Fed up of your dog? just trade him for another
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I have a years lease.I doubt it not for a year.People get attached.He is a great dog they wouldnt want to give him up.I even looked into sending him out on a co own but they never work out.I am owed a GSD from the breeder that got Amber.I am a stable home.Once I am out of here all will be fine.This dog has not been bounced around.He went from breeder to me.Anyways my ad didnt say trade only.It said sell or trade.
And about my number Chaz has rules about posting it.So what if it is on my ad it doesnt need to be here.
And about my number Chaz has rules about posting it.So what if it is on my ad it doesnt need to be here.
There's also Amber, the female GSD puppy that was boarded and then claimed by the person boarding her....who wasn't the breeder. But this same breeder (I believed you referred to the person as a "jerk") is going to give you another shepherd puppy. The whole story is very bizarre. This other breeder that now owns Amber must be a real winner. 
Oh well I am done explaining myself to strangers.Thanks to my ex I got rid of Sasha and Rosco.My Mastiff died after a fight with Parvo.My shepherd I have no choice unless I can move in with someone else which I looked into.It was fun here till members started changing and think they are hollier than though.I had a controlling ex.I fought to spend time with my kid.Now it has changed and now I have strangers making me feel the way he used to.Like I need this ****.
Why do you keep on about how awful your life was? Do you not think others have had terrible hands dealt to them as well? That's just not the point!
The point it you are NOT in the position financially to own a dog right now..
I understand you giving up your dog so you don't end up on the streets.. who wouldn't understand that!? Sometimes there really isn't anything else you can do..
However you DO NOT have to bring another dog into this situation at this time! Wait until you are more financially stable to do that.. ANYTHING might come up even if you do get a small breed.. there are still other things that require lots if money.. like someone else mentioned here.. If you are really in such a rough spot right now and need the money, take the $1800 and keep it for food, rent and bills instead of bringing another pup into an unstable environment!
The point it you are NOT in the position financially to own a dog right now..
I understand you giving up your dog so you don't end up on the streets.. who wouldn't understand that!? Sometimes there really isn't anything else you can do..
However you DO NOT have to bring another dog into this situation at this time! Wait until you are more financially stable to do that.. ANYTHING might come up even if you do get a small breed.. there are still other things that require lots if money.. like someone else mentioned here.. If you are really in such a rough spot right now and need the money, take the $1800 and keep it for food, rent and bills instead of bringing another pup into an unstable environment!
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Just an example. I adopted Smokey at the end of June. I have spent $1527.63 on her so far, for Vets, food, Flea Meds, Heart Worm pills, antiobiotics when she was bitten and another bout with a foot infection........ There is no way I could afford that, if I was trying to get along on $5 or 6 hundred dollars a month. I would have had to return the dog to the Rescue Shelter. Having a dog is not cheap....
First of all, good for you for getting out of an abusive relationship; I know that can be difficult!
Second, if your dog is from a reputable kennel, doesn't the kennel want him back so they can rehome him? Do they know that you'll have to give him up? If not, tell them and maybe they can take him back or find a foster home.
Thirdly, maybe pet insurance would be a good idea. My cats have a plan that's only $10 a month per cat. Then if there's an emergency, you won't be overwhelmed with vet bills.
Fourthly, I think the dog trading thing is . . . disturbing. Rehoming a dog is sometimes necessary, but trading one? They aren't jelly bracelets for kids on the playground to swap! And by "trading" your dog, you are sending it to someone who is willing to give up their dog, probably because it has behavioral problems or because they see dogs as fashion accessories (aka Paris Hilton Syndome.)
Do you really want you loving companion to go to someone like that? Try contacting a German shepherd club or rescue group in your area if you absolutely can't keep your dog!
Second, if your dog is from a reputable kennel, doesn't the kennel want him back so they can rehome him? Do they know that you'll have to give him up? If not, tell them and maybe they can take him back or find a foster home.
Thirdly, maybe pet insurance would be a good idea. My cats have a plan that's only $10 a month per cat. Then if there's an emergency, you won't be overwhelmed with vet bills.
Fourthly, I think the dog trading thing is . . . disturbing. Rehoming a dog is sometimes necessary, but trading one? They aren't jelly bracelets for kids on the playground to swap! And by "trading" your dog, you are sending it to someone who is willing to give up their dog, probably because it has behavioral problems or because they see dogs as fashion accessories (aka Paris Hilton Syndome.)
Do you really want you loving companion to go to someone like that? Try contacting a German shepherd club or rescue group in your area if you absolutely can't keep your dog!
I agree with everyone who thinks you should wait til your on your feet again to have a dog. Everyone has had some rough things happen in life and you make sacrifices to get through it. Do you know anyone who would be willing to take care of him until you have a better situation. If that were me I would be calling friends and family and see if someone would be nice enough to watch him for me.
One thing that strikes me as odd though is if you need to rehome him due to your personal reasons, why trade him for a dog for your boyfriend? I'm not saying that I agree at all with trading dogs but why trade for a breed that your boyfriend wants? Sounds like he's being the one who's selfish to me. Unless it's your choice to trade for a dog he wants. But if it was me I would be doing what I can to help myself and my child first.
I really hope that things get better for you and sorry that you are in that situation right now. I hope for the best!
One thing that strikes me as odd though is if you need to rehome him due to your personal reasons, why trade him for a dog for your boyfriend? I'm not saying that I agree at all with trading dogs but why trade for a breed that your boyfriend wants? Sounds like he's being the one who's selfish to me. Unless it's your choice to trade for a dog he wants. But if it was me I would be doing what I can to help myself and my child first.
I really hope that things get better for you and sorry that you are in that situation right now. I hope for the best!
Lisa, honestly I can understand why you can't keep this boy. It's a messed-up situation but there ARE options out there. Co ownerships DO work out, or nobody would ever sell dogs on them. What about his breeder? If he is as well bred as you say, his breeder would surely take him back. It's a shame that this dog will have to go through the stress of being placed in a new home
However, you never answered my question - WHY do you want to get another dog? Dogs are lovely, but in your situation the last thing I would be looking to do is get another mouth to feed, another life to take responsibility for. Look out for you and your kid, and add a dog to the family when the time is right. This whole "trade" thing baffles me. If you could have $1800 that would go towards GETTING OUT of that place or another dog which will only cost you money in the long run, why wouldn't you take the $1800? I hate seeing dogs sold simply for monetary gain but in this case, taking the money would be the logical choice.
However, you never answered my question - WHY do you want to get another dog? Dogs are lovely, but in your situation the last thing I would be looking to do is get another mouth to feed, another life to take responsibility for. Look out for you and your kid, and add a dog to the family when the time is right. This whole "trade" thing baffles me. If you could have $1800 that would go towards GETTING OUT of that place or another dog which will only cost you money in the long run, why wouldn't you take the $1800? I hate seeing dogs sold simply for monetary gain but in this case, taking the money would be the logical choice.
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I am going to ask this question for the third time as it keeps getting OVERLOOKED !
WHY CAN'T YOUR GSD BE RETURNED TO THE ORIGINAL BREEDER?!?!?!?!
And then maybe you can get him back when you are able
!WHY CAN'T YOUR GSD BE RETURNED TO THE ORIGINAL BREEDER?!?!?!?!
And then maybe you can get him back when you are able
i know how hardit can be. i make about 600 a month and i have 300 rent, 100 car insurance, 32 is taken out each check for medical. that leaves roughly 168 for gas and food and groceries for me and my dog and rat.
since i have a small car it only takes about 30 for two weeks and i can skimp on myself once in a while to make my animals happy. all the rest goes for video games *reaaaaaally want guitar hero 2* and for medical emergencies for my animal. not to mention i still owe 2000 for my car's repairs. it can be done but it takes a lot of sacrifice and work. i'm 20 *turned it this last july* and i clip coupons, buy off brand stuff, wait for sales and store hop to get best prices. i even work extra days if it looks bad for the next month. if you need help figureing out a way to save money you can pm me. it's not much bugt i'm really good at saveing money especially when moneys tight. did you know a lot of local buisnesses would be willing to donate food at the end of the day if they know your situation?
i have lived out on the streets relying on friends and even on people i didn't know. and it's hard but you can do it if you try
since i have a small car it only takes about 30 for two weeks and i can skimp on myself once in a while to make my animals happy. all the rest goes for video games *reaaaaaally want guitar hero 2* and for medical emergencies for my animal. not to mention i still owe 2000 for my car's repairs. it can be done but it takes a lot of sacrifice and work. i'm 20 *turned it this last july* and i clip coupons, buy off brand stuff, wait for sales and store hop to get best prices. i even work extra days if it looks bad for the next month. if you need help figureing out a way to save money you can pm me. it's not much bugt i'm really good at saveing money especially when moneys tight. did you know a lot of local buisnesses would be willing to donate food at the end of the day if they know your situation?
i have lived out on the streets relying on friends and even on people i didn't know. and it's hard but you can do it if you try
What I don't understand is if your boyfriend has the means to care for a big dog like a rottweiler, why can't he care for your German shepherd? You said he doesn't like the breed. Okay. But can't he TEMPORARILY care for the dog? You love the dog, right? Doesn't that matter to him? That you have to give up a dog you love when he has the means to keep it?
You said he doesn't like the breed. Okay. But can't he TEMPORARILY care for the dog? You love the dog, right? Doesn't that matter to him? That you have to give up a dog you love when he has the means to keep it?- Status