My cousin's last dog just dies and I wanted to give her a new puppy as a suprise. I was wondering if anyone had or knows someone that has a free lab puppy. And I know there is such thing as a free puppy because I see them all over the place. I would rlly appreciate it and so would my cousin. Thanx!!!!
2007-07-12 07:59:24 · 14 answers · asked by <3 to live life 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
This past spring, I lost my 14 year old and 12 year old dog --within 2 months of each other. My husband talked me into getting a puppy to replace the emptiness I felt from the passing of my beloved Buddy and Sassy. It is one of the biggest mistakes I have made as a pet lover. I cannot give this new puppy the affection he deserves.
Sometimes, when we lose pets, we have to grieve before we can love another. When a new pet is pushed on us prematurely, the love just isnt the same.
Let your cousin deal with the loss of her pet and when she's ready, she will seek another. Your heart is in the right place, but it's just not that simple.
2007-07-19 19:30:07 · answer #1 · answered by Tired_Of_Sarcasm 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look in the newspaper under classifieds. There are so many unwanted dogs out there, and there is usually several ads for free puppies and adult dogs. She may like an adult dog too, they can still be great companions just usually come with potty training and don't need all the vaccinations/wormers a pup does. Also, visit local animal shelters. So many dogs need homes. You can often find puppies mixed and pure in shelters, but adopting an adult dog can save their life as puppies adopt quicker, while older dogs are more likely to be put to sleep. You may want to take her with you to look at the dogs so she can choose the one that's right for her. Best of luck:)
2007-07-12 15:17:41 · answer #2 · answered by horsewhisperer 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My local humane society has a "welcome home" kit plus a coupon for a dog of the new owner's choice as a gift. You may want a free puppy instead of paying $100 for a kit like this, but if you get some of your cousins or cousins' friends - even your family in on it - I think it'd make a great gift. This way she can choose her own dog when she's ready.
Your compassion is awesome, though! :)
2007-07-12 15:40:25 · answer #3 · answered by a gal and her dog 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is NEVER a good idea to surprise someone with a puppy as a gift.. They should always be consulted. What if they don't want one, what if they had something else in mind. What if they don't want a lab x puppy, or what comes with a FREE puppy, and it's possible problems.. You should reconsider the gift and discuss it first.
2007-07-12 15:07:35 · answer #4 · answered by DP 7 · 4⤊ 0⤋
The only free dog ur going to find is an all american heinz 57 mutt. Nobody who has a pedegree dog is going to give it away. Go for a lab mix but don't expect something for nothing, Already to much of that going around.
2007-07-20 14:47:55 · answer #5 · answered by typea911 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Visit your humane society for the perfect pet. Just make sure your cousin is ready first. I lost my girl the end of fall of 05 and I know no one will ever replace her in my heart. But I do have alot of love to give so it all goes to my cats now.
2007-07-20 12:23:07 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your cousin and her parents. If everyone is in agreement go looking for a puppy together. I recommend starting out by checking in your local paper for puppies and going to look at them. Web sites like petfinder.com can be helpful too.
2007-07-12 15:11:04 · answer #7 · answered by ~.:Unknown:.~ 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
please do not "surprise" your cousing with a new puppy. She may still be greiving and not ready for another puppy. Sometimes people just do not want another for a long time. When she is ready, she will find one, or one will come to her.
If she is ready, I reccommend www.petfinder.com there are lots of homeless labs and mixes in need of loving homes. She may have lost her beloved pet, but when she is ready to open up her home to another, she can save a life.
2007-07-12 15:07:45 · answer #8 · answered by Nekkid Truth! 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Try your local Craig's list
www.craigslist.com
It will start you off in San Francisco... so just select your city and then click on the ads and search for puppies.
Good luck!
(anything pure bred will be next to impossible to find for free)
2007-07-12 15:03:30 · answer #9 · answered by nephthys76 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Better off trying your local shelter.You'll get one in good health and will be fixed ......spend a little money..you need a lil money to care for the dog properly anyways.
2007-07-12 15:03:20 · answer #10 · answered by Shar Pei Lady 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋