dogs help...?

Question

i have 2 dogs their both cocker spaniels. BUt my uncle gave me one 3 years ago but he didnt help me for the food or anything so my two dogs have always been together and right now my uncle says he wants his dog back but im worried about the dogs will they get sad??=[ please help

Answer 1

Your uncle is not being fair. That is cruel to you and the pets. Tell him no that you have grown very attached as you did not expect you would be giving one back.

Where was he the 3 years you cared for them? If he says he just needed you to care for it till he was able, than he owes you about $10.00 a day for care, plus vet bills. Could be more in your area for kennels and dog sitters. Let him take you to court. you will win most likely.

Dont know your age but may need parents help.

Answer 2

Seperating the dogs at this point would not be good for them.
If you live at home with your parents, talk to them about how you feel. Sadly, they will be the ones to decide what will be done.
If you live on your own, tell him NO!!!. He gave up the dog 3 years ago and it is not right for him to want it back now after you have spent all this time caring for the animal.
You could make a estimated list of what ALL the costs have been for the dog, in the time you have had it and present it to your uncle. Tell him he can have the dog back when he pays you for what it cost you to care for it for 3 years. Chances are he will back off.
In my opinion, he does not deserve getting the dog back!!!!
If you have to, tell him that you are willing to go to court over this and if need be....DO IT!!!! Good luck and I hope you get to keep the dog.

Answer 3

Tell your uncle that he shouldn't be allowed to ask for the dog back after 3 years of having him put htis dog on your and your other dog. Yes, your dog will be very sad and might go through a bout of depression. Honestly if your uncle cant tell the difference between the two dogs I think the dog should stay with you.

Answer 4

Your uncle gave you a dog so it's your dog teh vet bills etc should prove it. Let him go get his own dog.
why would he give you a dog and then after 3 years of free care think he can just say he wants the dog.
If you have to figure the money you spent, the time you took to train teh dog, and tell him he first owes you say $5,000 for the upkeep of the dog and see what he says he can get one a lot cheaper.
Good Luck

Answer 5

3 Years? I guess I should ask whether there was an understanding you would return it to him when he gave it to you, but quite frankly that doesn't matter. Tell your uncle that if he cares at all for animals he should realize its better off right where it is, with you and its buddy.
Then provide your uncle with the numbers to local animal rescue groups, there are too many dogs out there needing homes to take one away from the home its happy with.

Answer 6

3 years of free care???? That's really not right. That dog should be yours. As to being sad, yes, after 3 years of living together I'm sure there'll be at least some sadness or depression for them both.

Answer 7

Dogs are social animals but they get much of the same social contact from humans as they do other dogs. If you give them lots of attention he should be OK. But I'll add he may be more upset his whole world has been turned upside down that missing the other dog.

Answer 8

if he gave you the dog it's yours. if you were caring for it while he was away or something, it's his dog. if he gave you the dog it was a gift and is now your property. it would be as if you ask him for a x-mas present back.

if that's the case, just tell him, "no, i'm sorry, but you gave me the dog. it's mine."

if you were caring for HIS dog on a open ended agreement, well then, you should probably give him his dog back.

but i would really try and explain your concerns to him. he can get him another dog. he can visit "your" dogs. take 'em for walks and stuff....i think ya'll can work this out to everyones satisfaction. GL with it!

Answer 9

Your dog is your dog. Tell your Uncle the problem.

Answer 10

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