Puppy advice

[Wahine]

I am contemplating getting a puppy. My last dog was a bullmastiff and he was perfect for me and my lifestyle. There is a reputable breeder close by that currently has a litter. I really want one of these puppies.

The problem is that I am away from home for up to 10 hours in a day. I often get up very early to swim with the masters group, head straight to work and don't get home until 6 or later at night. I train a lot.

This is why a bullmastiff is a good choice for me, they are very low key, sleep all day while your gone and don't go stir crazy.

I know that a puppy requires a lot more time and input. So I'm thinking about trying to set things up so I can bring the puppy to work with me. I am a PT and I could set up a kennel in our gym area. I have 2 concerns, a lot of whining and any detrimental effects from kenneling during the day. I would be able to set my schedule up such that I could spend at least a half hour break in the morning and afternoon with the pup and of course my lunch hour.

I haven't had a puppy before. I have always inherited other people's dogs. That's how I got my last bully. So the whole puppy thing is new.

Any input and advice would be greatly appreciated, especially if you're one of those lucky people that get to take their dog to work.