I think the "idiot" comment was a bit much. Pound puppies are just as smart and healthy as pure breed dogs.
Anyways. It would probably help to take vacation and spend a couple weeks at home with the new pup if your going that route. That way you can be sure he's adjusted by the time you go back to work.
My only thought is that they always say to buy a dog that matches your exercise level. Never buy one to encourage exercise. You said that you need to walk more, so a dog would make you need to walk more. Sadly, it's like a diet. If all you have is health crap in the house, you won't suddenly eat it and be happy. It's just a thought. Lots of smaller dogs may do better for you guys being away so much and not being so active (not saying your lazy, I swear!). You can still and SHOULD always walk every dog, even the smallest. Running around the house will exercise them, but they need to "walk" to exercise their brains as well. (walking with the pack, traveling, etc).
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