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I need Heart felt advice

Sorry I just read the update Good news for you. So glad Anna will have a home and you can be part of her life!!!
Pat & Riley
 
I would return her to her breeder, and then wait until I would be more established in life. IMO puppies are a 100% full time commitment, just like a baby or child. :lotsaluv:
 
I agree with Cathy. Your baby does deserve a full time commitment. There is another baby out there for you when the time is right. I know it is a hard decision, but this way you wouldn't have to worry about her when you are not there. If I had to be away, I would be worried senseless about her. She is so young that she would adjust just fine to a new family. I didn't get my Dixie until she was almost 11 weeks, and it was a perfect age for her and me... Just think about it.
 
Aw...Im so sorry! Such a tough decision, but yes, Id look at taking her back to breeder also, or else, finding her a really good home, one you are guaranteed will give her all the love that she deserves and more! She is only 10 wks, so she will easily settle somewhere else. Best of luck with all:confused:
 
I do not think 'watching' a dog is adequate for the very important first year of her life. When you return, you will not be her owner. Whoever has been minding her will be, as far as she is concerned. She will then have to go through the stress of being 'rehomed' to you. A 6 month wait is quite simply, TOO LONG. She will have no idea who you are, and her strong bonding for life will be to whoever cares for her NOW.

'Watching' her is also not acceptable. She will need vet care, formal training, housetraining, and life as an indoor dog -- not left in a garden. She will need daily socialising.

Please consider this from the viewpoint of this dog's future.
 
To be fair,your breeder is being very generous about this.If I were in your position,I would return the pup and allow her to have the chance of a loving home where all her needs can be met and where she forms part of a permanent unit.
Being "watched" just isn't adequate for a cavalier puppy.It takes major committment to raise a small pup and you know this yourself.I feel that this is not the right time for you to take this pup and once your career stabilises in a few months/year,perhaps Anna's breeder can keep you on her list for another pup.
Take your money back and put it to good use in setting up your new move,let the pup go where it's wanted,welcomed and truly loved.
Sins
 
Sorry but I have to agree with recent posts. Having had several dogs over the years, I can tell you that the first year or so makes a huge difference in how a dog becomes part of the family. There is training, socialization and so much more involved than just housing a pup. Your not being there for the next 6 months will be really difficult unless whoever homes her has had dogs before and has trained them from puppyhood.

Think carefully about your decision and do what is best for that precious little one who is depending upon you.


Heather R
 
Sorry kmatt but i also agree with the recent posts IMHO any dog needs stability just like a child but especially so at such a young age & Anna will naturally bond with whoever takes care of her inthe next 6months then be confused on your return, which could possibly cause behaviour problems.
As has been said a furbaby in the future when youre more settled& established in your career is maybe the best option for all:)
Good luck with this difficult decision,& i do feel for you
 
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