I am sorry that you are in a less than desirable situation. But to be honest with you, it sounds like your priorities are a little misdirected. Here is tha ad you posted that everyone is commenting on
1 Year old Intact male GSD.Some of the best German Showlines in Canada.Awesome with kids of all ages.Hates male dogs.chases cats.73lbs,26inches great bite.Basic obedience in English and German.Started on sleevework as well.Great SchH or Ring prospect.Very strong drives.Housetrained and up to date on shots until next August.Will make awesome stud with these lines.Great dog needs great owner.$1800 obo ortrade for other breed.Serious inquiries only please. (MODERATOR EDIT)
Breeds I am interested in are:
Boxer,Pug,Boston Terrier,German Pinscher,Min Pin,Chihuahua,Rottweiler,Mastiffs possibly others.
Now if money is an issue, as you stated, then why would you even consider "trading" when you could have $1800 to spend on rent, food, your child etc...?? Also, owning a Mastiff is pretty expensive with Vet care and food, how are you going to afford that?
As far as your "boyfriend" not liking Shephards , I would be damned if I would give my dog up because someone I'm dating doesn't like it that breed. I'd tell him to go find another girl friend and don't let the door hit him in the a$$ on the way out. Apparently you just got out of an abusive relationship ( and I know that it's tough) and it sounds like you might be getting right back into another one. I wouldn't even think of telling someone that I am dating and that I really care for, to get rid of her dog, cause I don't like it. What nerve!!!! What's he going to ask for next, you putting your kid up for adoption cause it get's on his nerves? You better think about what is going on here and realize that we are not trying to pick on you, but are trying to get you to step back for a second and look at the big picture....