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Originally Posted by BonBon  Your post is really making me think, too. I just said something about responsibility and then I read your post. You make some excellent points, ones I hadn't really thought of before. What if the pet is unhappy and would do better in a different environment? Do they deserve that chance?
That must have been a very difficult decision for you, but it sounds like it was a good one for Pigpen and his new family.  |
It was very hard, for me. I loved him. I still get updates and pictures from his new family, They had to rename him Piglet bc the youngest wasn't able to say "pigpen" it came out as Piglet, so that was his new name. For the most part People pick Pets, Pets dont choose who they want to go with. If they are an active dog, and a nonactive family picks them, I think its kinda sad for the dog. Im not saying re home your pet, but I think sometimes it is best. In that case, But I think it should be done the right way. You should screen people, see their house, ask questions.. If you are going to do it make sure you do it the right way. I could have made more money than what I made on him, but it wasn't about that to me. It was making sure he would be taking care of, and making sure I don't have to worry about him. I don't, I know where he is at, I know he is loved and spoiled.
The best part of this family is knowing they wouldn't try to resell him. I told them that I had his papers, and they didn't even want the papers. Omg when they said that I was so happy! I was so worried of not finding him a good home. or have them trick me of being good people and then reselling him or something like that..
I think he did deserve a chance, I think he did deserve to be in a family, where I know he would excel in. Yes he was my choice and responsibility, but I also made sure he was going to a great home. Do I feel bad for re-homing him? Yes, but I feel better where he is at. So that's my take on rehoming.
I dont agree with rehoming but, if the dog you have can have a better life then I think you have to do what is best for the dog.