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juliefurry · Sep 14, 2005

I have posted posters at the vet's and local petstores, also at animal shelters for two towns over. I have called the police and have called the shelter twice a day. I'm very worried, or maybe more relieved, that someone may have found him and are taking care of him (it'd be better than the other scenario that could be possible with a runaway). Hannah seems very depressed (I posted a thread about her yesterday) she just mopes around by my feet and won't play fetch or anything. I take her to the park atleast twice a day to play with the other doggies but once she gets home she's depressed agian. If there is no sign or word about Maverick we may get her a friend, we have been looking into standard poodles. I know Hannah is happy with us but she just misses her four legged friends I think.

joce · Sep 14, 2005

Place an add in the paper. thats the only thing that got our husky back. the people who took hers neighbor saw it and called us. I hope you find him.

juliefurry · Sep 15, 2005

Well I have good news and bad news about Maverick. We found him today, he was safe and sound. A woman found him last night on her way home from work, and he didn't have his collar on so she brought him inside (he was on her front porch). So this morning she gave him a bath and got him cleaned up and took him to the vet, and found our sign in the waiting room, so she wrote down our number and called us. I went over there to pick him up and the poor kids were in tears and the woman sat down with me and asked me if she could buy him from me. I said he was really missed here and we haven't seen him for quite some time and I really wanted to take him home. She understood and so I went to go get him and I couldn't the poor kids were clinging to him so tight and he seemed so happy with the kids that I couldn't take him. I told her give me a day or two to think about it and I would get back to her. Maverick really didn't seem to want to leave them, so I don't know what I am going to do, I have to talk to my husband about it.

keyodie · Sep 15, 2005

Oh I am so glad you found Maverick! But about giving him away, I'm not really sure...because it wasn't your fault he got lost and just because he got lost doesn't mean you have to forever...but that family does sound nice. I don't know though...

Babyblue5290 · Sep 15, 2005

That's great that Mav was found safe and sound!!

If you don't want to give Mav up you could always point the family in the direction of a shelter puppy. Maybe help them find a puppy from the humane society or someplace like that?

Anyways, that's really great news!

juliefurry · Sep 15, 2005

that's why I'm sort of stuck. I know it's not my fault he got out but it just seems like he belonged there and he had lived there forever. The woman explained that they had just lost a dog and the kids were so devastated about losing the one and they had been talking about getting another one for awhile. She said he had no problems there like he was having with us (the barking, and chewing on everything, and she also said he wasn't crated and went right to the door to go out).

keyodie · Sep 15, 2005

Aww...but...wow such a hard decision...what do your gut feelings tell you to do?

yuckaduck · Sep 15, 2005

I am so happy Maverick was found and how can you take him away from crying kids. Not my business but if they really want him and he seems happy there, well...I don't think you should take him, JMO though. I would be really upset if someone took something away from my kids, if they found it. Even if it was not your fault, and I know it was not; and you have searched so long. Maybe you could tell the lady that she could keep him and if they ever decided to get rid of him that he comes back to you. It is so hard to know what is right because he is yours but I hate to see kids cry and loss a pet. Are you getting your poodle? That would give Hannah a companion, and you would still have two dogs. Not my business and you and I are friends so I support whatever decision you make. Only you know in your heart what is best for you and Maverick.

filarotten · Sep 15, 2005

Gosh, I am glad Maverick is ok. Wow! what a hard decision. If you keep him maybe you could let him visit them maybe once a week. That might make everyone happy.It would give the kids and Maverick something to look forward to. And you would have your baby home.

juliefurry · Sep 15, 2005

my gut feeling says that he should stay with them, I mean they've had him for like a day and she's already pampered him with a bed and toys and designer dog bowls and everything. I appreciate your suggestions Yuck because you never have given me bad advice. I'll talk more to Mark when he comes home tonight, it is his dog so he really has to make the decision.

RD · Sep 15, 2005

If you want my opinion, I would take your baby home. It sounds heartless, but that is just what I would do. I know they will miss him, but they have not had him for that long, those kids will live. Reimburse them for the things that they bought him, and bring him home. I think they were foolish to buy designer dog bowls, beds, etc. like he was THEIR dog after only a day. If I found a dog wandering around I would expect it to have owners, I wouldn't be claiming it as my own dog already.
They may have lost their dog recently, but you, your family and poor little Hannah have lost two. Losing a third would be devastating.

I would agree about pointing them in the direction of a shelter or rescue. Perhaps you could look on Petfinder for them? Or, if they really love Maverick, why not schedule days for them to play with him like Yuckaduck suggested?

Dreeza · Sep 15, 2005

oh wow, that is really hard...but thank god mav is safe and sound!

IMO, i also think you should leave him with them.

as hard as it would be to take him away from crying kids, i still think that if your initial gut reaction was bad (as in, there was something you didnt like with the fam, or parting with mav was just COMPLETELY out of the question) you probably may have been able to do it...

I def think the idea that if they ever want to get rid of him, he goes back to you, is a great idea...maybe you can even offer to watch him if they need a pet sitter (although it could make things even harder for you)

i am so happy you found him though, and that he is being well taken care of!

Fran27 · Sep 15, 2005

Phew I am relieved.

About that family, it's your decision, but personally I think that you shouldn't... I can understand that the kids are upset, but it's only been one day, they don't know him half as much as you do, for all I know they also have no idea on how to take care of a dog, when I know you are a good owner.

Don't feel guilty when it's their parent's fault for making them feel like it was their pet - if it happened to me I would make it clear right away that it was someone's lost pet and that the kids shouldn't get attached. It's your pup, not theirs... I'm sorry but I think those kids have no education whatsoever and are spoiled rotten. No way I would give in. There are lots of puppies in shelters that are waiting for a good home... You should call her and give her the address of petfinder.

I'm sorry if I sound too blunt or harsh, I've just seen way too many pesty kids making a drama over anything to know not to take it too seriously... especially if the parents let them do it (my nephew is this way).

Saje · Sep 15, 2005

Wow. I don't think either decision is wrong. That's so tough. I wouldn't be able to give up one of my dogs though. And it sounds like they would bond with any dog because they miss theirs so much. I don't know. It's really up to you and your husband. Whatever you feel is right.

RD · Sep 15, 2005

Fran27 said:

I agree.. I'm glad I'm not the only one who feels that way.

Maverick also, is most likely behaving so well for them because they have only had him for a day. He is in a new environment. He's also been roaming for days and he's TIRED! Of course he isn't going to get into trouble when he's exhausted.
Each time I have brought a dog home, whether it is a new puppy, a foster dog or one I just happened to find, it was a perfect angel for a few days. Once it settled in and felt comfortable, the behavioral quirks started popping up. No dog will act the same way it does at home in a totally strange environment.

I just hope whatever decision you and your husband come to, that it is for MAVERICK'S sake and not that of those kids. Sorry to sound blunt and insensitive, but this is about your puppy, not this family.

femke · Sep 15, 2005

Dont forget that just like you said... they had the dog for a day... Your pup was probably just really happy to be safe in someone's home, and happy to have some playmates. There is no saying if he won't end up chewing/barking etc at their place... Don't Just leave him there because you feel bad for those kids! Sure they might feel bad about it for a bit but it should make them happy that they found his home and could return him to his owner, that's a lesson they have to learn too! If they want a puppy they can always go to the shelter like you said, or visit him with you if they want to know how he's doing. I personally wouldn't give him up... but that is up to you of course. I'm happy that you found him tho and that he is save.

juliefurry · Sep 15, 2005

I appreciate everybody's suggestions. I just don't know. He is my husband's dog so ultimately it is his choice.

Dreeza · Sep 15, 2005

RD said:

oh wow, really? oakley was a PSYCHO, we thought that was b/c he was in a new environment, but...nope! lol

anyways,

i didnt think about the kids being brats at all...i was just rereading the post, and i think a HUGE part of the decision is based on a lot of things we dont know.

The way the mom went about it seems very civil though...asking, and when she was turned down (from what i know) didnt argue, but was very understanding.

even if you decide to take him home, it doesnt mean you cant change your mind as well...like if you notice mav isnt as happy or anything...maybe he just loooves kids! (do you not have kids?)

whatever decision you make, it is good to know that mav will have a great home

keyodie · Sep 15, 2005

I think you should keep Maverick but have that family be his second home or something...you can try to get to know them a little more, and get to know the kids. It would be a great thing for Mav since he can meet new people, sniff more things

and it may altogether be more interesting. You can leave him in there care for maybe 2 to 3 days a week or something like that. But if you give Maverick to them, I'm sure he will miss you too...

of course, ask your husband. See what he thinks. Good luck!

skyhigh · Sep 15, 2005

Well, think about Hannah. She misses him lots. She wants him back. So... I dont know

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