Former owner wants him back

[LDandPasquale]

Congratulations!!! i would pay for what she paid for the dog...however i would not pay for what she has spent in vet bills. That is part of being a dog owner...and at the time..SHE was the owner. Besides...you'll probably be paying for dental surgery soon for the dog, if anything..she should pay you!

[speleogirl37]

Congrats!! I am so glad you get to keep your doggie

[Trixter]

yAAAAYYYYY!!!!! you should not have to pay for past vet bills. If this were a car (and I know its not) you would not pay for past repairs. Get it in writing and pay her by check. Good Luck! Now let's see this furbaby!!!

[MauiGirl]

All's well that ends well. Sounds like everybody is happy now, so enjoy your little guy.

[QuickSilver]

Yeah, I definitely overpaid for him, especially considering the dental work he needs. What can I say, I'm a wuss. I was the one who suggested the sale originally, and I barely had the nerve to do that.

It ended up being about what I expected originally, so I'm fine with it. I'll work on the backbone later.

Anyway, I have a xeroxed copy of the check, and the dog, so I should be all set! I'm very excited. I'm teaching him how to get treats out of his treat ball this week. As I've mentioned, he's not the brightest dog in the world. He sees me put treats INTO the ball, and he gets very excited when treats come OUT of the ball, but it hasn't occurred to him that he could get the treats himself. So far I've trained him to touch the ball with his paw, and I give him an extra big treat if he actually moves it.

[JJinjersey]

I'm soooo happy you got to keep your little boy!!! I could not imagine giving up my little Bryan.....he has totally consumed my whole life and I'm ok with that because he give the best kisses in the world!!! Do you have any children? I live in NY and this is a very dog friendly city....I wonder why she didn't want to take him with her...oh well better for you and him.....ENJOY him.....my Bryan is the best boyfriend I've ever had LOL!

[Ashley V]

Originally Posted by QuickSilver

Yeah, I definitely overpaid for him, especially considering the dental work he needs. What can I say, I'm a wuss. I was the one who suggested the sale originally, and I barely had the nerve to do that.

It ended up being about what I expected originally, so I'm fine with it. I'll work on the backbone later.

Anyway, I have a xeroxed copy of the check, and the dog, so I should be all set! I'm very excited. I'm teaching him how to get treats out of his treat ball this week. As I've mentioned, he's not the brightest dog in the world. He sees me put treats INTO the ball, and he gets very excited when treats come OUT of the ball, but it hasn't occurred to him that he could get the treats himself. So far I've trained him to touch the ball with his paw, and I give him an extra big treat if he actually moves it.

Awww you lil boy is probably smarter than you think lol. I thought Smokey wasn't the brightest either, but he was never worked with. Each dog learns in different ways. Once you find the way that works best for you individual dog, he could be trained for that specific command in a day. Watch for things that he does on his own and make it a trick. The first trick I taught Smokey was "dance". Smokey when he wanted attention, he would stand up on his hind legs and move his front paws. Once I rewarded that behavior and added a word to it, he learned it in a day. It took me months to figure out how to teach him down and I finally figured it out and it took me 15 minutes once I figured it out. It just takes trial and error.

[crystalsmom]

I am so happy for you, you are such a doll and although you didn't need to pay vet bills, he was so worth it. I think in the beginning she was just using you for free boarding until she got settled......then when she knew the costs and the problems with her room mate she decided she had no choice. All I can say is I pity her roommate.

[mypresentellie]

So SO So happy for you! We are all cheering for your little one! Hope to hear all the details soon!

[msjagg]

I would keep the dog!!!! No way is she responsible enough to take care of him. I'd pay her the amount you agreed to, if she can provide receipts and explain that he needs expensive surgery. This is a re-homing not a new puppy for sale here. You two made a deal, Tell her Puppies are not play things that you get to see a couple hours a day and then you leave him and go home. If she still wants him back I would charge her for food, vet care, and dog sitting fees @$40 bucks a day for however long you've had him. Heck @ a doggie day care dogs don't get 90 minutes of exercise,loving,a super nice bed,rides in the car, ( You get the idea) and real human bonding!! You two do not have a legal agreemant only a verbal one. Make her an offer, if she balks, take the dog,walk and tell her to go to the devil!! But, keep YOUR dog!!! Let us know what happens, Blessings, Baron's Mom

[msjagg]

Sorry, I'm sleep challenged and should've read ALL of the above posts instead of skipping through. I' am soo HAPPY that your little guy is yours forever and ever... CONGRATULATIONS to you both!!! Post pictures soon, Blessings and Merry Christmas.... Baron's Mom and I think your back-bone just got stronger!!

[rontiss1]

ME TOO. I AM PRAYING SHE WILL NOT WANT HIM. MAYBE ITS JUST A WHIM. I WILL BE THINKING OF YOU. GELISE

[QuickSilver]

Thank you again, everyone! My mom is coming for Christmas, and she is a great photographer, so I should have pictures soon.

I've decided to call him "Thor". He needs the confidence of a big name. I look at him and the name definitely fits... it's a little embarrassing calling him to come in front of other people, but that's who he is, what can I do?

[LilMissy]

Love the name you picked! Thor is perfect

[chloesMama]

Thor....I LIKE IT