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Originally Posted by docmartin  She has not displayed the food removal habit from her bowl for over eight months now and never minds it being picked up mid-meal, if we've forgotten the pro-biotic for example. Essentially her nature is gentle and submissive, but she now gets very quiet and reclusive if either of us goes out. For instance this morning Mom's gone to work and she's curled in a little ball on her bed looking very sorry for herself just now. I'd hoped another dog would help keep her active when this occurs. She will play for a little while with me, but then quietly exits to mom's room and the default mourning mood.
Friday night I was out and the same attitude applied apparently. I think a few dress rehearsals with the pup may be a good thing to try in a few weeks or so. I'm lucky having that option through friendship, available.
My pal also knows her little 'Doxie' would gain a loving home with two retired parents to cherish what has become a surrogate pup for her too. I really think that if we decline, she'll keep her anyway and in that respect is hoping one way or another I'll make the decision for her...
In conclusion I would only ever do whats right for Crystal. It's her home and happiness that is paramount in any determination, which I feel is only fair. |
I'm glad she's not feeling the need to guard her resources anymore due to having made some fundamental changes in how she regards her role in her current living situation. She's come a long way and all that could be forever settled in her psyche with two strong, loving leaders in her life now. But any time a new puppy is brought into the house, new owners understand it could change the pack dynamic in the home as the other dog sees it and cause some regression or bring out new issues. But if that happens, you know that could be a possibility and will be prepared to deal with it. I wouldn't be worried about it - it's just doggie nature for some dogs and may not ever surface again, especially if she adores the addition to her home. She may love sharing her space, things and people with a new, rambunctious puppy and enjoy having another of her species about to keep her company and play with. Most dogs seem to love having another dog about the house even if there are some bumps in the road occasionally. I hope if you do get him, things go very easily with the two of them bonding and he settles in quickly.
I'd love to see any pictures you might snap of this little guy!!!
