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Seeking a new home for my silky terrier

Discussion in 'Jobs and Help Wanted' started by Liskey, Jan 19, 2006.

  1. Liskey

    Liskey New Member

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    Looking for a good home for my silky terrier (looks like yorkies, but a bit bigger at 11 pounds), about 8 yrs old. She was a rescue. Due to a new baby and going back to work full-time, I just do not have the time, energy or attention for her anymore. If interested, please email me.

    Lisa
     
  2. latka

    latka Active Member

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    You're kidding, right?
     
  3. Liskey

    Liskey New Member

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    Why would I be kidding? I'm interested in serious candidates who can give her a good home. I'm also in the process of working with a silky rescue team in finding her a good home, but it would be nice if she could stay locally. She's home alone during the days (I used to stay home), so she gets bored and is biting herself raw out of boredom. How is trying to find her a good home instead of letting her self-destruct a bad thing?
     
  4. tyger31

    tyger31 Member

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    There are lots of dog walkers in the area who can give your dog a walk during the day.
     
  5. Pats_fan

    Pats_fan Former Resident

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    Liskey, take a look at some previous threads along these lines and you will find a lot of people who, regardless of the circumstances, will assail you for getting rid of a pet after you have raised it. You'll hear arguments like, "you wouldn't get rid of your child, would you???" Just stand by...
     
  6. Liskey

    Liskey New Member

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    Sigh. I guess I never thought I'd be a person who would seek a new home for my pet, but I think it's more selfish to keep her at this point. She's used to getting a lot of attention, so I just thought I'd try and do something right by her.

    Thanks, Pats_fan for your support. It's not an easy decision for me, but it's better than seeing her so unhappy because she's alone so much of the day. I don't think a simple dog walker is the answer. She's just used to sitting with me or being with me all day. I guess posting here wasn't a good idea.
     
  7. latka

    latka Active Member

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    More than likely, your dog is not chewing out of boredom, but because she is allergic to her food. Try feeding her a kibble that doesn't have corn in it and I would bet the chewing will diminish.
     
  8. Dixie

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    Liskey, You do what is right for you and don't be put off by other's opinions. I am a owner of a maltese and shih tzu so I know about the love connection between small breeds and thier owners so I don't say this without a heavy heart for you. This must be a very difficult decision for you. I have every confidence you will find her a good and loving home. I commend you for doing this responsibly some would just "dump" the poor thing.
     
  9. DAD4

    DAD4 New Member

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    You also have my support. Don't get discouraged, and I hope that you find you're pet a good home.
     
  10. latka

    latka Active Member

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    Did you ever find a home for your 3 cats?? Sorry I can't support that kind of pet ownership.
     
  11. Liskey

    Liskey New Member

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    Thanks everyone for your support. We've kept the cats, because I refuse to give them up to any shelter or any organization that would put them to sleep. We don't condone that. However, with our dog, she needs more attention and care than our cats do. Also, when they do start to self-destruct (and there's nothing wrong with her physically according to her vet), that breaks my heart. So, is it fair to keep her home all day alone when I know that's not best for her?

    Again, thanks to those of you who understand that I'm trying to do what's best for my dog, not what's the most convenient. As for the others, sorry you don't "approve" of my decision. But, I'm not asking for your approval. I'm just trying to seek a loving home for my dog. If you can't help with that, kindly keep your judgments and opinions to yourself.
     
  12. latka

    latka Active Member

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    You have tried to give away of 4 pets of yours on this message board(despite the fact that you stated you never would have thought you would be the type that would just this morning). I understand that there are legitimate situations where one might have to find a new home for their pet. In your situation, you have taken on the responsibility of 4 animals, all of which you wish to give up, stating different reasons. As long as I have my 1st amendment rights. I will express my opinion in a public forum as I wish.
     
  13. Liskey

    Liskey New Member

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    Well, that's fine. I just thought trying to find a good home when my situation at home got tough was a good thing, but I didn't know what I was opening myself up for.

    This forum is really rough on people and people sure are quick to judge, instead of help.

    Anyway, thanks for the support of those who understood. I think I'll quit the forums now.
     
  14. mamatothree

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    How cruel and insensitive! Your first amendment rights don't give you the right to attack someone! Walk a mile in your brother's moccassins before you are so quick to judge!
     
  15. Dixie

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    AMEN mamatothree !! latka, go away.....
     
  16. latka

    latka Active Member

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    Actually my 1st amendment rights do give me the right to express my opinion and having a verbal or written disagreement with someone is protected speech ...you may need a refresher on the constitution. As far as me being insensitive, that may be the case, but I assume Liskey is an adult and can deal with criticizm. We all pass judgement, even you Mamatothree. You might think it is perfectly alright to take on the responsibiliy of pet ownership which, I believe, should be for life and then when you no longer have the "energy" or "time" for the pet, give them away but, I find that insensitive.



     
  17. nutria

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    As someone who lives and works in this country 'by choice' rather than 'by right', I find the spiteful postings of a (sad) few on these fora very disappointing. It seems that there are people whose viewpoint on life has become so skewed as to look *up* their noses at people; assuming that others feel themselves above them and therefore that they are justified in 'getting their retaliation in first'. No doubt these people are proud of their ability to 'call' people on their pretensions and congratulate themselves for 'keeping it real', when in fact, all they are doing is taking cheap shots at people who are wide open - usually because they are asking for help - and then scurrying back to hide behind their 'rights'. If 'patriotism is the last resort of the scoundrel' then 'the first amendment is the first resort of the mean-spirited'. I don't necessarily agree with the old saw that 'if you can't think of anything nice to say, don't say anything at all' but all the same, you cannot help but wish that some people would keep their internal monologues to themselves a bit more often.
     
  18. flynnibus

    flynnibus Well-Known Member Forum Staff

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    Not here it isn't. While this is in public view, it is not a public space.

    But that's besides the point..

    Keep that in the back of your mind the next time you have a life altering change...

    And there is a difference between critism and being negative.

    -Steve
     
  19. latka

    latka Active Member

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    I've probably had more life altering experiences than you know. My youngest daughter had cancer and was on chemotherapy therapy for a year. Even through that, I found the time and energy to care for all my family members because that is what I do. Maybe a little history is in order. Before I had my children I was a vet tech and I would often see people who would look to relinquish the care of their pets when they made changes in their lives, like have their first baby. Those same people would come in a few years later with a new puppy or kitten. Sorry but if you want a pet you better realize it is a lifetime commitment that is very similar to having children. If that is a problem for you, don't make that commitment.
     
  20. boomertsfx

    boomertsfx Booyakasha!

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    Amen brutha. I understand your viewpoint... my wife worked at a SPCA facility and it's really sad to see animals basically thrown away like simple possessions. I think the OP is putting forth a good effort to try and find a good home for the dog, but I agree that it is fishy being the forth animal offered up and all.
     

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