[Dexter's Mom]

Hi everyone! This past week has been so hard on me but luckily I found this site a couple weeks ago. You all have helped me so much and I will always be greatful. The breeder I purchased Dexter from called me today and said that I could come and get another puppy. I feel strange because I wanted another puppy but I am still so sad about losing Dexter. When the vet called me and told me Dexter had passed away, I called the breeder and was yelling about how they told me he was normal and he needed time to get used to his new home- one month later! I knew he was sick but I thought I could get him well. Anyway, I demanded I get my money back or a healthy puppy. And for some reason, I am ashamed to say, I didn't tell my son Dexter died. I knew I could tell him "Honey, he just looks a little differant because the doctor made him all better" I didn't want my son who will be 5 next Saturday to go through the heartache of losing the pup he loved! So today I picked up a new bundle of joy. He is a beautiful plump active puppy. When I got home from "the vet" with Dexter (#2) I told my son he gained some weight because his doctor gave him special food and medicine so he can be big and strong. I also told him he got a haircut. I had tears in my eyes watching them play. Wishing it could be the real Dexter and hoping I did the right thing. I don't like lying to my son but I couldn't break his heart. I feel at peace with it all now. I will always remember baby Dexter. I know he was to good for this world. I pray for him and our new baby too. I am so nervous with him, but he is healthy and I am praying he stays this way. So again thank you to all my new friends here who helped me through this and I know if I need any advise or support I can call on all of you!