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#ad | On the road back from London the other day Sunny, Bungle and I bumped into a family with a brand new Golden Retriever puppy called Yorkie. I LOVE meeting (yes, puppies - but also) other Goldie owners - it's like belonging to a massive extended family! When Bungle was still a pup it was all about asking questions about how to stop the chewing, the 4am barking, the whole chicken allergy thing... but 2 and half years later we're the ones passing on all the inside info to new dog owners, and I love that! 🖤 . Having a dog bestie is not only an awesome thing, but also a massive responsibility. And even though we did a massive amount of swotting up and preparing our home, we were still totally unprepared for the impact on our daily routine (and the sneaky surprises along the way...!). Last year Dog's Trust received 3,596 calls from dog owners looking to rehome their pet. That's utterly heartbreaking. And the main reason was that owners underestimated the time and effort (and cost) needed to take care of their new best friend. . If you're seriously thinking of getting a dog - even if you think you've got it all sussed out - download Co-op's Paws and Think app to trial life as a new dog owner for 7 days. Enter in a little information about your area, home and daily routine and then pick a breed to take care of virtually for one week. In real time you'll find out whether you really have enough time to fit in those twice daily walks, and enough money to pay for food, treats and vet bills. At the end of those 7 days you'll get a score and find out whether your chosen breed really suits your lifestyle. Restart as many times as you like to find the breed that's right for you. Dogs are the just the best after all, and only deserve the best from us for all the love and laughter they give. . To find out more about Co-op's research, visit https://www.co-opinsurance.co.uk/hub/paws-and-think/ #pawsandthink

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