I have a miniature Schnauzer who weighs 17lbs. He is 5yrs old. He is updated on shots, healthy and registered. He has all his paper work. He is fun, loving and enjoys company. My hubby is getting deployed and we are looking for a loving and caring home for him. Im just so scared that he will get abused. We live in San diego we would think there would be alot of people interested, but how do i get the word out.
2007-07-20 11:46:54 · 15 answers · asked by Special K 2 in Pets ➔ Dogs
For all those that seem not to understand...if i just say..hey im giving my dog away..he more likely to get abused. And i just got him...i have not had him for 5yrs. I would love to keep him but i also have a 2yr daughter and she is handle full by herself...doesnt anyone understand...
2007-07-20 12:20:19 · update #1
Well if you want to just give him away. Then call Michael Vick he will abuse the hell out of him.
So your husband is getting deployed? That's a reason to get rid of an awesome dog? You should of thought about this before getting him. If my wife got rid of my Schnauzer while I am deployed. She might as well just get rid of herself while shes at it. THE DOG CAME FIRST. IT'S NOT THE DOGS FAULT THAT YOU HAD A KID. So don't take it out on him.
2007-07-23 04:37:23 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
First of all I am sorry to hear that your husband is going to be deployed. I cannot begin to understand how that must feel but I do have a nephew that will be going to Iraq for the second time in September. To not only having your husband deployed and having to get rid of your dog it must be very hard for you. It sounds like your dog is very fun and loving and deserves a wonderful home. I know sometimes word of mouth helps a whole lot even though you may be limited to the amount of time before he goes. You could ask some friends and maybe they know someone that would love to have him. Also, you could put an ad in the paper and then monitor the people before you say yes. There are also ways of posting the information on bulletin boards in grocery stores. Also, some Vets will post them and find a good home for your dog. Either way we can never predict how a pet will be treated while you are gone but the best bet is to find someone you know or a family member to take over. Having a family member or a friend take the dog means that you will always still be able to see the dog. Good Luck because this could be very difficult for you.
2007-07-20 12:05:24 · answer #2 · answered by lovelyandcarefree 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are two choices that are the best for your dog:
1. Contact your breeder. Oftentimes, they will know someone who is interested in the breed, but may not want a young puppy.
2. Contact the local rescue society for your breed - if they don't have a waiting list of people, then they will at least have volunteers who can be a foster parent while they look for an appropriate family in which to place your dog. Rescue groups do lots of research to ensure that you are placing your dog with someone who knows, understands & respects the animal. In California, there are a couple of Mini Schnauzer groups:
1. Miniature Schnauzer Club of Southern California
Rescue@MSCSC.ORG or
2. Miniature Schnauzers & Friends Rescue
Redondo Beach, CA (L.A. South Bay)
310-374-7701
http://www.msfr.org/
There are others for Northern CA, but these guys should be able to point you in the right direction. Good luck in this decision & for your husband.
2007-07-20 11:58:33 · answer #3 · answered by jellybeanmom 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Al tough I don't totally agree with what you are doing I can sympathize, they can be a handful, and i'm sorry about your husband getting deployed. I'm not trying to criticize or judge you, we all do the best we can. It's good your trying to do the right thing and find a good home for him instead of dumping him in a shelter. KUDOS. If you sell him or give him away I think he could still be abused either way, the important thing is to meet the people who will possibly be taking him. Ask to see where he'll live. Go to their home, ask lots of questions, chances are if you do your homework, he'll be okay. If you sell him but don't investigate the people buying, he is just as likely to be abused or neglected. If possible ask to visit him several times after they take him. If they know you will be checking on him most likely only serious people will take him. Anyways good luck finding a good home for him, and I hope your husband comes home safely
2007-07-22 05:36:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anna O 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
1.Go to your vet and let your vet know the situation. I bet he/she will know or be able to help you out. There could be a family or someone who has lost their beloved pet recently and would love to have your mini.
2.Another option is to go to the local humane society or animal shelter and tell them you are looking for a home for your mini. Perhaps they have a board where you could put up some information.
Personally, I prefer my first idea but the second one is still an idea.
3.Pet food stores also have boards where you could put up information.
4. If you got your dog from a breeder, contact the breeder may be able to help.
Problems with 2 and 3 - you have no idea of where your mini will be going and how he will be looked after.
With the first one chances are he will have a good home where the people will make sure he get regular shots and health care.
Ideas #4 will also probably be sure of a loving home as well.
Good luck in finding a home.
2007-07-20 11:55:18 · answer #5 · answered by Freddy 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I assume you are going with your husband? I have 2 mini Schnauzers (Ozze and Albus) and I don't think I'll ever be able to part with them. They're so loveable!
I would try http://sandiego.craigslist.org/ It's a site where you can post and reply to classified ads for free. I completely understand that you don't want him going to an abusive home, so review whoever is interested very carefully. Meet with them and see how the dog reacts to them. Whatever you do, don't take him to the county pound! I would take him, but my 2 mini Schnauzers and my mini Dachshund are already a handful. Good luck!
2007-07-20 12:00:34 · answer #6 · answered by ? 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Hi,
First, i want you to know i am not being judgemental, it's just my opinion.
I don't have a dog, i have a cat (had several, they are now with my mom), but i could NEVER (especially after 5 years) part from her.
I made a decision when i took her and i assumed a responsability and i would never give her up, whether i have to change house, country, planet :))
The thought of her being with strangers (only family could have her FOR A WHILE until i settle) and not knowing what's going on with her, not seeing her eyes and hear her every morning.....i'd fall into depression.
Again, not being judgemental.
Maybe you should, however, think twice before making such decision.
Good luck,
Sam
P.S.: Now i re read the title.....why would you want to sell him? Finding a good home should be enough of a reward....
2007-07-20 11:57:00 · answer #7 · answered by michel P 1 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Try speaking with her original breeder. They sometimes get enquiries from people who like the breed but want an older dog. If you can't contact the breeder try the kennel club for other breeders or the schnauzer welfare for the same reasons.
2007-07-20 11:52:50 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Can't understand why you don't love this dog as much as your child? What is it with irresponsible people . It is not you being deployed, it is your husband. I guess since this is how you feel your dog is better off if he gets a loving home. And that is if???? But staying with you out of guilt, that's no good either. I don't know I just can't understand this kind of person. My guys are my life, and they are not disposable
2007-07-20 17:07:21 · answer #9 · answered by Blackie 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
.. good luck.. if possible try to find a home with someone he already knows.. Schnauzers normally bond to one person or family, and very rarely get close to another..especially at 5 yrs.. It does not follow that he will be unhappy all the time.. just. he will not necessarilly be the same around a new family..
2007-07-20 11:51:19 · answer #10 · answered by kaijawitch 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋