Shoud I get rid of my dog who I love so much?

Question

Ok my parents are driving my crazy because they say they cant go out anymore because of my dog. We don't travel anymore or stay at hotels like we used to every year because:

a) There isn't anyone who wants to take care of her except grandma but she is old and I can't leave her that responsibility anymore.

b) My dog is a little aggressive with strangers, and people are afraid of her.

c) I can't leave her with a Veterinarian, or "pet hotel" for a few weeks because my parents thinks it's too expensive.

My parents want me to get rid of her, but I don't want to leave her in a animal refugee, she can get killed there, and I really don't trust anyone who can take good care of her. People don't care much for their pets here. Also my parents say that when they travel I am going to stay home with my dog which I DON'T want to do because I like to travel too.I don't want to get rid of my dog. I LOVE her TOO much and she loves me too. I will be very sad if I leave her.What can I do?

If I find a nice elder couple I could give it to them, but it's so hard it's sad.

Plus she is a mutt and I can't sell her for a good price.

Answer 1

1. If your family wants to travel, look on the internet for pet-friendly hotels at your destination city. They usually require a small additional deposit or fee for bringing the dog, and they usually do not allow you to leave the dog alone in the room. Many cafes also allow you to bring dogs if you're dining outside on the patio or sidewalk tables.

2. If you take a trip once a year, then save up your own money to pay for a "pet hotel", kennel, or veterinarian while you're away. Then your parents can't complain it's too expensive if it's your own money.

3. Bottom line is, if you love your dog as much as you say you do, then you'll have to be willing to do whatever it takes to keep her. Even if the above two options don't work and you have to stay home and give up your vacation, then do it. I would rather give up vacations than give up my dog.

Besides, how fun would it be to have the house to yourself while your parents are on vacation? And you can take your dog to the park every day and have mini-vacations, just the two of you.

Good luck!

Answer 2

This is what you do. think of a fundraiser to get money. Such as wash cars or mow people's lawns. Take that money you work to get to buy the dog a little fenced in area for the dog. Make sure you get the dog a piece of wood or plastic to make a cover over the area to sheild the dog from the sun. Ask your parents to help you put the fence up. Then, when you go on trips, you can leave the dog in the fenced in area while your gone. Just leave a big bowl of food and water for the dog. The dog will be fine in the area while your gone. When you come back from the trip, all you have to do is wash the dog and take him on a long walk. This way you can keep your dog and not have to worry about someone taking care of him. You buying the dog a fenced area will help with keeping the dog. If you are gone longer than a week, have you grandmother come over and let him take a walk for a few minutes and let the dog exercise. (hint: put the fenced area under a tree, it will keep the dog cooler in the hot months.

Answer 3

well it depends i personally could never do that to my dog but you should have known that when you buy a pet there are some sacrifices to be made. I say once you buy a pet that pet is your responsibility until it dies and you should love it and treat it like one of the family. Do you have any friends that would come over and take care of it for you while your away? I guess it comes down to this.... do you love traveling more or your dog? By the way they do have hotels that accept dogs and if your parents won't pay the extra for flying your pet then why don't you save up to pay for the extra fees? Are you old enough to work? If not then your parents should not have let you get a dog to begin with and then you wouldnt have his problem, its not the dog's fault, maybe you just werent and arent ready to own a pet. this is really a sad situation you got yourself into *SIGH*

Answer 4

First of all, if you love your dog as much as you say and don't want to give her up, then why aren't you willing to stay at home with her while your parents vacation?
Owning a pet is a very big responsibility and one that should not be taken lightly. That is the reason we have so many abandoned animals in shelters. Our rescue groups are overcrowded with dogs and cats whose owners shrugged off their responsibility.
Of course, you can always check with your local animal shelter or any rescue groups in your area, but I must remind you that shelters only hold "owner turn in's" for so long (around 3 days) If the dog doesn't get adopted out almost immediately, they are put down. Most rescue groups are "no kill" but they are overflowing with unwanted animals and usually do not take anymore in until there is room or a sizable donation is made.
Please reconsider your obligation to your pet. She deserves more than to be abandoned by the person she loves.

Answer 5

This is a prime example of why people should think through the responsibility of having a pet BEFORE they get one. Having a pet is a huge responsibility and is life altering. Not to mention the vet care! Expensive! Now here is a dog that will most likely end up in a shelter wondering what she did wrong to lose her home. She was never properly trained or socialized. She won't understand it is not her fault. She won't realize it is because some human had the "I wants" and didn't think about the life changes it would cause.

Answer 6

so much good advice here for you to think about and consider. I could NEVER imagine letting go of my pet for some travel time. My husband and I take trips on weekends once in a while it used to be more before we got our baby. That's how YOU NEED to see your dog, as your BABY. If you were to give birth to an actual baby I have to wonder would you be the kind of mom to put IT up for adoption because you want to travel or spend time away all because you can't afford a babysitter and your baby prefers to be with its mommy????????? When my husband and I DO leave we eaither take our dog to a family members house so they can babysit her or we leave a key with our neighbors so they can keep an eye on her while we are away. MY BEST ADVICE is to find a dogsitter in your area and introduce the person to your dog frequently if not almost every day so the dog gets use to the person find some way to make a little extra money of your own maybe just a weekend job or even every other weekend to pay for the dog sitter. Or ask one of your friends if they would like to make a little extra money and maybe one of them would do it for you. But you HAVE to get your dog use to the person who will be sitting her. REMEMBER she IS your baby and you need to assume your responsability for her!

Answer 7

This is a very difficult question, and no answer I don't feel is going to be the right one. I would tell your parents that you really love your dog, they let you have the dog to begin with and you do not want to let it go. I would also ask them since it is your loyal companion, basically like a child that depends on you to take care of it, would they get rid of you because you kept them from doing something. I would run ads in newspapers and etc. if you decide to get rid of it and screen the people to make sure it goes to a good home. I would not just get rid of this dog to please your parents, as long as they will not rid of it for you.

Answer 8

That's the saddest thing I've heard all day. I hate it when I see the "free" dog ads on craigslist. Having a pet is a lifetime commitment, like a child, and shouldn't be gotten rid of just because of an inconvenience. You may be able to pay someone a bit of money (a friend, neighbor) to check in on the dog while you are away, even if they can't keep the dog at their own houses.

Good luck!

Answer 9

Sounds like there are a lot of issues with your dog and your family. I think it would be best if you can find it a good home. Maybe a friend would take it and you could get to see it often. I know it is very sad for you to give your pooch away, but it will probably be the best thing. Maybe wait until you have moved out before getting another one.

We have Chihuahuas and we do not take vacations or anything because of our dogs, but that's okay with us. We love our dogs very much and would rather be home with them anyway.

Answer 10

Some areas offer "Pet Sitter" services where someone will stop by and check on the dog, feed her, let her outside, play with her. Sometimes these services are reasonably priced.

Other than that you'll have to make the decision on your own. It's your dog your responsibility. I for one do not believe in giving up a pet because it has become a nuisance. You made a committment to that dog. I'd suggest trying to talk to friends and neighbors, you might find someone else to pet sit.