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Originally Posted by Gwyn  I wasn't trying to be offensive...if that is the way it sounded please forgive me. I would be happy to take your baby. My Amos (tiny toy poodle) would love the companionship. However, please understand that many times there is an "oh, by the way we're asking $$$" attached to postings. I was just preparing for the moment. If you will reconsider my offer to take your baby we would be very happy to come and bring her home to our lives. We are retired and have all the time in the world to play with her. |
I didn't take it that you were being crass or unseemly myself and here's why. It's less painful to the one hoping to get the dog sometimes. If money to going to exchange hands for a dog, as it usually does, I personally have no problem with that just being flat out asked about as that is a big portion of the budget for some, especially retirees, and price can actually dictate whether or not they pursue the dog. Why build up hopes, dreams and anticipation asking a lot of questions, waiting for answers, getting excited, and then find out the price is way to high for your budget? You immediately crash to the ground and that dog is now lost forever to you. It's just so sad!!! It's easier on the heart to just know that up front. BTW, good luck and I hope you can meet the OP's qualifications to buy the dog and can give her a forever home with you and your poodle baby.