One of the most common misconceptions that we hear regularly in our trusted pet care center is that it is impossible to be a responsible dog owner and still take family vacations or occasionally leave town for work. This is simply not the case. Sure, if you are someone who works 18 hours a day and is out of town every second week then maybe this isn’t the time for you to get a dog. However, if it is only a few times per year, then there is no reason why you should feel bad for taking a break. The simple fact of the matter is that dogs are adaptable animals and while nothing will replace the love and warmth of their natural environment in your home, they can interact positively in other surroundings. This is particularly true if these other settings happen to have spacious sleeping areas and interactive activities throughout the day.