HELP!! I need a routine with my dogs!!

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Specializes in Postpartum, Labor & Delivery.

So I have 2 dogs, a 1 1/2 year old and a 3 month old. Im also a full time night shift l&d nurse. Before you say anything, I know, don't judge me. Im having the hardest time creating a routine for after work/in between shifts where I can spend time with my dogs to ensure theyre not neglected, but also get enough sleep and me time. Theres no way im getting rid of my dogs, I love them too much. So any advice on how to make this work helps!! Thank you in advance!

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Specializes in Psych, Addictions, SOL (Student of Life).

Have you considered a dog walker or doggie daycare? They can be expensive but a resposible high school kid could do it and that way you could sleep. A lot depends pn the breed and activity requirments of the dogs you have. Some are more laid back than others and some need a ton of stimulation to keep from becoming destructive.

My dogs are my kids as well!

Hppy

 

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Specializes in Postpartum, Labor & Delivery.

The 1 1/2 yr old is a 5lb goldendoodle. The 3 months is a 4 lb toy poodle. Theyre both pretty active and do an amazing job at keeping each other occupied so I can have tiny breaks throughout the day. My siblings and I all live at home so I pay one of them to dog sit for me, but I know it’s draining on her and my family. I never really gave professional dog sitters a thought, but I might now to lighten the load on my family ?

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Specializes in Psych, Addictions, SOL (Student of Life).

Look for a doggy daycare

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