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02-03-2005, 08:58 PM | #1 |
Yorkie Talker Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Howell New Jersey
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| Dexter #2 Hi everyone! This past week has been so hard on me but luckily I found this site a couple weeks ago. You all have helped me so much and I will always be greatful. The breeder I purchased Dexter from called me today and said that I could come and get another puppy. I feel strange because I wanted another puppy but I am still so sad about losing Dexter. When the vet called me and told me Dexter had passed away, I called the breeder and was yelling about how they told me he was normal and he needed time to get used to his new home- one month later! I knew he was sick but I thought I could get him well. Anyway, I demanded I get my money back or a healthy puppy. And for some reason, I am ashamed to say, I didn't tell my son Dexter died. I knew I could tell him "Honey, he just looks a little differant because the doctor made him all better" I didn't want my son who will be 5 next Saturday to go through the heartache of losing the pup he loved! So today I picked up a new bundle of joy. He is a beautiful plump active puppy. When I got home from "the vet" with Dexter (#2) I told my son he gained some weight because his doctor gave him special food and medicine so he can be big and strong. I also told him he got a haircut. I had tears in my eyes watching them play. Wishing it could be the real Dexter and hoping I did the right thing. I don't like lying to my son but I couldn't break his heart. I feel at peace with it all now. I will always remember baby Dexter. I know he was to good for this world. I pray for him and our new baby too. I am so nervous with him, but he is healthy and I am praying he stays this way. So again thank you to all my new friends here who helped me through this and I know if I need any advise or support I can call on all of you! |
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02-03-2005, 09:16 PM | #2 |
YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: LA
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| When the time comes for you to admit to your son what happened, he will be accepting of how you took into consideration the heartache that he would have felt. Your son won't always be 5 and not able to deal with this. When he's older, he'll understand! Welcome Dexter #2. Can't wait to see photos!!
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02-03-2005, 09:32 PM | #3 |
The Royal Mommy Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: California
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| I agree with Lisa on this. My son is also five and I really don't know how I would handle this. I think you did just fine and like Lisa said, he will understand when he is old enough. I'm really glad the breeder gave you a new puppy. I can't wait to see pictures!!!
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02-03-2005, 10:53 PM | #4 |
YT 6000 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Seattle, WA
Posts: 6,238
| Yeah, it's bad enough for us, I can't imagine telling a 5 year old boy that his favorite buddy is gone! Glad to hear you got Dexter 2! |
02-04-2005, 04:21 AM | #5 |
YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Maryland
Posts: 861
| I think you're just being a sweet thoughtful mother, keeping your son's feelings in mind. Like others said, when he gets older and understands I'm sure he'll appreciate what you did for him. Congrats on getting Dexter # 2, can't wait for pics!
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02-04-2005, 04:48 AM | #6 |
Moderator Emeritus Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Tontitown Arkansas
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| You have a huge heart handeling the loss of Dexter with your son and replacing the puppy to now have Dexter 2. Your son is gonna grow up later and will learn the truth and he will understand. I am thankful the breeder replaced the puppy for you.
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