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07-03-2008, 03:07 PM | #1 |
Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Columbia, MO
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| Rehoming? Hey all. So I want some advice/opinions I guess. I have been thinking a lot about rehoming my puppy. It's been such a hard decision to make though, I just don't know what to do. I'm crying as I even write this. I got my puppy a few months ago, and he's five months now. I'm a college student who works full time, and I must admit he was an impulse purchase, although I never regretted that fact. I love him more than anything but I just feel like I am not giving him the best life he could have. He stays in his ex-pen during the day, and sometimes when I get home I am just too worn out to play with him or walk him, or give him all of the attention he deserves. He is just the happiest puppy I have ever met, though. He doesn't act sad about it and he just gives me more love than I ever imagined possible. I love him so much though, and I want the best for him, and I just read about how must love you are all able to give back to your yorkies and I know I don't meet that whatsoever. I'm just so scared I am going to rehome him and miss him so much. But I don't have the time to train him, potty train him. He goes to obedience class with me once a week but I don't practice with him as much as I should. I have spent so so much money on him getting all of his shots and toys and the best of everything. I just keep thinking I may not be ready for this responsibility with my lifestyle. Plus, I don't know what rehoming even involves or how I would find a good home for him. I know people won't want to spend money on him, but I have put so much money and effort into him that I kind of feel like I should at least get something back for the shots/food/toys/etc I have put into it. I don't know, this is the absolute hardest decision I have ever had to make and I am hoping you guys will be able to help me out. Look at his pictures, he is the sweetest little baby teapot I have ever met in my entire life. Please guys, I just don't know what to do anymore.
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07-03-2008, 03:12 PM | #2 |
Mimi & Gabby too! Donating Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Vineland, NJ
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| So sorry you have to rehome your baby. Please make sure you think through who you will allow to adopt him. I would also recommend you get him neutered before he goes to another home. If that doesn't work out you can also contact a rescue if you feel you can let him go for free. A rescue will make sure he goes to a great home and they will also do phone interviews and home visits before anyone is approved. Plus he'll be fixed before adopted. Hope everything works out. |
07-03-2008, 03:13 PM | #3 |
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| very hard decision I can imagine how hard a decision it is for you.....I would definitely charge a fee for him, he could wind up in a puppy mill as a stud.....Lots of those in Missouri (and other places) If you do, please put him on this board (adoption) and screen the people well. Let us know if you need help....but it's only a decision you can make.. roxanne
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07-03-2008, 03:27 PM | #4 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2008 Location: Ajax, On, Canada
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| I sure wish you lived in Ontario Canada I would have loved to take him. My baby Diddy is also 5 months and I was looking for a companion for him. Good luck. I know how I would feel if I had to give up my baby. My husband thinks I have gone yorkie crazy. lol. |
07-03-2008, 03:34 PM | #5 |
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| You're absolutely not being fair to your puppy. Try to find a Yorkie rescue. They will screen a potential owner thoroughly. They need to be with people not cooped up all day in an ex-pen. Keeping him or her in that condition would only be selfish on your part. I know it's a tough decision and that you love your puppy, that's why you have to let him go to another home.. |
07-03-2008, 03:47 PM | #6 | |
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To the OP: I can't even imagine how hard this must be on you! I wish you the best of luck and please don't be too hard on yourself.
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07-03-2008, 03:55 PM | #7 |
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| Sorry jim n I have to disagree with you. She obviously LOVES her puppy...that is all that matters. OP, your puppy is used to your scedule, he doesn't know any different. If he is happy and playful when he sees you then he is doing just fine. Tucker used to be in a crate while I worked. Now that I am retired I see that he basically sleeps all day anyway! I know that rehoming is the hardest decision you could ever have to make, but don't immediately assume that is what you need to do. He is loved and happy and doing fine it sounds like to me. My first dog that was just mine, I got when I was in school. She was alone during the day too but she grew up healthy and happy. And don't forget your puppy will be around for a long, long time....school is only for a few years. Only you know if you can handle him while in school but if you do decide he's too much, please try to find another yorkie talk member to rehome him to. That way you'll know he goes to the best home possible. {{{hugs}}} I know how hard this decision is. I hope it all works out for you.
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07-03-2008, 04:08 PM | #8 |
I ♥ Franklin & Maggie Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Oklahoma
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| I am a full time pre-med student and I work part time as well. I have two dogs! Needless to say, I don't always have every minute of every day to spend with my babies. Franklin is in a playpen and Maggie is crated for around 4-5 hours a day when I have class. But that doesn't stop me from being a great dog owner! They are out every second I am home (except when we all go to sleep). I take them on walks or to the dog park every day. Even if I'm not playing with them, we are spending time together and we love every moment of it. It's all about prioritizing your time. It definitely can be done, though. OP: I understand what a hard decision this might be. Good luck with whatever you decide to do! I would definitely find a reputable rescue to surrender to unless you want to screen people yourself for your puppy. If you DO decide to give him up, please make sure you find him the best home possible! There are too many people out there who are just looking for a toy these days.
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07-03-2008, 04:18 PM | #9 | |
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Although I had a dog many years ago when I worked, I found it to be a challenge to give the dog enough time and vowed not to get a dog again until I retired. I did that and feel fortunate to have the time to share with my dog at this time in my life. Maybe the suggestion of getting a companion is better than rehoming although it would be more costly. Another suggestion might be to find someone who has a dog and share dog-sitting times. Good luck with your decision.
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07-03-2008, 04:34 PM | #10 |
I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member | Lots of people work, and go to school, if rehomed he might end up in such a home, however it is the time that you do have with him that is important. You say you don't have time to play and exercise him every night, how many nights a week do you have time for this, it really doesn't take much time. I think ½ hour a day would be great, this could be used for walking and would be great for you too, as walking alleviates stress. Are there other things you like doing with your Yorkie such as brushing or training, these things count as quality time. Again 5-10 minutes a day while you are feeding them can be used as training time. I use Joey's breakfast for "treats" for training purposes, and ½ o his dinner. How about sleeping at night, does he sleep in your room or is he off by himself? This is a really hard decision, and I think it's great that you are trying to decide what's best for your baby. To me, this means that you really do love him, keeping a pet that you don't have time for isn't a sign of love. So it up to you to decide how much time each day you can realistically devote to him. Best of luck with your decision.
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07-03-2008, 05:21 PM | #11 |
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| Sorry about your puppy but if you give him to a rescue I don't think you will get any money, I think you will have to pay them as they will take him to the vets and any other things he will need. I just got my Ivy from a rescue this week and they asked me all kind of questions, home visit, and called my vet and my groomer just to make sure she was going to a good home, so if you go to a rescue trust me he will have a good home. Good luck |
07-03-2008, 05:22 PM | #12 | |
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07-03-2008, 05:33 PM | #13 |
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| HI, Maybe there is other possible solutions instead of rehoming your Puppy. If you can have friends or family to help you with your little one, then this will give you the support you need Could someone watch your little guy while you are out? Puppy sit? I can see how much you love your puppy, and I feel like there could be other alternatives other then rehoming him. It is something to think about. Try not to make any quick decisions, and really think of different alternatives.
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07-03-2008, 05:34 PM | #14 | |
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07-03-2008, 05:44 PM | #15 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: NC
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| Good luck on this very hard decision you have to make.....your post shows how much you love your puppy and want the best for him.....Im sure it must be very hard on you......I wish you and your puppy the best!
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