OK my roommate called me at work at 6:00AM today and
said you better get home right away because I think Jimmy
is dying. (Jimmy is was my chihauhau) When I got home withen 30 min. she had already died. So what do you think should I go to the pound and get another one right away or wait.Or is it to soon. Thanks for your answers.
2007-02-14 08:09:08 · 12 answers · asked by popo dean 5 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Jimmy was never sick, I always thanked god that I was so lucy to have such a healthy dog. When I life the house in the PM to come to work we were playing around she was her slef there was nothing for me to worry about.
2007-02-14 17:51:51 · update #1
I am so sorry about your dog Jimmy. Why do you think she died? I am one of those people who has to fill the void left by a pet who died immediately. I never expect the new pet to be like the one that had passed on, and it isn't that I don't miss the one that died, it just helps me deal with the loss. My family doesn't get it all, but it feels right for me. So you go and do what you think is right for you. If that means going to the pound and saving a life, good for you. Jimmy wouldn't want you to be without a dog buddy, especially since you will be saving a dog's life
2007-02-14 08:51:22 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
First of all, what killed Jimmy? Was she sick or old or run over by a bus? It is totally a personal choice how soon to replace a pet. Not that they can be replaced, but to get another pet. Be careful getting the same kind of dog. It will NOT be Jimmy and some people expect too much from the new dog.
Back to the original question...if Jimmy was sick, make sure your new friend can't catch anything from her. I am very sorry for your loss.
2007-02-14 16:16:43 · answer #2 · answered by Bev 5 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I agree ... it would be better to know why Jimmy died. If it was a disease, you would need to clean - disinfect - your home before you bring another pet in.
Old age, an accident, those don't need deep cleaning.
You sound like a person who is happiest when you have a pet ... so go ahead and get a new one. The animals at the pound are waiting for someone like you to take them home.
I am sorry about Jimmy.
2007-02-14 16:27:10 · answer #3 · answered by istitch2 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
im so sorry for your loss. i couldnt replace my zues when he died. but if it helps do. However i would be careful choosing a dog from the pound be sure its not been mistreated and find out where it came from did its owners give it away cause it was dangerous or just couldnt look after it. I got a dog from the pound once and it was pschologically disturbed it bit someone and we were ordered to put it down it nearly killed me cause im an animal lover and we never had a psycho dog before. good luck
2007-02-14 16:27:16 · answer #4 · answered by karen l 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Wait because you want to be sure you get the right dog. Wait for the wound to heal from the loss of your dog first.
Soory about the little guy bet he was specail
2007-02-14 16:38:14 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
sorry for your loss. i personally wouldnt want another dog right away. i would have to mourn my dog for a little bit and then i would think about another dog. depending on how jimmy died would you want to go through it again?
2007-02-14 16:38:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
There is no correct or best answer as to how soon is too soon. Often a new dog will ease the pain of loss, and adopting a dog that needs you from a shelter or pound is a way to honor your lost loved one..
I am so sorry for your loss..
2007-02-14 16:14:35 · answer #7 · answered by Chetco 7 · 3⤊ 2⤋
That my friend is all up to you! I personally would need time to morn the loss of my family member. I lost my beautiful male Rotty at the age of 15 2 years ago and we are just now talking about getting another dog. It is all up to you what you do.
2007-02-14 16:14:04 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
Can you really replace Jimmy right away...Its up to you but you should wait a bit...
2007-02-14 16:15:36 · answer #9 · answered by Laea 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
i think that if you wait it will be better for you that way when you get a new pet you won't be thinking about your do that just died
2007-02-14 16:23:45 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋