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It's a very hard decision either way. I would have no idea what to do if it was me. If you decide to let them have Maverick, be sure to leave an open-ended offer to take him back. Sometimes dogs are as good as gold initially in a new environment, but once they get comfortable, the bad habits re-emerge. I'd hate to see Maverick carted off to the animal shelter if the family gets overwhelmed.
Not to sound callous, but I would also charge the lady, even if it's a something silly, like $1. I don't know how old her children are, but I'd hate for them to get the idea that "finders keepers" is right. My sister-in-law was in a similar situation when my niece found a lost kitten, and insisted that she pay the original owner for that reason.
Not to sound callous, but I would also charge the lady, even if it's a something silly, like $1. I don't know how old her children are, but I'd hate for them to get the idea that "finders keepers" is right. My sister-in-law was in a similar situation when my niece found a lost kitten, and insisted that she pay the original owner for that reason.
well I have talked to my husband and I made sure he sees both sides of this and he has to make the choice. I do have a daughter of my own she is 16 months and he loves her, and I also have two stepson that are 5 and 12 who don't come over quite as often as they used to so I think he is in withdraw from not being able to play with the boys. He does love kids though.
just my opinion...
As with any dog, you bring it home, and it is the most perfect dog...for a few days. Then the bad habits come out. How can this woman say that your dog is perfect with them. She can't tell that in just one day. Give it time, and they too will see the chewing/barking that you did. And who is to say that they will be as patient with him as you were. We saw your posts, we know how devistated you were when he went missing. I think that if you did leave him there, you would regret it. You would constantly be wondering how he was being treated...etc.
I think that that woman would do anything, say anything to convince you to let her keep that puppy. The kids may be sad, but that unfortunantly is a lesson that every kid needs to learn sometime in life. She as a mother should have made very certain that they understood, the second they found him, that he more than likely had a loving home, and wouldn't be staying. If she is that concerned about their happiness, she will take them to get a dog, and let them pick it out. As soon as they do, they will be over the loss of your dog. That dog belongs with you, your family, including your other dog. TAKE HIM HOME!!!
As with any dog, you bring it home, and it is the most perfect dog...for a few days. Then the bad habits come out. How can this woman say that your dog is perfect with them. She can't tell that in just one day. Give it time, and they too will see the chewing/barking that you did. And who is to say that they will be as patient with him as you were. We saw your posts, we know how devistated you were when he went missing. I think that if you did leave him there, you would regret it. You would constantly be wondering how he was being treated...etc.
I think that that woman would do anything, say anything to convince you to let her keep that puppy. The kids may be sad, but that unfortunantly is a lesson that every kid needs to learn sometime in life. She as a mother should have made very certain that they understood, the second they found him, that he more than likely had a loving home, and wouldn't be staying. If she is that concerned about their happiness, she will take them to get a dog, and let them pick it out. As soon as they do, they will be over the loss of your dog. That dog belongs with you, your family, including your other dog. TAKE HIM HOME!!!
Aw... what a dilemma! I'm sorry to hear you have to be put through this. I'm very sorry.
I dunno... but if it was ME, I'd probably take him. But you say he looked so happy and such-- that would kind of lean me towards believing that Mav loves them more.
But then I'd think about Hannah...and.... well, I don't know. Sorry-- hopefully you make a great decision.
I dunno... but if it was ME, I'd probably take him. But you say he looked so happy and such-- that would kind of lean me towards believing that Mav loves them more.
But then I'd think about Hannah...and.... well, I don't know. Sorry-- hopefully you make a great decision.
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I dont think I could ever give away a dog and to tell you the truth, i dont think anyone could take care of a dog as well as a member of Chazhound. He may have a good life there but what about Hannah. What if Hannah is depressed all the time? That wouldn't be fair. Its up to you but its going to hurt soo much to give up your dog. I know because I had to give up one, no choice of my own, and I haven't forgiven myself since. It still hurts thinking about it. I know you'll make the right choice.
Julie... First I'm glad he's safe and sound ! Second, your 1st posts suggested you'd be willing to give him up . 3rd.. It's your husband's decision. If you or he are questioning whether to bring him home ..leave him there !!! If my dog was missing there would be no question !!! He'd come home !! Now that you're wondering....go with your hearts and write up a contract if surrendering. This is what's better for Maverick at this point. He may have found his forever home on his own.
You can't feel bad because their mother didn't teach them that lesson in life. It is their mothers fault those kids are crying, not yours. I could never just give Teddy up. Especially not to someones whiny, spoiled children who think they can get whatever they want if they shed a few tears. There wouldn't be a second thought in my head. "can we buy him from you" "no" that would be my shortest convo ever lol. I hope your husband brings him home. Good luck with this decision.
Julie... something else held you back .....sorry, but if 10 kids were holding on to my dog's tail , I'd take him home !! When Bubba was my partner at our retail shop I could have sold him 1000 times !! You really are facing whether or not you want him back ....Where will he be the happiest ??? We won't think any less of you to give him up . This forum is for the betterment of our babies. Some dogs are better off in other homes... Yes, this is your husband's descission ...Thank the good Lord I have my Chip from such as descission ! You loved this pup... do right by him !