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debslegacyofgold Member  Posts: 50 |
posted 10-17-2003 11:59 AM
 
My husband has decided that he wants a mini yorky..first of all..last year just bfore christmas we got 2 aussies one for him and one for me..well, we ended up finding a new home for his little girl when she was 6 mo old because he was working out of town so much he didnt have time for her..i begged him to take her with and he said"i cant" which i understood so eventually i talked him into finding her a home because it wasnt fare to her i didnt have time for 2 pups.we got lucky and a lady drove her .n.idaho clear from british columbia to get her..and now she has a wonderful home(we got lucky) anyways im trying to talk him out of it..he says well i will b able to take it with me bcause theyr small..but he doesnt want to crate train it..he wants to let it run free in the house like our older dog..and i just keep saying no way were renting i dont want this pup to potty all over my floor because he doesnt have time and i dont either..so i asked him to maybe see if we can find one at a shelter maybe one that is already house broke n such and also asked him do do some research on crate training and on training mini Yorkies.. he thinks its mean to crate train them and for them to b in a crate when they come in the house..i put my pup in her house kennel when im not playing with her or paying attention to her so she wont get into trouble and she always goes happily to her kennel when i say "go kennel" she has her big bone and toys, and her food....anyway,have any ideas abt hubby and his wanting a puppy...i want him to have a puppy but hes thinking he willhave this little lap dog but i know it will b like when your kids want a dog and say..."i promise i will take care of it" and then u end up with the responsiblity that you didnt want. IP: Logged |
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honeybear Member Posts: 373 |
posted 10-17-2003 12:34 PM
deb, I dont mean to be harsh here, but on your other post about your aussies dull coat and what you can do about it, there were recommondations on what type of food to feed and you said you had a fund issues. Just my own opinion, but if you cant pay for a good quality food for your aussie, then how can you get another dog. Honeybear IP: Logged |
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Karriesue Member Posts: 110 |
posted 10-17-2003 12:40 PM
Let me get this straight...the two of you live together but you each have to have your seperate dog?? Getting a dog is a family decision, not just one person in the family. You ended up giving the other dog away because you couldn't take care of two dogs and now you are going to let your husband get another dog? I don't mean to be rough but you will be doing a disservice to this animal if you let your husband talk you into this. I will repeat...getting any animal should be a family decision and a commitment to everyone involved. If you don't think you can take care of another dog (and it sounds like you are the primary person at home at the moment, not your husband), tell him no way and case closed!! Good luck. IP: Logged |
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debslegacyofgold Member Posts: 50 |
posted 10-17-2003 04:06 PM
I totally agree on not getting the dog...i dont want another puppy..and yes, this aussie is primarily my dog..i take care of her, i wanted her from the beginning... dont get me wrong..i can afford to take care of my animals, i have many and the only one that doesnt look up to par is my aussie..but so far i can tell she is gaining a bit of wieght. i really didnt come into this forum to be judged i just wanted some advice from other ppl with animals.However, those of you that have given me helpful advice and good websites i do appreciate your helpfulness, it has given me some ideas what to do next. My biggest fear is for hubby to get this puppy and not have enough time for it and then here i sit with 2 puppies again.Its not fair to the dog nor is it fair to the family members that get attached.My pup goes everywhere with me she knows and always has that she was my dog. well gotta go,critters to feed...Please, remember others when you answer a advice or question,remember to be helpful not be judgemental.Thanks ------------------ IP: Logged |
Jas Moderator Posts: 262 |
posted 10-18-2003 11:05 AM
As mentioned getting a dog is a huge decision - one that should be decided between the both of you. Dogs are not furniture or material items, you don't get dispose of one dog and then get another dog regardless of size. Big or small dogs still cost Money and need love, care, TIME, food, training, exercise & socializing. If your husband doesn't understand proper training methods and care and you two can't agree then he (and both of you) are NOT ready for another dog. You came here asking for help and opinions but then read something you don't like and accuse people who are trying to help as judging you? I'm not sure what you want to hear??? There sounds like a real lack of communication between you and your husband. That should be sorted out first before you bring in another live animal. It is not fair to the animal and this is exactly how so many animals end up in shelters. [This message has been edited by Jas (edited 10-18-2003).] IP: Logged |
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puttin510 Member Posts: 839 |
posted 10-18-2003 01:46 PM
I think Deb knows what is right and she is just venting here. She knows its not the right time in their life for a new pup and maybe needs some help on what to tell her husband that does not want to listen. Deb, Maybe you could get him to sit down and read what others think about the issue. Heck I want more dogs too but I know I can not handle more at this time. So what do I do, I go places where I can interact with other dog owners and see there dogs. ------------------ IP: Logged |
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debslegacyofgold Member Posts: 50 |
posted 10-18-2003 02:59 PM
Puttin!!!THANKS!!you said what ive been trying to say but couldnt get it out right!!yes, basically im venting..i totally dont want another dog!!and i dont have any more control over my husband than yall do..if he realllly decides hes getting a dog..he will just bring it home!!i think i have him talked into checking things out ,so he can realize really what he would b getting himself and me into if we got another dog.If he were to happen(lord forbid) to bring another dog home,i would love it and do my best to help but i just dont want the heart ache again!! and just so the others know i know what the responsibily is owning a dog or anyother animal for that fact. have never in my entire life been with out dogs,cats and horses.I came here as Puttin said to vent..guess i should have put that in the beginning...couldnt find the right words..but as i have said and keep saying I DONT WANT ANOTHER DOG!!!! but,sometimes out of my control and have to make the best of each situation and hope it goes well..kinda like getting pregnant again but not really wanting more children what do you do..you love them,and make the best of it...If i had to do over again i may not have found a home for the other dog..but i am glad i did as she went to the best of homes and i did alot of researching the ppl before i decide who she would go to just as if i were giving a child up for adoption! Anyway, thanks!!and Thanks to you Puttin for helping me say what i was trying to!!!  IP: Logged |
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puttin510 Member Posts: 839 |
posted 10-18-2003 05:50 PM
No problem, Deb. I don't know whats worse, a husband saying he may get another dog or that he needs some new tires for his classic car and comes home with a brand spankin new car. Car payments and all. God, thats what mine did. You make sure you come back Deb. ------------------ IP: Logged |
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