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Thank you all for the advice. Just wondering if it would be better to go with a puppy or an adult dog who's had some training.

Thanks for the response. It would be a family pet, and I will not be moving out for an upward of 7+ years, if I do. And my uni would be local and the same amount of travel. I understand the commitment and before going through with it, just wanted to make sure I would be able to do it with leaving a dog while I'm gone. As for the costing, is it that much even for a simple groom and not anything too fancy?

Thanks a lot. You've been a great help!

Thank you for that! That means that it is doable if given the commitment.

Hi all, I'm thinking of getting a Bichon Frise as they seem like a lovely breed with a great temperament and fit my requirements/needs in a breed. Just got a few questions, as I'm a high school student in my final year, I'll be leaving home very early around 7 am and get back at around 5 pm. Provided I take it for a walk daily and play with it, and give him enough toys/stimulation while I'm gone in a decently sized backyard, would that be doable as I've read the Bichon are a very people needing breed. Also, how often would it be suitable to take them to a groomer as I've read many different options such as every 3 weeks or every 12 weeks.