Is it too late for this dog???

Question

ok heres the deal my brother owns a dog (mix dont know exactly what he is) and i dont like dogs much prefer other animals but as i was in the backyard yesterday i notice he seemed so happy to see me so i got closer (thing i hadn't done in the longest time)...his water was dirty had very little food looks very skiny to his age and notice his claws are enormous he is tied up in a corner and nor my bro or sis-in-law pay much attention to him dont think he even has a leash to take him to walk i thought of asking my brother to sell his dog to me yesterday as seeing this broke my heart but this dog is somewhere about 10mo to 1yr old dont know exactly .....is this too late to train a dog and giving him a good home.....ohhh not to mention he had all kinds of bugs on him and his poo was all over the place meaning they dont even clean after him....

Answer 1

No, it is not to late. However you will have to be willing to spend some time and money. First off the dog need to be seen by a vet, bad. That will be where to start. Next, his food. Our pets need quality pet food. Read the ingredients list and learn what the stuff on there is and what it does (or does not do) to/for our pets. A quick pet food 101. If the pet food contains corn/corn products or by products it is a poor quality food. Do not pay attention to advertising, they all say there food is great. Corn is a filler that can trigger skin problems. (allergies, skin problems, itching and excessive shedding) By products is anything from an animal not fit for human consumption, including cancerous tissue. Quality foods have meat as the first ingredient. California Natural, Solid Gold, Innova and Merrick are a few of the best brands available. If you want to learn more check out: http://www.sagekeep.com/petfood.htm www.api4animals.org/facts?p=359& more=1 http://animalark.eapps.com/animal/PetFoods.nsf/$$PetFoodsByRating?OpenForm
Obedience classes will do you both a world of good. They will teach you how to train your dog. If a dog is not trained people think they have a "bad dog" Any dog is only as good as the training it receives. Given vet care, good food and training and you will have a wonderful, loving pet that will be so gratefull you got him in out of the cold.

Answer 2

No, it is not to late to train that dog! He would probably be the best friend you will ever have if you take him in.

I would definately ask if you could have the dog. Maybe ask if they would give him to you for a Christmas present?

If you get him, get him neutered which will make training easier, as well as lowering his tendency to roam, escape, be aggressive, mark in the house, etc. It will also keep him healthier. You can get him neutered affordably by purchasing a neuter certificate through http://www.friendsofanimals.org to use at a local vet near you.

He will probably need a good bath, and if I were you I'd have it done at a groomer's or at the vet. The vet is more affordable. This way, should he need a dip for fleas, ticks, etc it can be done then and there. They can also trim his nails.

Good nutrition is a must! If he is under weight, make sure you get something high quality to up his immune system. I like the foods at http://www.frrco.com/121668 but there are others out there you can check into.

Have a vet do a fecal on him...he most likely has worms. Get a wormer from the vet, because over the counter ones don't work on all worms and are not as effective on some either.

That poor baby...I hope you take him in.

http://www.libertydogtraining.com

Answer 3

If you want to take the time to train this dog, he will quickly become your best Friend. He was probably happy to see you, because he is lonely. Dogs are social creatures, they need interaction. If you brother doesn't want to give you the dog, call your local animal shelter and you can remain anonymous. Report him. This is animal cruelty. He should not have a pet at all. No dogs should be tied outside and ignored. Pets should have a place in your home and your family. Would you put your kids outside and ignore them?!?!? If you don't want animals in your house, then don't get them in the first place. If you take this dog, keep in mind he will have abandonment issues, he will probably take a long time to house break, because he has been taught to sleep in his own feces. It will be a lot of work, but if you invest the time the rewards will out weigh all of the work. God bless you for taking an interest and helping this puppy.

Answer 4

It's never "too late" to rescue, train and aid a dog in need.

If your brother refuses to relinquish the dog to you (get something in writing from him saying he's relinquishing all rights to the dog), go to your local Animal Control office (it's usually a part of the police department), and tell them your concerns. They can go onto the property without warning your borther, check out the dog, and remove it from your brother's custody if they see it's being neglected. Also tell them that you'll take the dog in and care for it if they can confiscate it. ((Animal Control loves it when there a family readily available for a dog.)) They may put the dog into protective custody for 10-14 days, and then can let you rescue it. While in their care, they may be able to get it vaccinated, treated for parasites and neutered at no cost to you.

DO NOT just go and take the dog. Trespassing on your brother's property and stealing his dog (no matter how good your intentions) is breaking the law. Work with law enforcement, and get the dog away from him legally.

Answer 5

I understand what you're trying to do, and I know that your heart is in the right place, as it sounds like this dog is in a pretty awful situation.

But, one of the first things you stated was that you "don't like dogs much." Why, then, would you want to take on this particular dog?

I know that you feel sorry for it, but please stop to think very hard about whether or not your home would be ideal for this dog. Sure, you might be able to provide it with better conditions than it currently has... but would you truly be HAPPY with a dog?

This dog could easily live for the next 10-14 years if properly cared for. Do you have the time, energy, money and desire to take on this responsibility for that amount of time?

My advice is this: Call your nearest ASPCA or no-kill facility. They'll allow you to make an anonymous call, and you'll be able to give them the details of the situation. They'll likely check up on the dog, and they'll have the right to take it if they feel it's in an abusive/neglectful situation. They'll not know who made the call, and in all honesty, it's probably the kindest thing you can do for this dog.

I know you mean well, and I admire you for trying to look out for this dog. But it's never a good idea to make life-altering decisions out of impulse or pity. If you decide you want to adopt this dog yourself, please think long and hard about it.

Answer 6

No, it is nowhere near too late for that dog. If you can get the dog and get him to a Vet he will likely need to be treated for worms of all sorts and possibly other parasites but though it is tedious, the dog will quickly gain weight and health with proper care. You will have the joy of watching the dog transform into a happy and healthy dog. It is definitely not too late for the dog to be rehabilitated and adjust to a new home. Even if it was 10 yrs old it wouldn't be too late. But at 10 mos to a year old that gives the dog a better chance for a quick and complete recovery.

Answer 7

How sad that his dog is neglected, poor puppy. People who have pets and abuse them are sick. Call animal control and report the abuse.

It is not too late to train the dog, but it may take some time to gain the dog's trust. Take the dog to a vet for a check up and make sure his shots are up to date. Ask the vet for a recommendation for a good trainer in your area. A good flea bath will rid the dog of the bugs.

Good luck

Answer 8

You can still train a dog that young if you can get your brother to give him to you. What he is doing is called animal neglect and is a crime. If you don't think you can handle the dog or he won't give him to you call the local animal shelter and they should be able to give you the number of the dept of the police who handles animal cases. Report it anonymously and they will go over and check it out. They will first give him a warning to clean him, cut his nails...etc and check back in a few weeks to see if he did it. If not they will take the dog. But your brother either could go to jail or face alot of fines of something is not done, especially if the dog dies, that could be a felony animal cruelty charge. Take the dog do all you can do and if that doesn't work find a no-kill animal shelter and take him there.Good luck.

Answer 9

It's NOT too late to make this dog a wonderful companion! If you have the oppurtunity to give this dog the life that he deserves, I would say take it for sure! If you don't think you can provide for it, I'd atleast recommend that your brother find a new home for it. People can be charged in your brothers situation, because it's neglect, which is abuse. The poor thing deserves a better life!! I hope you can provide it with one :)

Answer 10

No it is never to late to rescue this dog. We have rescued over half a dozen dogs....from papered breeds to mutts. They have become very loving members of our family. Living inside with us. Most of our dogs have been somewhere in the neighborhood of 18 months to 2 years old when we took them in. Some you have to work with more than others, but all of them are so appreciative of love and kindness they come around very quickly.

If you are an animal lover in general...you may have found your new best friend in this dog.

Hope it this little note helps you make the right decision.

Shar