 A $100 puppy....
I think one of the hardest things to do is walk away...I couldn't and ended up with a real sweetheart. He too was shy - only when I picked him up did he respond to me. After about 30 minutes, he was "kissing" me on my neck and that locked it in. I took him home, took him to my vet, and have had him for 6years. He's a Yorkie/Shih Tzu mix and I call him my "special needs" guy. He was 8 weeks old when I got him and, because I was my own boss, I took him to work with me. My Father-in-Law built a playpen for him - I would teach my classes, oftentimes with him on my lap sleeping. As he got older, my husband and I decided that I needed to be home with him so I've been a "stay at home Mom'' for 5 years. He is greatly loved by his Mom and Dad and his Grandparents. My Mother-in-Law will whip out his picture in a heartbeat and show people her "Grandson." He's still shy and he has anxiety attacks when it storms or when he has to ride in the car but overall, he's a pretty neat little guy. The strange part? I purchased a "back carrier" and he will ride all day with us on the motorcycle.....
I too hate the puppy mills...and don't know have a clue as to what the answer is about how to put them out of business. However, my heart goes out to the poor little "guys and gals" that are left with people like that. Would I purchase another baby in the situation mine was in? Yes, probably because this little guy is my world and I think I have given him a life he would have never experienced. Let's face it, if a puppy doesn't meet some people's expectations, they are quick to get rid of them. Do I wish Squeaky was more outgoing? Yes, but I don't love him any less...if anything, I love him more. So, I guess it's one of those things that you have to work out for yourself. |