What was I thinking? - New Puppy Advice?

Your absolutely right. You never know how things will turn out until you try. It's perfectly natural to complete the family by getting a new dog. I see it, you have two options. Since nobody loves her yet. You can simply return it to the breeder and explain that you dont think she is getting. Fair life. If you don't want to go with that. Let me begin by saying the amount of space needed isn't determined by mere size. A Maltese and a jack russel will both get around 12-15 pounds. But a jack russel will need much much more room than a Maltese. It depends slot on what type of dog you have gotten. Either way you have GOT to walk a dog no matter color shape or size at least twice a day. For the accidents I'll tell you what we did. Our pups stay inside from the time they are born until about a year when they can fend coyotes, coons etc away. Then they are put outside to roam. We bought puppy pads from walmart. They have a urine smell to them. (don't worry about smelling up the house only the dog can smell it) they have a plastic backing and cotton front so doesn't leak through. You can jus sitthe puppy in it a few days an they learn. I haven't had a dog that didn't learn the puppy pads. Okay! For the family thing. Honey you haven't had her 2 weeks. Of course the cats and toddler aren't going to be sure of her. Your baby has t ever dealt with dogs living with him. I'm sure everybody has gone through that experience. Dogs are great for kids. They teach responsibility, love and loyalty. What better wayto teach your son to pick up than having a puppy ruin his toys. The cats will get used to him and start playing. My fianc�'s cat took about 3 weeks to begin playing. She also hid for awhile before becoming comfortable. The decision is ultimately up to you. What do you have the energy and patience for. Puppies are alot of work. Do not give this dog an unfair life because you can't take care of it. If you want the companionship of adog but can't handle a puppy perhaps get a 6-12 month old that's a little calmer. You still get that puppy stage but you don't have to deal with chewing and potty training. Good luck!