Give up the dog?

Question

My roommate got a puppy and he has lived with us for a few months. He still has his puppy teeth but I'm not exactly sure how old he is. It's a Golden Retriver puppy who weighs about 25 lbs now.. male

We are in an apartment and she is really neglectful and I am always taking care of her dog... I have to wake up and take the dog out..

the dog constantly wants to go to the bathroom which is really annoying when I'm trying to study.

He cries and cries, there are two cats in the apartment too.

I let him run around some but again it's hard to get anything done because he chases the cats, will chew up everything and could piss and poop on the floor.. so when he is out.. no studying for me.

I'm really tired of all this.. I love animals and know they have feelings but If we got rid of the dog at this age would it be really cruel.

Would it mess with him psycologically because we abandoned him....
Anyone besides kids, maybe a dog breeder or vet that can give a good answer

I love the dog, I take him on walks were pals. It's just that I know he needs room to run and I'm not ready to take on the responsibility, though now thinking about it I don't know what to do.

I would miss him

That is why this is simplie a question

Answer 1

Find a rescue in your area and have him adopted out. People who belong to the rescue networks will take very good care of the dog and give it more room and attention which is what the dog is craving.

Answer 2

Why are you letting your roomate make decisions, like getting a dog!, in the first place? You need to put your foot down and get that dog outta there! Seriously, wait for your roomie to go on an extended trip (a few days or more) and then try driving the dog to a location far enough away that it will probably not be able to make its way home. It doesn't always work out and the dog could eventually find its way home. That is why I suggest trying this during an extended absence by its owner. You may have to try "taking it on a car ride" more than once...and to increasingly distant locations. Golden Retrievers are beautiful dogs and you don't need to worry about it finding a new home, where it will be appreciated with all its annoying eccentricities. When your roomie gets back you can simply splash some hot sauce in your eyes and then explain that the dog somehow escaped...or better yet, was stolen. Get your life back now while you can.

Answer 3

If I were you I would re-think my selection of room-mates! The dog is probably bored and needs to be on a schedule. Feed him, take him out to do his thing, walk at a regular time each day and give him plenty of chew toys for teething. Your room-mate is not being a responsible dog owner and since it is HIS dog, you must set limits as you would if the dog were a child. If you are planning on adopting the dog yourself, then carry on, but do take him to training, and give him his own space (a bed or a corner that the dog knows is 'His'). It is far more cruel to let the dog bond with you and your roommate when there is no real love from his owner, so by all means, it would be better to give him to an adoption service or even run an ad since Golden Retriever's are so loyal and faithful to their families, but he doesn't really have one right now, just a sitter. Your room-mate must be given an ultimatum, but do not take him to the local shelter, some only live for 3 days then are put down. You can advertise in the local Vets office, dog parks, newspapers, on campus and your community. G.R. are the best of friends and need lots of socialization. I wish I were able to take him.

Answer 4

It sounds as though you love the dog, that doesn't seem to be the question. Ask yourself if you think the dog has a quality life, is it happy, how much play time does it have. Do you think the dog would be happier if it had a family that could train it to become part of a family. Could a home be found that had a yard or large home (this is not a small pet) I understand students getting pets. Cats can take care of themselves dogs need alot more or they start having behavior problems

Answer 5

If you can find the dog a loving home it should not be a problem. Animals can sense things and I am sure this guy knows you get annoyed by him. I honestly feel that you would be doing the dog a favor to find him a home where some one would want to spend time with him. (Not that you aren't doing a good job, but it doesn't sound like you asked for the job) You sound like you have the dog's best interest at mind so I am sure that you will find the dog a loving home. Good Luck!

Answer 6

No it would not mess him up, it would probally be better for him. Golden Retrievers need a lot of room to run and a great deal of exercise. Dogs are a lot of work and at his age he needs, training, exercise, and a great deal of attention. Your roommate should be more responsible, dogs are the greatest pets but they are like kids and need just as much time spent with them. Just make sure he goes to a good home and you will be doing him a huge favor. It does not sound like you have the time or room for him.

Answer 7

If it is not legally your dog, then you can not get rid of him without the owner's consent.

I would explain to her that it is her dog, and she is the care taker. If she can't handle the responsibility, then the dog would be best placed in a new home.

I would talk to her about putting him up for adoption, and charging a fee so that some of the more irresponsible people would be weeded out. Get him neutered before re-homing him. It's less than $100 if you go through http://www.friendsofanimals.org

Answer 8

Dogs are pretty resiliant. By the sounds of it, he's not getting the right care, attention, dicipline he needs living with you. Which is not your fault, you're not the one that brought him home. You'd be doing him a favor by giving him up to a home that can give him the attention and a better home life.

Put an ad out "Free to good home" in the paper. People are always looking for a good family type dog.

Answer 9

Give him to a golden retriever rescue. The younger he is the more likely he will be to be rehomed. A good shelter is another option. People are always looking to adopt young puppies or dogs. It will give him a better life to find a good owner with more time and a lifestyle better suited to the breed.

Answer 10

It would be so much better for this dog to be in a home where he's not neglected, is being properly socialized, trained and exercised. Find him a good home before he gets any older, he'll be fine. You certainly don't want him to live like this for the rest of his life, do you?