Puppy Adoption :(

[SophieKatesMom]

I am sorry to say that after two attempts to introduce Sophie Kate to the puppy I was potentially going to adopt it did not work out.

I am heartbroken, I wanted to add a baby to the family but Sophie Kate is just not open to it. On the second attempt she actually snarled and lunged at the puppy at that point the rescue decided it was not a good match (and I have to agree).

I am trying very hard not to be mad at Sophie Kate, she is only reacting the only way she knows how and that is my fault. I should have exposed her to more puppies before trying to adopt to see how she would react.

The rescue assured me they would have no problem finding another adopter and would have the puppy placed in no time.

Thank you all for your good thoughts and suggestion on how I can get Sophie Kate more comfortable around puppies would be appreciated. Maybe a puppy isn't what we need but a more mature dog.

[BabyGirl Rosie]

I am so sorry. Rosie acted terrible when I got mikki so I understand. Do not be discouraged, the "right" one will come along some day.

[jadabug]

I am so sorry I know how much you wanted this baby. I agree with Rhonda, the right baby is out there waiting for you. I am a firm believer in fate and you will find that perfect baby who is meant to be yours.

[sugarmamma]

Originally Posted by jadabug

I am so sorry I know how much you wanted this baby. I agree with Rhonda, the right baby is out there waiting for you. I am a firm believer in fate and you will find that perfect baby who is meant to be yours.

I found mine!!

Sugar Baby was a doggie disliker she lunged and snarled at every dog we have met (at least for the initial 10 minutes or so)

Until Curri.

She and Curri have been inseparable almost from day 1. Sugar has "half heartedly" snarled at Curri a time or two but that's it!! In 2 months time!

Your match is out there too. In the mean time socialize Sophie Kate as much as you can.

[TxVicki]

I am so sorry that it didn't work out with the puppy. Do you know how Sophie Kates get's along with older doggies? That may be an option getting one maybe in 2-3 yr. range?

I just know there is one out there for you and Sophie Kate.

[navillusc]

I am sorry about the puppy, but, I, too, believe perhaps this was not the match and that the 'right' one will become evident. I took Brody to meet Mia and the two were immediate friends and have remained so. Good luck...I know it's heartbreaking right now.

[Cherie6446]

I would loved to have gotten another pup when Gina was alive BUT she did not like dogs - cats yes. She didn't bite or growl but she would turn her head so as not to see the dog. She wouldn't even look at herself in a mirror. A neighbor needed me to take care of their new yorkie pup when they had an emergency in the family. They were gone for 9 days and Gina had 5 seizures. She wouldn't drink or eat for 3 days. That convinced me she would never accept another dog. Only after she passed did I consider getting a pup.
Don't be too harsh about KS- she is a princess and her love is enough.

[Cherie6446]

Oops! I meant Sophie Kate.

[Britster]

Sorry to hear.

Unfortunately, it's sometimes hard to say without giving it a few weeks. Our dog living at my moms house, where I lived, HATED Jackson for about 3 weeks. Completely ignored him, would snarl at him, and growl. Eventually they loved each other. Just because Sophie Kate acted this way with one dog does mean she'd be miserable with a puppy. Have hope! Maybe you could adopt an older dog?

[Wagirl98665]

Originally Posted by Britster

Sorry to hear.

Unfortunately, it's sometimes hard to say without giving it a few weeks. Our dog living at my moms house, where I lived, HATED Jackson for about 3 weeks. Completely ignored him, would snarl at him, and growl. Eventually they loved each other. Just because Sophie Kate acted this way with one dog does mean she'd be miserable with a puppy. Have hope! Maybe you could adopt an older dog?

Mine did the same thing and are still doing it, but for the most part get along. TIME is all you usually need. I think she gave up too soon, but just my opinion.

[horsnaround]

So sorry I know how much you wanted this pup .

[yorkietalkjilly]

I am so sorry that you could not get this puppy due to your little one's reaction. I had the same problem with my last Yorkie, Jilly. I loved Jilly so much I thought two little girls would be even more fun. So I took my time and got a wonderful little teddy bear of a Yorkie girl who Jilly loved at first - until the puppy grew to be larger & stronger than Jilly & could push her around. Jilly hated that! She began to fuss & snarl & bare her teeth at Teddy when she came near her & finally just retreated to the top of the back of the couch in the den where she stayed all the time Teddy was not out pottying or playing! She wouldn't eat much of anything, lost considerable weight, lost coat, kept her ears back & her tail down, stopped playing with any of her toys, chewed nervously on her ankles & paws, & generally stopped living life until finally, 9 weeks into having Teddy, I had to rehome her. It just broke my heart.

Teddy was a beautiful, sturdy, healthy little doll of a Yorkshire Terrier with a lovely head & body. She moved like a dream even as a 6 month old & was already so athletic. She was darn near perfection! And what a little lover she was! It broke my heart to have to give her up - but I would have done anything to get my little Jilly out of her depression and see her happy once again. I found out about a wonderful couple who wanted an older puppy and they were delighted to have the chance to get an already housebroken, trained, beautiful little girl with her whole life ahead of her.

The MOMENT Teddy went out the door with her happy mommie & daddy, Jilly came down from the couch & resumed our life together, happy once again. Her world was back to normal. She never looked for Teddy or acted like she even knew what I was talking about when I would mention Teddy to her - ask her if she missed Teddy or where Teddy was - just stare back at me with a stoney look in her eye.

I should have known better because Jilly never liked other dogs but I thought once Teddy had been here a while, she would warm to her & begin to love her. Instead, it almost killed Jilly because she was pining for her old life with me & just refused to change her ways. So Jilly lived out the rest of her years here with me happy as a clam and never looked back. And neither did I once I saw Jilly's turnaround. As long as Jilly was happy, so was I.

Maybe your girl will let you try again one day. I never had the heart to try for another as I didn't want to take the chance of getting my hopes up all over again & besides, Jilly was enough. Anything for Jilly.

[concretegurl]

Some kids eant to be only children until they know one that is petfect enough to share Mom with.

Socializing in the mean time is a great idea, I've noticed some dogs just have zero tollerance for puppies though.

It'll all work out when it's meant to be, help it along but know she's just looking out for her pack.

[kjc]

I think a lot of older dogs see puppies as some kind of alien life form! And something else I find strange: When adding to my pack, I didn't know it but Peek has a color preference. He really relates to Sapphire, who is black and gold like him, but he ignores (for the most part) Tink who is silver and Infinity the Biewer. In all, they get along, but we do have an occassional argument here and there.

I'm so sorry this puppy didn't work out for you.... but do keep trying, as long as Sophie Kate is not so adversely affected by the new dog. Be sure to give her more attention than any newcomer, and treat her when she behaves well in the pressence of a new dog.

[SophieKatesMom]

Thank you all for the suggestion, I have got to social Sophie Kate more with dogs. She does know and love a few of our neighbor dogs, most of which are elderly (10+ years). Her Dad pointed that out last night when we were talking about the puppy and maybe Sophie Kate just prefer older men (her Mom always did).

As far as giving up to soon, I may have but we tried twice in two different enviroments hoping for the best situation. Since the puppy is in a rescue it is not just a case of me giving up but the rescue has to be on board with me adopting also, they were not after the second meeting.

Thank you all for your encouragement, I need to just figure out what type of dog would work best in our family and then move forward.

A funny story, at the rescue there is a older white dog who has been there awhile- he is pretty rough around the edges missing teeth and some scars on this face. The minute we walked out of the meeting room yesterday Sophie Kate RAN up to him and gave him a big old kiss.