue one from Gumtree, I'm happy to keep it as a pet. This one I am interested in is 2 yrs old, desexed and comes with papers (I think). The reason why the owner is selling the dog is because he is an international student and weren't able to obtained permanent residency here and going back home just before Christmas. Apparently, same story as the previous owner. The owner quoted that he wants a forever home for his dog. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dilemmax Posted October 20, 2010 Author Share Posted October 20, 2010 (edited) I'm an introvert and don't socialise much after work or weekends so I can devote all my time to my dogs My best friend and her husband both work fulltime and then recently acquired a puppy. They didn't take time off work to look after the puppy and raised the most well trained and adjusted dog. It's toilet and house trained. You can still be a good dog owner and work full time. All you need to do is be willing to continuously train your dog. Well that's my thinking anyway! Edited October 21, 2010 by dilemmax Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whiskedaway Posted October 20, 2010 Share Posted October 20, 2010 You will find that there are a lot of us who own dogs (and have raised puppies) who work fulltime or close to fulltime. I took a week off with Akira when we first got her and because at that stage I worked weekends, my OH and I were able to juggle it so that she was only left alone 2-3 days a week. She's now alone 4 days a week and is absolutely fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
W Sibs Posted October 21, 2010 Share Posted October 21, 2010 (edited) Awesome breed! When we got Emmy home... I took Monday - Wednesday off and the boyfriend took Thursday and Friday off to spend time with our little girl (and supervise her with our first pup). Can you go to a Dog Shows to talk to breeders and meet with some Japanese Spitz? Like all dogs, Jap Spitz will get along with other dogs and people if they are socialised properly at a young age. I don't see a problem with your future pup getting along with your older dogs. How are your old dogs around puppies? As for grooming, I find Emmy very easy to groom compare to my Cavalier x. They can be vocal (and dramatic) about things... so it's very important to keep them busy. Edited October 21, 2010 by CW EW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dju Posted October 21, 2010 Share Posted October 21, 2010 Well that's a relief, I was wondering whether to start backing away from my job. But all the same, doesn't not being around for so long make it horrendously difficult to toilet train properly (and quickly) if you keep letting the dog have accidents in the house? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dilemmax Posted October 21, 2010 Author Share Posted October 21, 2010 Awesome breed! I don't see a problem with your future pup getting along with your older dogs. How are your old dogs around puppies? My old dogs can get a bit yappy when they are surrounded by other dogs but they have never been exposed to puppies. They don't have problem with larger dogs but with smaller or same size dogs, they get too excited but will settle down. They love playing with my friend's Akita. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dilemmax Posted October 21, 2010 Author Share Posted October 21, 2010 Well that's a relief, I was wondering whether to start backing away from my job. But all the same, doesn't not being around for so long make it horrendously difficult to toilet train properly (and quickly) if you keep letting the dog have accidents in the house? Personally, if I am getting a puppy, I will definitely stay at home for 1-2 weeks. Just to make the whole transition easier for the puppy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dju Posted October 21, 2010 Share Posted October 21, 2010 Well that's a relief, I was wondering whether to start backing away from my job. ;) But all the same, doesn't not being around for so long make it horrendously difficult to toilet train properly (and quickly) if you keep letting the dog have accidents in the house? Personally, if I am getting a puppy, I will definitely stay at home for 1-2 weeks. Just to make the whole transition easier for the puppy. Ah well that's good, more bonding time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Esky the husky Posted October 21, 2010 Share Posted October 21, 2010 Well that's a relief, I was wondering whether to start backing away from my job. But all the same, doesn't not being around for so long make it horrendously difficult to toilet train properly (and quickly) if you keep letting the dog have accidents in the house? Have a read of Ian Dunbars book After you get your puppy. It's a free E book It details a 'long term confinement area' which is for this sort of scenario. Basically its an area fenced off in the house, it's bigger than a crate. There is a place for the dog to sleep, room to stand up and move around, a water bowl, some toys and at the opposite side of the pen an indoor toilet, or pee matt for the puppy to go on. Link to it ;) http://www.dogstardaily.com/files/AFTER%20...our%20Puppy.pdf Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now