Hi there,

I know your situation.

We have just got our first dog, a westie called Max - he gets on brilliantly with our cats, luckily, but the cats get a free roam of the house, whilst poor old max in in the kitchen (with a baby stair gate across the door so he can see out/cats can see in). We both work, but luckily different hours, but he can be on his own for 7 hours a day on a bad week. Wish I had got two dogs! I would consider this if you really want a dog. Get two for company!
Helen x