Adding a second (or third, or fourth) dog means more fun, more love, more joy and more wonderful doggy companionship. But it also means much more from you: more time, more money, more energy, and more working through problems. ... Remember, having a second dog always requires an output of more time and energy.

Is 4 dogs too much?

Generally, most people can comfortably own one or two dogs, although that's often a full-time job! Some folk who maybe have a large family, and live in a vast place with lots of indoor space and land outside may be able to balance four to six .

Is adding another dog a good idea?

If your dog has any history of fighting with other dogs or any kind of dog-dog aggression, then adding a second dog is not a good idea yet. ... Having one poorly trained dog is bad enough, but having two can cause chaos. You really need to work on training with your current dog before you get another dog.