When should a pet be re-homed?

[LDMomma]

The short answer is: anytime it's better for the pet.

I have also rehomed two pets. I would never consider Craigslist.

The first, was a beautiful white German Shepard. I was young and definitely not prepared for the dog. I only got him in the first place because someone else was going to put him to sleep (via bullet) since he was white. I figured I could help him out. I lived in a one bedroom apartment, worked full time, had no idea how to have dog, but I gave it a go. I got all his shots, got him neutered, enrolled in training classes and everything but it was just too much for me and him. Also, he was deaf. I ended up re-homing him to a very small family farm that already had two much loved GSD's.

I also re-homed a cat/kitten. She went to a co-worker of mine. It's been 6 years now, and she's very happy/healthy.

[Haley5392]

We're having a puppy!

HELP NEEDED ASAP
Please help! After two long years of being on a waiting list for a dog, we have been notified by breed rescue that, at long last, our number has come up and ... WE ARE HAVING A PUPPY!

We must get rid of our children IMMEDIATELY because we just know how time consuming our new little puppy is going to be and it just wouldn't be fair to the children. Since our little puppy will be arriving on Monday we MUST place the children up for adoption this weekend!

They are described as:
One male -- his name is Tommy, Caucasian (English/Irish mix), light blonde hair, blue eyes. Four years old. Excellent disposition. He doesn't bite. Temperament tested. Does have problems with peeing directly in the toilet. Has had chicken Pox and is current on all shots. Tonsils have already been removed. Tommy eats everything, is very clean, house trained and gets along well with others. Does not run with scissors and with a little training he should be able to read soon.

One female -- her name is Lexie, Caucasian (English/Irish mix), strawberry blonde hair, green eyes quite freckled. Two years old. Can be surly at times. Non-biter, thumb sucker. Has been temperament tested but needs a little attitude adjusting occasionally. She is current on all shots, tonsils out, and is very healthy and can be affectionate. Gets along well with other little girls and little boys but does not like to share her toys and therefore would do best in a one child household. She is a very quick learner and is currently working on her house training. Shouldn't take long at all.

We really do LOVE our children so much and want to do what's right for them. That is why we contacted a rescue group. But we simply can no longer keep them. Also, we are afraid that they may hurt our new puppy.

I hope you understand that ours is a UNIQUE situation and we have a real emergency here! They MUST be placed into your rescue by Sunday night at the latest or we will be forced to drop them off at the orphanage or along some dark, country road. Our priority now has to be our new puppy.

-- Author Unknown

I found this on the internet and it is sad. Because my dogs to me are like kids, so this is what it'd be like if I'd have to re-home for the reason of a baby. Which I would never consider, but that is me. Hope ya'll enjoy.

[J_is_my_initial]

Last year, I had to rehome my boston terrier. Against my hubby's advice, I wanted a dog that was a little bigger than our chi and yorkie. I love Sophie (now Katie) to death. But the problem was I have health problems that cause me to have broken bones very easily. Hubby saw bruises on my hip and thighs where she had stepped on me when in bed or jumping. He went ballistic and sd the dog had to go. My mom loves boston terriers (actually most dogs) and has 2 large fenced yards. She also has several other dogs near Sophie's size. So he asked Mom to take her. She agreed and I can see Sophie anytime I want. She seems very happy. We did get another pup not long after, our pom. He is a better fit for our family. It was hard to make the decision but it was best for all of us.

I told hubby that in our area, so many people are saying the are rehoming due to moving on CL that Knoxville will be a lot less populated soon.

[DiChloe]

The only way Chloe would be rehomed.... is my DEATH!! period... you cannot give away your children when you get tired of them.... so, i would NEVER EVER give away my baby, at least not willingly.... After saying that... the lady in CL is a different story, may God bless her and help her find a loving family for her baby.