Hi there
I'm currently thinking of getting a lab bitch as I live on my own and miss my border collie terribly. (died suddenly, aged 7, about a year ago). I do work, however only 2 miles from my house. If I'm working out all day in the car, my parents a mile away will look after her. I still have some concerns about leaving her though.
My Border collie was left all day from being a pup, although not bought by me, but my ex-wife. I inherited the dog in the relationship and bonded very well. She was already used to being left, and was a very happy dog. How long could a lab be left for? Of course, i would gradually increase the amount of alone time.
I am also being told to feed them 4 times a day, but i have seen pedigree puppy food which gives recommendations of twice pwe day. Who's right?
Any comments, tips, info would be greatly appreciated, as would tips of breeders in the yorkshire area.
thankyou
I'm currently thinking of getting a lab bitch as I live on my own and miss my border collie terribly. (died suddenly, aged 7, about a year ago). I do work, however only 2 miles from my house. If I'm working out all day in the car, my parents a mile away will look after her. I still have some concerns about leaving her though.
My Border collie was left all day from being a pup, although not bought by me, but my ex-wife. I inherited the dog in the relationship and bonded very well. She was already used to being left, and was a very happy dog. How long could a lab be left for? Of course, i would gradually increase the amount of alone time.
I am also being told to feed them 4 times a day, but i have seen pedigree puppy food which gives recommendations of twice pwe day. Who's right?
Any comments, tips, info would be greatly appreciated, as would tips of breeders in the yorkshire area.
thankyou