I think if you move it has to be for the right reason and not solely just to be closer to your lady friend. You need to be prepared, if it doesn't work out you'll still be okay. TBO I think you really NEED to be independent from your dad. Can you afford to live on your own? There should be some places that accept dogs. It wouldn't be good to move in together at all - too soon.

So if you're doing this only for the lady friend, then I say no you shouldn't. But, if you're doing this because 'it's time' for you to be away from your dad(who's gives you a hard time) and the bonus of being closer to your lady friend and you can afford it - then I say start looking.

Is that area near facilities - shopping center, grocery stores, banks etc - then you could walk or take public transportation. Think it through carefully...just making sure you don't get disappointed if it doesn't work out with her. I feel you really do need your independence ((Naturefreak))