It might be a good idea to take puppy #1 to help in the decision making. It definitely will make it an easier transition from being the only to bringing in another puppy.

Wow!!! Let me just start in saying that NOT ALL dogs in the shelters are big dogs. There are plenty of smaller breeds, mixed and pure, there as well. I have been to the shelters in and around my town where dogs big and small are just tossed away li...