We had our 16 yr old lab put down on Wednesday and our 14 month old lab is moping and searching for her. I've been told by the vet not to spoil her, but I wish she would be a little happier. How long will she grieve?
2006-06-30 15:50:30 · 16 answers · asked by Samlet 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Yikes! Good advice guys but another dog is not a good idea right now - I'm having a baby in 19 days. Thanks for all your kind answers...
2006-06-30 16:07:23 · update #1
I guess it is different with different dogs. When my female schnauzer passed away, my male schnauzer nearly grieved himself to death. We didn't get to wait as long as we had intended before getting another female, but we had to do something for him. All the spoiling he was getting was NOT working. He was a little jealous at first, but now is very happy with his new woman.
2006-06-30 15:57:14 · answer #1 · answered by pottersclay70 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Aww, I'm so sorry that your dog passed away. Pay special attention to your other lab. Maybe even let him stay with you in your bedroom at night so he knows that people are around him and he's not alone. I know they say not to spoil your dog, but I might make an exception for a few days. My dog usually sleeps in her crate but every once in a while I'll let her up on the bed. Maybe that's bad, but I know she likes it, and if it's just every once in a while it can't do too much harm.
While introducing a new dog might not be a good idea, at least not immediately, maybe you could take your lab to the park to meet other dogs and make some doggie friends :)
2006-06-30 15:55:48 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Playing with her and walking her a little extra each day is not spoiling. Spoiling would be holding her every time she mopes or wines. I highly recommend keeping her busy. You vet should have been more informative than that. Try teaching her new tricks, tire her out at the park, play "find that biscuit" which my dogs love, and try any new game to keep her active and mentally stimulated. Exercise has been proven to improve mental health in people, I'm sure it would work for dogs as well. As your vet said, just avoid too many extra treats and handouts. Good luck to you and I'm sorry for your loss.
2006-06-30 16:10:52 · answer #3 · answered by Ready2Go 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
dogs are very smart animals and have feelings just like you and I. How long would it take for you to get over losing a loved one. In time your lab will get better. If she needs extra attention, I can't imagine why your vet would say not to spoil her. Just think about how you would feel and what would make you feel better and do the same for you lab. I'm sorry to hear about your loss, losing a pet is really tough
2006-06-30 16:34:17 · answer #4 · answered by funnyface53 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There really isnt a time limit on when the animal will stop grieving. It depends on the animal the time varries. Just give it attention, and maybe have your dog around other dogs. Just let your dog be social, because she could feel lonely because she isnt around other dogs. sorry about your dog :(
2006-06-30 15:53:58 · answer #5 · answered by It's my life 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give her some time- she's sad, obviously. Comfort her. Don't get another dog yet, either, give her time to get over the other one. Don't spoil her just give her extra attention and love her.
2006-06-30 15:57:19 · answer #6 · answered by keep it real 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Take her to a dog park, get her involved with other dogs. Really, just like humans, dogs need interaction with other dogs. It really perks them up.
2006-06-30 15:53:52 · answer #7 · answered by DEATH 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Spend more time with her. Go for walks. Don't spoil her, but have some fun with her.
2006-06-30 15:55:11 · answer #8 · answered by Dale P 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get her a new pal. One about her age night do or another adult lab.
2006-06-30 16:42:27 · answer #9 · answered by Brianna M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the young one willl feel sad for a while its totally normal try getting a new puppy
2006-06-30 15:53:49 · answer #10 · answered by kori d 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋