My recent ex took his dog with him about two and a half weeks ago when we broke up. That dog was my dogs best friend/sister. My dog is a mentally and physically challenged miniature schnauzer.
2006-07-08 09:55:12 · 16 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Since your miniature schnauzer companion was removed from his/her life, her emotional stability, and/or physical health may be adversely effected. You didn't mention the age of your dog, which could be a significant factor.
Replacing your dog's best friend with a new puppy might be doomed to failure. Your dog might resent the new little one; as a new puppy is very demanding, which would compromise the time you could continue to spend with your schnauzer. Consequently, lonliness might be replaced with jealousy, and resentment, which would totally complicate matters for you, and keep your schnauzer unhappy.
Therefore, my suggestion would be to contact your local SPCA, or similar shelter. Look for a dog, closer to your dog's age, or at least, one that's past the puppy stage. Often, the SPCA will allow you to bring in your dog, to see how the one you think you might like to adopt, and yours, hit it off. This could be disappointing to you, if you've clicked with the potential adoptee, and then, your dog doesn't get along, or accept him/her. But, better to find this out, before bringing the new dog home. Even if you had to repeat this process a few times, before your pooch also clicked with the pound puppy, the chance of you finding the right match, would far outway any inconvenience involved.
Something else to consider: Sometimes, a cat, or another animal, will make a suitable companion for a lonely dog, as well.
Well, good luck in your search.
2006-07-08 10:14:01 · answer #1 · answered by Sunshine 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, definately get another dog. Your dog is lonesome and has lost part of his family. I would get another dog similar to his lost friend, in size, color and personality, if possible. He will eventually accept the new dog or pup, and have a new companion.
Good luck.
2006-07-08 10:03:21 · answer #2 · answered by snowbengal 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sure...id get a low maintenance dog...maybe a well trained adult. you can go to the SPCA and find a great dog!! also make sure that untill you get another dog(if you do) pay lots of attention to your dog. (dont worry im not trying to accuse you of ignoring your dog...that was just a suggestion)
2006-07-08 10:05:43 · answer #3 · answered by roxy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When my husband and I gave away one of our dogs our other dog's behavior changed. He acted like he was sad and depressed. We ended up getting another dog from my parents and it really helped. He went back to his normal self.
2006-07-08 10:03:30 · answer #4 · answered by gergy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a puppy similar to the personality to your ex's dog. That way your dog is already used to the personality and it won't be as hard for him to get used to the pup....Good Luck!!!
2006-07-08 10:58:40 · answer #5 · answered by hippie_chic_123 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can afford another dog it might be good to have one. Your schnauzer is probably missing its friend. :(
2006-07-08 15:26:37 · answer #6 · answered by pottersclay70 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dogs are pack animals and need other dogs. I would never have an "only dog".
2006-07-08 10:36:41 · answer #7 · answered by momma dog 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definetly. Get a rescue dog.
2006-07-08 10:12:21 · answer #8 · answered by keep it real 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should. Get something submissive that won't give you current dog a hard time, I def. reccomend a female.
2006-07-08 10:08:06 · answer #9 · answered by Elle 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can have two dogs, yes, absolutely - it will definitely be good for your dog. Loneliness is terrible for dogs...
2006-07-08 10:20:56 · answer #10 · answered by bri 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋