I need you to be HONEST

[BabyGirl Rosie]

I need for the YT members to be honest with me about something. I have been thinking about Rosie a sister for a few months now. I have been watching the rescues and have had my heart broke a few times because it did not work out for me. With that said, I think I have found a possible little girl that needs a home. I need you to tell me 1) if you adopted the rescue, 2) your experiences with the rescue (not the group but the dog itself), 3) any advice for bringing a rescue home, 4) how to transition with my Rosie, 5) anything else you think would help me. She is from a breeder, not house broken, shy, nervous in new situations, and can not be returned (has already had this happen! ) So, be honest and tell me what I need to know.

[jadabug]

I don't have experience with rescue, but Jada is a retired breeder. She was only 2.5 years old when she had trouble with her first and only litter and the breeder had her spayed. Our mutual vet referred me to the breeder and that is how Jada came into our home and our hearts. She was shy and semi-pad trained. I can only speak from our experience, but she is our baby and we love her with all our hearts. She is about 95% pad trained now and has come out of her shyness. She is a little territorial at home,but very social and loving when we are out and about. She has never shown aggression towards children or other small dogs.
Of course she was our only "child" until we adopted Bogie and they get along so great and have been best buddies from the moment we brought Bogie home.
It is a big decision and one to not be taken lightly. Best wishes on whatever you decide.

[BabyGirl Rosie]

Originally Posted by jadabug

I don't have experience with rescue, but Jada is a retired breeder. She was only 2.5 years old when she had trouble with her first and only litter and the breeder had her spayed. Our mutual vet referred me to the breeder and that is how Jada came into our home and our hearts. She was shy and semi-pad trained. I can only speak from our experience, but she is our baby and we love her with all our hearts. She is about 95% pad trained now and has come out of her shyness. She is a little territorial at home,but very social and loving when we are out and about. She has never shown aggression towards children or other small dogs.
Of course she was our only "child" until we adopted Bogie and they get along so great and have been best buddies from the moment we brought Bogie home.
It is a big decision and one to not be taken lightly. Best wishes on whatever you decide.

Thank you. I know it is a huge decision. I told the rescue that I would not go into this without being 100% sure. She has been great answering my 5000 questions. I want to make the best choice for Rosie, the new girl, and myself. Everyone has to be happy.

[Ellie May]

I've never rescued. My sister and BIL got a mixed breed hound though. She came shy, nervous, unsure, etc. Loved the safety of a crate. Wouldn't go upstairs. They did a great job with her. Now she is the coolest pup. Usually confident. Trainable. Smart. Sweet. Amazing girl. Next dog I get, I'll be looking at rescues first.

[Taryn0405]

Gizmo was a puppymill rescue and we were fortunate with him. The only major issue we're working with is seperation anxiety, and he's getting better.

It's a big decision but I know you're a good and dedicated Momma. Does Rosie get along with other dogs? Do you think she would be okay with sharing your attention?

Many times, adding another dog is more stressful on the older (meaning the first dog you have i.e. Rosie) then the actual new dog. So, if you think Rosie will be okay then go for it!!

I can't look at the Petfinder site, makes me want to do what you're doing! And I know my husband would pretty much have heart failure!

Good luck! Keep us updated!

[BabyGirl Rosie]

I have a friend bringing her female over this week to my house. We are going to see how Rosie reacts. Rosie is the key factor. I love her with all my heart. I can't even describe how much I love that furbutt. She is my baby. I do not want to do anything that would cause her pain. I hate leaving her when I work and I really thought a companion would be good for her. And I do not want to take this little girl in and it not work. She has been moved one time too many in my opinion. BTW, my DH will kill me too. Ha ha. But I know how to deal with him!!

[TxVicki]

I have had a total of 7 rescue's that we adopted. All of my experiences have been really good with the dog's.
One of my latest Willow was a breeder girl that was turned over to the rescue group to find her a home. She was mostly potty trained and we did work on it. I would say she is house broken, BUT when I leave I do put panties on her just in case.
I have never had any problems with mine interacting with each other when they were brought in. I have been so lucky with the ones I have adopted. Even the 3 that came from puppymill's and ended up in rescue before we adopted them.
If you do get this girl, you have to be very patient with her, and go at her speed.

[mom of 3 dogs]

i never did a rescue, but Peyton was a very good girlfreind of mines dog, my freind had cancer and could no longer take care of her dogs, so i adopted Peyton. She was 2 years old at the time.
i knew how good natured Minnie and Tootsie were , they've had many little dog playmates over to the house and seemed to enjoy them. , and my freind Joan who was such an animal lover, her whole life was animals... she really thought Peyton would be a good fit for my situation.
well, it worked out perfectly. my girls accepted her, she loves it here. took alittle while for her to feel comforatable but not too long.
hope you can find the perfect dog for you and Rosie

[kdhawks]

Levi is a rescue and is the best pup I could ask for - he is the little love of my life! Adopting him was the best experience. His foster mom was so helpful during the transition. I had already met him several times before bringing him home, so I had a definite feel for his personality, and I like to think that he recognized me.

He did come with some little quirks. He was young and had basically spent most of his time in a tiny crate - so he was (and continues to be) hyper and wild and curious and crazy. Some of this I think is personality, and some I think is repressed puppyhood. But again, it was so helpful that I had met him several times and knew what to expect temperament-wise.

Our other issues including brushing up on potty manners, learning basic obedience commands, learning to settle down for bed and naps. No major issues, and he has been pretty healthy overall. He transitioned wonderfully into our household and is the BEST pup ever. Happy and social and funny and just plain wild. We adore him.

[Patti]

Nikki was a senior rescue adopted out to an elderly lady I became friends with. She had him for a couple of years and then had a stroke so I took him. He was very bonded to her but as soon as I brought him home he was glued to my side. He was use to being walked, but took immediately to pee pads and the enclosed area in the back yard. He is the best potty trained of all of mine, but I know I am lucky with that. He did take an immediate dislike to one of my girls but has gotten better with her. Since he is so old (17 - 18) I don't know if my experience is as helpful. He sleeps most of the time and doesn't interact in any playful way with my other three. Is there any way to have Rosie interact with the rescue prior to adopting her. I hope it works out!

[BabyGirl Rosie]

Originally Posted by Patti

Nikki was a senior rescue adopted out to an elderly lady I became friends with. She had him for a couple of years and then had a stroke so I took him. He was very bonded to her but as soon as I brought him home he was glued to my side. He was use to being walked, but took immediately to pee pads and the enclosed area in the back yard. He is the best potty trained of all of mine, but I know I am lucky with that. He did take an immediate dislike to one of my girls but has gotten better with her. Since he is so old (17 - 18) I don't know if my experience is as helpful. He sleeps most of the time and doesn't interact in any playful way with my other three. Is there any way to have Rosie interact with the rescue prior to adopting her. I hope it works out!

I have thought about that. It is about a 3 hour drive to the rescue. But I would be willing to do it to see how Rosie reacts. I think I will email them and ask about that.

[aliciagee]

ya i agree i think maybe u should see the little girl and see how rosie and her react to each other! i know that at first when my husband brought home that little girl she was good for a day or two and then all of a sudden she was attacking him. i say whatever u do i hope and pray for the best for u and baby rosie! Good luck on everything!!!

[Jennxling]

I had a rescue before and she was not potty trained, always scared (pees when scared), nervous, etc. She had a lot of issues because she was neglected and abused. She was also from a breeder that bred her, but starved her.

First and foremost, it's rewarding to have a rescue (knowing that you saved her life), but it's also a LOT of work. I really don't think rescues are for me after my experience with her. However, when I took her in, I never thought of keeping her, I just wanted to get her in good shape and adopt her out. If I were to really pick a rescue to adopt as my own, I would have put more factors into consideration. I probably would pick an owner surrendered dog when I adopt.

Potty training is not the biggest challenge, I potty trained my previous rescue in 2-3 months! Just have to be consistent. It's the yelping and other psychological problems that are harder to fix. I don't know the background of the dog you're looking to rescue, but just know it's a lot of work. My previous rescue snapped at my dogs, but she gradually got used to them so there was never fights or anything. If you choose to rescue the dog, good luck!!

[Lil Sis]

Do what your heart tells you. Rosie will adjust and be happy. I honestly think it better to have two pets.

[Rachael1983]

This story was not of a yorkie but a cocker spaniel. I adopted a retired show dog from a breeder. She had no experience with children, she was potty trained, but was slow to warm up to people. She was a very mild mannered dog but lovely to say the least. If you are inclined to adopt from a breeder, IMO, this is a route that I would prefer. I always had access to her former owners, you don't really have an "abused" dog but there are challenges in various circumstances. I would go for it.