I'm a working man 6 hours a day. I indulge in morning jog and long walks. So to keep a companion for fitness i think a dog would be perfect. Not only for fitness, i also love dogs they're adorable.
I've been watching a lot of YouTube videos of pet dogs and i found myself wanting to have one too. But I'm really inexperienced in keeping a dog. I've no idea what complications arise. I want to know if I'll be able to take care of a dog based on how much care the dog requires. I'm most concerned about a poop in hallway.

I recommend no puppy. Adopt from Craigslist or a shelter. Initially, you will need a crate for when you are at work. Also, if you make a small playpen (section off a corner of your home and gate them in) with their blanket and dishes, they will not poopie there and learn from you, go outside when I take you out of the pen. Then, you can slowly introduce them to the house. This is in case your doggie has not been properly house trained, or, like most dogs, is confused from the new place.
Also, they are not confined to a crate, like when you are at work.

It will be your best friend.

There is a reason so many people have dogs.

They love you unconditionally.

Good luck!

Firstly, Thank you for your thoughts.

I am thinking to get a puppy because i believe puppies get attached to their owner more than an adult adopted dog and puppy's bond develop more. I could be wrong here so you dog owners would know if adopting a dog would have same bond as a puppy? Other than that I'm fine with the dog.

Wouldn't confining the puppy in a crate make it feel isolated? Why is it needed i wonder?

I adopted a rescue dog. A beautiful black lab who was a few years old. She was very shy and timid when I first got her but within a few months she totally changed and became one of the best and friendliest dogs I have ever known.
I Know nothing of her previous life but it probably was not great and may have had some trauma. I had to teach her how to play fetch with a ball. She won't do stairs indoors but has no problem with stairs outdoors. And weirdly is the only lab I've known who doesn't like water, she will only go into water as deep as her lower legs.
That aside, she is the most loving and loyal dog now that she feels safe and secure. I am a firm believer in adopting either a rescue dog or a shelter dog.

There are many reasons to weigh the puppy issue.
They chew everything. Especially things you use most. Remotes, cell phones, your favorite shoes, underwear, curtains, clothes, doors, furniture, pillows... They will learn, but not before you learn patience losing a few things.
They have many, many accidents. They can be trained, but that also takes time and effort.
If you are at work. They are alone. They are pack animals, so being young and alone is not ideal. The puppy will cry relentlessly. Apartments and neighbors need considered. Also consider that they are like children, whom are never left alone.
For six months, you will both be in training. And then some. Perhaps that will be a stronger bond. However, most pre owned dogs will also bond quickly. Feed them and they obey. A Jack Russell, however is loyal to one owner, but they too, will eventually bond.
The crate is because when humans leave their dogs alone, they get anxious, lonely, bored and without direction, they do their own thing. Which usually always results in disappointment and loss by the time you get home. A very well trained, fit and loved dog will eventually not need one. If there is no one there to let them outside, they will eliminate, but they will not eliminate where they sleep or eat. Hence, the crate. And the playpen. Very rarely will a dog soil its crate.
The shelters are full. They need you. You can save a life. They will know it. You will know it.

Of course, we wouldn't have dogs without puppies and vice versa. Personally, I would avoid the struggle of training a puppy and prefer to rehabilitate injured and abused dogs that otherwise would be put down. That likely shows in my bias. I have also raised a few puppies.

If you get a puppy, I would support you. It is a personal choice and I thank you for letting me share my doggess.

Go to an animal shelter. I think you are better off getting a dog rather than a puppy.The animal shelter people should be able to help direct you to the type of dog that fits you.

That is a great experience you shared with us, thank you. I hope she's still with you. I thought all dogs hate water lol must be hard to get her to bath i guess? Couple of treats will do the job.

In my neighborhood there is a stray Husky who is a bit rough to play with. He looks like a husky with white fur but I'm not sure if he really is. Several times he grabbed my leg with his teeth but didn't bite. Often barks at me when I'm running. Maybe i can adopt him. My only fear is, what if he turns out to be insane and bite some other people then i would be responsible and I'm not experienced to train him well yet. im naturally a bit.. Anxious.

It depends where you live too. Big city or open country. Watch out for cattle dogs because they have a lot of energy. My sister has them and they never get tired.

@Cellara that is great help! I'm more excited for the challenge now. Dogs seem like our own children.

Oh and what about the Vets? Is it necessary to register my dog? And should the dog be castrated? I personally feel that's a wrong thing to take his sexual drive away. But if it really causes troubles at home then surely would need to castrate. What do you think from your experience?

i live in a city but not too big of a city. The population is around 1 million. What are cattle dogs? German shepherd?

You are asking great questions.

Also, a puppy costs a lot more because they have to get all their shots and yes, spay or neuter is not even really a choice. A female in heat is uncontrollable and you will never want to experience that more than once. A male, will do anything to get to a female in heat. You cannot control him either. It is a duty of the owner to spay or neuter. If you plan to breed, of course that is the exception. They will then need only booster shots and maintenance.

Out here in the sticks, they come from miles around when I shelter an unfixed female. Many at once. I had one bull male bust in the door. Literally.

Another cost saving, sheltered dogs are mandatory fixed prior to adoption. Here, it's just over $150.00 to adopt a dog. A lot are fixed by the prior owner. A puppy will inevitably cost more. Not counting the wires they chew. Haha

And yes, they are our children.

And we love them.

I can tell you will make a great dog owner.

Best.

Good luck, Blaze.

Cellara,
I think you have given a lot of good insights and advice to Blaze. It's very kind of you to take the time to do that.

Blaze,
you were talking about the stray dog in your neighborhood and about the idea of trying to give him/her a home. I would advise against that for a number of reasons. Firstly, the type of dog you describe teend to be independent, willfull, and stubborn. The husky-type dogsalso need a tremendous amount of of exercize and don't tend to like being indoors for long periods of time. They're much happier if they have a fenced yard. I had a husky years ago and that was my experience
Secondly, not knowing the dogs medical history you would need to assume that it needs all shots and full medical checkup, tests for heartworm, etc. And that all could end up being extremely expensive if the dog has any medical issuesor problems.
Thirdly, if you are not experienced with dogs it could be a problem if the dog is semi feral. It takes a lot of time and dedication to get an animal to adapt to a domestic life and to tame.
In the case of this dog, if you are concerned about it's welfare, I would suggest contacting animal rescue.

Thank you for your response, comrades.

@alec i think i will drop the idea of adopting the husky. To me it seems quite hassle. My house does have a fence on frontyard but much of the space is for driveway. Husky is too big of a dog for my house.

Actually many people feed that husky and he just lives in the park right outside my house. Its very satisfying to see him play with other domesticated dogs like beagle in the park. My choice so far is beagle. I wish i could attach pictures in forums from gallery.