I'm out of words.

[Jules]

I knew something would happen.

Yesterday Dan and I went to a concert. It was kinda like an all-day festival, but we decided to go from about 4pm to 9 pm.
I asked our neighbors if they could let the dogs out around 6pm and then one more time around 8pm after feeding them. I mean I am very appreciative they did this for us, however, we came home around 9.30 and I see T-Bone and Casanova running to the gate. NOBODY was in the backyard with them. I told them that T-Bone had a torn ligament and should be supervised NOT to run. Yesterday she was limping really really bad and today she won't really put any weight on her leg. I am still FURIOUS! The last two weeks of rest are for nothing.
I know, I asked for a favor... but it's not like I ask them for favors all the time. I mean, I watch their kids when they have to go somewhere.. So, if they wouldn't care... I'd rather have them say something and then stay home and make sure that everything is ok.

I am just so mad. I saw briefly and clenched my teeth really bad not yell. I just explained that I was really disappointed that people that I trusted turned out to be sh!tbags. (well, I didn't use that term) He said that he just let the dogs out about 10 minutes before we got home... I don't think it's true because of how bad T-Bone is limping and either way...they were friggin' unsupervised! Casanova is a PUPPY! He shouldn't run around unsupervised!

I'm sorry I am just SO SO SO SO mad. Especially at myself. I should have just stayed home to make sure a situation like this wouldn't come up.

 

[Buddy'sParents]

Aw, Jules ((HUGS))

Hubby and I were talking "vacation" last night and aside from the fact that we are complete homebodies, there is absolutely no one that we would trust to take care of our three (at least within close proximity and I mean within the state).

It's a shame that we can be trusted to watch someone's human child but the same diligence can not be shown when one is asked to watch a dog or two-especially an injured dog.

I am thankful, that no one is seriously injured, hopefully the setback with good ol T is not as bad as it looks now? Some TLC from her mommy and a belly rub from Nicole may just be the trick.

((hugs))

 

[Scooter]

Wow, well now you know they are not people you can trust with your dogs!

You know, I am just now having a similar dilemma. My hubby and I are taking a 5 day vacation in August, and we can't take Zoe. We are planning to take her to the boarding kennel, but I think she hates it there. She has to be dragged away from us, and when we pick her up she seems exhausted- I don't think she sleeps with all the other dogs and in a strange environment.

This morning I was walking her and ran into a lady I see occassionally in the neighborhood. She and her husband have a dog Zoe loves to play with, so when we run into each other it's fun to let them play. She asked about our summer vacation plans, so I mentioned our Chicago trip and the fact that I hate leaving her. She offered to take Zoe! I'm really appreciative, but I'm not sure it's a good idea. We know them casually, and have spent time over the past 6 months or so getting to know each other- always with the dogs. I am positive they are great people, so no worries about that. What worries me is if something happened- if her dog and mine got into a fight, or if Zoe got hurt somehow, then what? It probably would be just fine, but am wondering if the boarding place is the better idea?

 

[ACooper]

That would upset me too.

Perhaps next time you are asked to babysit for them you can ask them if putting the kids in the backyard alone for the day will be acceptable.

Kids and dogs ARE NOT the same.........but you filled them in on the details of the dogs, and I don't think it was asking too much...........IF it was, they could have said NO!

 

[squirtsmom]

I don't go anywhere except when my oldest daughters are here because of that, and the fact that I don't trust any one to watch Lola besides them. And my inlaws, but they aren't big dog people.

 

[Buddy'sParents]

Wow, well now you know they are not people you can trust with your dogs!

You know, I am just now having a similar dilemma. My hubby and I are taking a 5 day vacation in August, and we can't take Zoe. We are planning to take her to the boarding kennel, but I think she hates it there. She has to be dragged away from us, and when we pick her up she seems exhausted- I don't think she sleeps with all the other dogs and in a strange environment.

This morning I was walking her and ran into a lady I see occassionally in the neighborhood. She and her husband have a dog Zoe loves to play with, so when we run into each other it's fun to let them play. She asked about our summer vacation plans, so I mentioned our Chicago trip and the fact that I hate leaving her. She offered to take Zoe! I'm really appreciative, but I'm not sure it's a good idea. We know them casually, and have spent time over the past 6 months or so getting to know each other- always with the dogs. I am positive they are great people, so no worries about that. What worries me is if something happened- if her dog and mine got into a fight, or if Zoe got hurt somehow, then what? It probably would be just fine, but am wondering if the boarding place is the better idea?

It would be much like leaving kids with the babysitter: you leave numbers and emergency info. What vet should the dog be taken to in case of an emergency? Notify your vet and your ER vet that you will be out of town and that <insert name here> will be taking care of your dog and should you not be available you ask that the vet and/or person taking care of your dog make decisions regarding care, etc.. Leave a number of close family or friends that may be of assistance, etc..

When we only had Buddy hubby and I took a four day trip.. we left him at home with a friend that stayed there with him. She had a list of people to call in case of emergency as well as the names of our regular vet and ER vet. Thankfully nothing happened.

If the dog can not go with , I suggest a vet with a boarding facility. There is a boarding kennel in San Ramon.. they are also a vet, if we should ever have to go away (and we're talking emergency and can't take the dogs) our dogs would go there.

 

[Denaluvscorgis]

Awww Jules!!!! I'm so sorry!!! (((((((((((((HUGS))))))))))))))

We've run into that with Jackson Browne during his recovery, but it's been with my son and his g/f!!! It's so simple to, but they just can't seem to take the extra time needed to make sure that JB isn't getting hurt. People just don't seem to have it going on these days!

 

[Saje]

that's horrible. I wouldn't be too willing to help them out after that!

 

[Doberooney]

I would make myself unavailable for future kid sitting and I certainly would not be asking them for a favor in the future.

Hope your dog is okay.

 

[Dreeza]

ugh, omg that is my BIGGEST freaking pet peeve ever. It makes me SEETHING mad when people think that just cause they are doing someone a 'favor' it is ok to screw it up, or back out, etc....especially when it is something important.

Sorry, I don't care how big of a freaking favor you are doing for someone...once you agree...you basically just obligated yourself to do it...and if something comes up, you better do your best to help resolve the situation. It pisses me off, cause you KNOW if you had paid them to do it, it most likely would NOT have happened...just like if you agreed to pay someone to do you a 'favor' it no longer becomes a favor, and basically ensures their commitment.

To me, it is incredibly sad that money for stupid little favors is valued more than friendship, respect and courtesy.

 

[ToscasMom]

You can trust so few people with your pets, really.

I have this one friend who adores her dog and cat like I do. She's the only person I trust to care for my pets. We have an arrangement. If one of us is gone or needs help, we reciprocate. If she's not available I either don't leave or if I have to leave for overnight, I board. There is nothing worse than returning home knowing your animals have been endangered by an air head. I know how you feel. I would NOT trust them again with my pets....and I would be very unavailable for their kids from now on.

 

[Jules]

Well, if I would be mean and not care about the kids I would give them all the candy and salty snacks they wanted..and gallons of pepsi and THEN send them home... but it's not the kids fault. I will not do anymore favors and they will be moving in two months anyway.

I explained to her...over and over again and she saw how I handled T-Bone in the back (on a leash) so there is no excuse. Not only that, but I also explained to her that a puppy shouldn't be left unattended... and I know that T-Bone is such a sweet dog... but I told her why I crate and rotate T-Bone and Casanova and the whole spiel when I am not home... I don't see why she thought it was okay to let them out together unattended.

I thought I could really count on them- I guess I was wrong. This just lowered my overall expectation of people again... with this said: If we ever have to go anywhere where we can't take the dogs... I'm not going. Thank you for your nice words..guys... I have just been hitting myself on the head over this all day long. Can't we build chaz-town somewhere?
T-Bone says thanks too and sends some sloppy kisses!

 

[noludoru]

That would upset me too.

Perhaps next time you are asked to babysit for them you can ask them if putting the kids in the backyard alone for the day will be acceptable.

Kids and dogs ARE NOT the same.........but you filled them in on the details of the dogs, and I don't think it was asking too much...........IF it was, they could have said NO!

ugh, omg that is my BIGGEST freaking pet peeve ever. It makes me SEETHING mad when people think that just cause they are doing someone a 'favor' it is ok to screw it up, or back out, etc....especially when it is something important.

Sorry, I don't care how big of a freaking favor you are doing for someone...once you agree...you basically just obligated yourself to do it...and if something comes up, you better do your best to help resolve the situation. It pisses me off, cause you KNOW if you had paid them to do it, it most likely would NOT have happened...just like if you agreed to pay someone to do you a 'favor' it no longer becomes a favor, and basically ensures their commitment.

To me, it is incredibly sad that money for stupid little favors is valued more than friendship, respect and courtesy.

Agreed. Definitely agreed.

I hope they are both okay, Jules.

 

[mrose_s]

that sucks, but really, don't blame yourself. thinking that should always be around to stop other people from screwing up can get you too wound up and stressed
be angry at the people that left t-bone out, its their fault. maybe if they ask you to mind their kids again, tell them your sorry if you let them out in the yard and don't watch out for them.

 

[Bahamutt99]

The list of people I trust to take care of my dog is extremely limited. I've had this dicussion with my husband more than once: If we have to go somewhere and leave Loki, who will take care of her? I don't like letting my dog out of my sight unless I know she's safely crated at home.

 

[Aussie Red]

My animals are my babies and not just anyone is qualified to care for them. While I was away this weekend my hubby opted to stay behind and mind the store if you will. If we both go away then my daughter gets to baby sit or they go with me. I just don't think there are enough people out there that see animals as more then disposable property.

 

[SizzleDog]

Ohh that's terrible! In some ways I feel I'm blassed that I don't have a fenced yard! There are only a handful of people I trust with Ilsa, and *less* than a handful that I trust with Ronin!

May I ask though, is there a reason why they couldn't be alone for five hours? I think I'd rather put them in their crates with bones for that amount of time than have someone come over and let them out.

 

[Bahamutt99]

Maybe the puppy couldn't wait that long to potty?