2006-07-27 12:26:55 · 24 answers · asked by Busy Lady 2010 7 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
You could say how much you appreciate the dog and what a nice gesture it was, but that you have too much going on to be able to give it the care it needs. You could always put effort into finding a suitable adoptive home or a no-kill shelter for it rather than bringing it right to the pound, thus showing your boyfriend that you care about what happens to it.
If time is the issue but you'd like to keep the dog, you could always explain the situation and ask if he'd be willing to take a chunk of time to help you train it. If he says no, then clearly he can't be offended that YOU don't have time to care for it, either! :)
2006-07-27 12:31:36 · answer #1 · answered by athena1213 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be honest. Let him know that you think it was a very sweet gesture. However, you do not have time to properly care for the dog. In all honesty it is not good for you or the dog if you can't care for it.
2006-07-27 19:30:04 · answer #2 · answered by geni 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell him that you appreciate the gift but it is too much of a responsibility for you right now. Ask if he would like to either keep the dog or help you find a home for it.
2006-07-27 19:30:37 · answer #3 · answered by FaerieWhings 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should tell your boyfriend that he is sweet and adorable but you can't take care of the dog.
Some people think the truth is a scary thing. Try it. I think it is your best option.
2006-07-27 19:31:14 · answer #4 · answered by ABN 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Does he have a little brother or sister? Give the dog to them and claim you're spreading the love. Then pay off his brother or sister to make him care for the dog. Heh heh.
2006-07-27 19:30:22 · answer #5 · answered by Kats 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A relationship is nothing without trust and honesty. You need to tell him the truth. Its not that big of a deal. Just tell him you cant take care of it. Plain and simple.
~Rickeisha
2006-07-27 19:31:00 · answer #6 · answered by Rickeisha AKA Keisha 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
be honest with him and tell him.that it was a sweet thing to do. But you're not able to take care of a dog at this time.
2006-07-27 20:14:49 · answer #7 · answered by Angel sent from heaven 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make up some huge elaborate story tell him you were watching some show where people don't have food, you thought sending it over was the best idea because they could choose either have a companion or have dinner.
2006-07-27 19:31:19 · answer #8 · answered by littlehuevo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell him how much you love the dog and appreciate the gift, but explain to him that you are'nt able to take care of it. Just be honest..he'll understand :]
2006-07-27 19:33:16 · answer #9 · answered by Sonya 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would say thank you for thinking of me but i just cant take care of A PUPPY right now. i dont want to hurt your feelings but it would be worse if i couldnt take care of it and something happened to it he will understand it must be a new relationship or he would of already knew that you couldnt take care of a puppy.
2006-07-27 22:37:02 · answer #10 · answered by moe 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋