i posted a question a few nights ago about rehoming my dog and got lots of support, I didnt really want to send her to a shelter and her be there for months, i have a couple coming to see her and meet me to discuss her, i have been very honest with them and they sound very promising, theyve had a dog for years and had to have her put to sleep...anyway i'll reserve judgement till i meet them but my question is...once ive found a home is it better to do a gradual getting to know the dog, with walks and visits etc before taking her or just a clean break?
2007-03-08 09:14:06 · 17 answers · asked by slsvenus 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I'd ask them to get to know her a bit, you should all go out for a walk together and then ask them to leave a blanket with their smell on so she gets used to that. Once she has moved try and avoid all contact with her, at least until shes completely settled. Its nice to hear from somebody who is taking responsibility for finding a nice home rather than dumping her on the first person that comes along. Well Done!!
2007-03-08 09:23:19 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Personally, I would definitely get the new couple to meet the dog, walk her and get to know her - it is enough trauma for the dog to be rehomed in the first place. You hopefully will find out from the new couple if they are the sort of people that you want your dog to go to - and I would also keep in touch with them by phone to make sure your dog is OK for the first 6 months or so. I don't mean go and see the dog, that would not be the right thing to do, but certainly keep tabs on them.
I am only sorry that you have to give the dog up - I would think it is going to be a wrench for you.
2007-03-08 19:25:51 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
From your dogs point of view its best to let them visit once or twice so they're not strangers, then put her in boarding kennels for a week (or at least a long weekend) and let them pick her up. From the time you leave her at kennels you should break contact.
If you take a dog straight from a homewhere its happy to another home it can make it harder for them to settle in. But a new home from kennels is an improvement.
Its tougher on you, but better for the dog, it helps them accept the new situation.
Good luck.
2007-03-08 20:54:46 · answer #3 · answered by sarah c 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
First I'd ask to see where they live and go and check it out. Bring the dog with you. If everything checks out and you feel it's the right situation for your dog then I think a clean break is much better for you and especially the dog.
Dogs adapt much better than we do and I don't think you would want to confuse the dog with a long an lingering good bye.
2007-03-08 09:27:28 · answer #4 · answered by ♥Golden gal♥ 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
If you have the choice then i would say for the dogs benefit to let them get to know the dog and for your dog to get to know them,it would also be good for you to go and take your dog to their home if you are able to,so that you can see how they are at home,some times you can tell how a dog will fit in by the way another persons home is.Lets say that you go there and see brand new carpet on the floor,maybe they won't let the dog in to the main room,and if your dog is use to going there it wouldn't settle in well even if the people were really nice.
2007-03-08 09:24:49 · answer #5 · answered by nessie 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would think gradual would be better if the couple is willing to do so. A couple of visits and treats at your house, then a visit or two to their house (where dog gets fed while there), and then the move.
Good luck - I hope you find a great home.
2007-03-08 09:17:16 · answer #6 · answered by kramerdnewf 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would advise asking who their vet is. They can tell you if they kept up with their dog's shots..etc. Also call the humane society and see if they have ever had complaints against them. Good luck, it is hard to give away a dog. I would have them come over at least two or three times to play with the dog before they take her. If they are serious they won't have a problem with that. If they have children, they should come too.
2007-03-08 09:24:58 · answer #7 · answered by MeanKitty 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You need to make sure these people are legit---do not let them take the dog tonight...they could be people that get dogs "for free" and then sell them to research firms, or even used as bait for dog fights....
Trust me on this, I know someone that it happened to....
Tell them you'd like to visit their home, "I'm just funny that way" and you'll bring the dog then, to let your beloved pet sniff around...If they dont want to let you know where they live, or they hesistate, DO NOT LET THEM HAVE YOUR DOG.
ANd, if they're OK (and , btw, ask for their prior vet's name and number, and CALL the vet, too!), then make a clean break. Your don't wont forget you, but she'll be happier that way.
When I bred dogs, I would always ask for references, if the people couldnt or wouldnt give them to me, I'd tell them to buzz off.
2007-03-08 09:19:06 · answer #8 · answered by Munya Says: DUH! 7 · 5⤊ 0⤋
Clean break is the easiest for both you and the dog. The dog won't forget you but it needs time to bond with it's new people.
Just make sure the dog likes the people you're giving it to.
2007-03-08 09:21:42 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I did a clean break so I could grieve the loss and recover seeing him and leaving him behide again would only be putting lemon juice on the wound; also I don't want to intrude in their lives and I don't want to cause any more stress for the dog.
2007-03-08 09:21:59 · answer #10 · answered by Sandy 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋