Pausing this thread to give more context:
- we've been considering a dog for years, so not a snap decision
- we know & like dogs, just have never owned one
- we'd prefer to adopt from a shelter & would like an adult dog rather than a puppy
*Specific* advice on adopting (Boston area) welcome!
@pronounced-ing.bsky.socialI am seriously considering adopting a dog. Is this the dumbest idea, given life these days? And do you have any advice for a first-time dog owner?
