I would always have 2 dogs rather then just one. They are such good company for each other. When we go away for a day I dont feel near the guilt that I would if I left one by itself.
You might think that they really dont care one way or the other, of Course if a dog has been the "Only dog" since it was a pup it doesnt know the difference but When I take one dog to the groomer or vet and come home, the other one is overjoyed to see her again. Since dogs are pack animals I believe they are more content with another dog around. If they have never been with another dog, they consider you part of their pack and leaving them for any length of time can be very upsetting for them.
Just MHO from observing over the years.
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