I got Franklin (as a puppy) when I was 19 and then Maggie (as a 3 year old rescue) 6 months later. Four years later we are all still together and very happy. Don't let the negative commenters discourage you. Do older people have more life experience? Yes. Does that mean they know you and your lifestyle? No. Just because you are young does not mean you can't be a responsible dog owner. There are many younger dog owners on this forum that do wonderful jobs.
Now.. I WILL say, not everyone realizes how much work a puppy can be. I've had countless sleepless nights. I spent over $2000 on vet bills the first year of Franklin's life. I've cleaned up more poop/pee/vomit in the past four years than I thought was imaginable. I had to go to the dog park or take Franklin on a walk every single day for the first 8 months of his life so I could have an hour or two of relaxation. I had to replace 3 laptop cords and pay to fix my friend's leather couch. I've never gotten a security deposit back.
Are my dogs well adjusted, well trained, relaxed dogs now that I can leave unattended at home every day? Yes...NOW. But I won't lie and say it was easy getting there. |