2006-12-16 07:52:47 · 32 answers · asked by fredi b 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
True!
2006-12-16 07:55:38 · answer #1 · answered by I know nothing! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't see anything wrong with giving a puppy as a gift as long as the person getting it knows it is going to a responsible parent and they have done their homework to make sure the person will be able to have it, like restrictions on where the person lives,etc., or a responsible parent is getting it for a child with the full knowledge that they will likely end up caring for it and will be responsible for its Vet care.
Too often people get a dog and when it doesn't "fit" for whatever reason, they pass it on to another person or take it to a shelter. Sometimes it gets a great home when passed on but all too often it comes to a sad end.
I think it is good to post this so people think about what getting a pet for a present entails and so they can make a responsible decision about getting one. If there is anything a person is not sure about when getting a pet, a stuffed animal is a safe alternative.
2006-12-16 08:08:56 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yup yup, but I KNOW that I would LOVE to see a papillon pup under my tree this year *with my name on the bow around it's neck, lol*
But then again, I've been searching for one that I can afford for some time with no luck. So she would be for life, and not just christmas. Great gift though she would be...
2006-12-16 08:03:25 · answer #3 · answered by mandy 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Have you ever thought of renting a pup? For less than $25 you can rent a mini breed dog that would strongly resemble a puppy, and then not have the hassle of training or feeding (if you return it soon enough, not even walking it!)
I usually rent one on vacations, they are great conversation starters.
2006-12-16 09:05:43 · answer #4 · answered by cbt_trainer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ya but u can get 1 4 xmas but as long as u promis santa ull care 4 it 4eva
2006-12-17 06:52:37 · answer #5 · answered by sheepy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's true... it's sad when people take on dogs they don't really want, because dogs need a lot of attention... and getting a dog as a gift is a really bad idea, because the recipient has even less incentive to look after an animal they never expected, and probably don't really want.
2006-12-16 07:57:55 · answer #6 · answered by Buzzard 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It relies upon on the canines. a chum of mine has 13 Am Staffs & 7 Staffie Bulls & they are not "retaining" in any respect! LOL they're candy to all and sundry - even entire strangers whilst she isn't at abode! the good element is - the two one among those breeds "look" imposing adequate - so as that would desire to be some protection to your mom. ascertain he's surely knowledgeable - they're very good little canines.
2016-10-05 09:45:55 · answer #7 · answered by wiemer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wish that everyone knew this about all pets. The worst thing I feel that you can do is buy someone a pet for Christmas. When the holiday cheer fades they are turned out to the streets and then picked up by shelters, and sadly many are put down.
2006-12-16 07:57:29 · answer #8 · answered by kritter0101 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A dog is not just for xmas i agree if u get a biggish one you could make it last for boxing day too ..
2006-12-16 08:52:09 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Oh, how I wish that were true.
How many puppies will be destroyed/abandoned in the first few months of 2007?
2006-12-16 11:44:40 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, true, but you ask for them for Christmas because that's when most people have the money!!
2006-12-16 08:43:35 · answer #11 · answered by Trista♥ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋