I just got a5 month old yorkie. My kids are helping with potty training while I'm at work. In September, Lucy will be alone from 9 am until about 5 pm. We'll keep her in our kitchen with water and the tv.
My kids are home for the summer. I'm already having them leave her alone for bits of time so that she adjusts to it. A puppy just needs to be secure that her human will return and she'll be fine.
When we leave her, she barks a little bit - but stops quickly. When we return, she's happy as ever. I think a puppy can adjust to a normal work schedule.
ALSO some breeders have suggested to me that females tend to be more independent and males get very attached to their humans. Maybe you should consider a female pup????
Good luck. Tracey |