I worked everything out. I payed the adoption fee, and now I think my dad may have been right. Maybe this dog wasn't for me. I'm actually slightly allergic to dogs, but we have a poodle.. so I figured if this dog was part poodle it'd work out. Come to find out this dog doesn't have any poodle in him at all. So he's making me itch, and making my head hurt and fill with nasty. What do I do? I know I need to tell them.. but how? "Oh Dad, by the way, you were so right. I AM allergic to him. He IS too young for me, oh and yeah, I don't have the time to deal with a puppy."
HELP! =/
2007-09-24 09:15:30 · 18 answers · asked by SarcasticLive 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Guess what? Your Dad will probably appreciate that you came to this conclusion. Being mature includes admitting when you are wrong. Many people aren't willing to do that and it is a skill and practice that will help you in life many times! (Hey, I *saved* my job once by admitting I was wrong!)
So, I would suggest that you ask your Dad for a meeting. Then tell him you want to state your case before he jumps in.
Then, tell him exactly what you told us, but add that you want to do the right thing and find the dog a good home. Ask him if he can help you come up with ideas.
Your Dad's going to be proud of you for addressing the situation instead of ignoring it! : )
2007-09-24 09:28:01 · answer #1 · answered by susanmaried 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
How horrible, you got a thing, you decide you don't like it, you want to get rid of it.
Problem is you promised that dog to give him a good home and care for him and he trusts you.
You aren't allergic to the dog's hair, it is the dander fromt he skin causes problems, and if that poodle doesn't trigger it, neither will the new dog - he's just too much trouble and you are looking for a reason to get rid of him.
Your dad said a puppy would be too much for you, he was right. Seems you are immature and self centered in the extreme, only fault with your dad is that he gave in knowing your nature.
Keep that dog in all kindness, take allergy pills if it will make you think it helps, and find a good, loving home for that puppy.
Until then, you owe him what you promised him when you adopted him - care, love, and safety.
Next time you want something live, think a little about the feelings of that being, not just yourself.
Sorry to come down on you so hard, but you really are still just thinking of yourself - what if the dog gets euthanized because you changed your mind? Is that something you can accept? I sure hope not - you are surely better than that!!!
2007-09-24 09:32:35 · answer #2 · answered by rescue member 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you already know the answer, and the allergies are the least of your problem.
If you can't properly care for the dog, either find a no-kill shelter in your area to take him, or contact a rescue group to help you re-home him. Until you find a new home for him, you can give him a leg up and work on his training, etc so that his next home is his last. Take the allergy meds until he's gone so you're not sick the whole time.
Hopefully your parents will be proud of you for being responsible enough to do this for the dog, and adult enough to realize the truth (even though it was a hard lesson). Just remember next time to listen to what they tell you!
2007-09-24 09:32:13 · answer #3 · answered by lotsadogs 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Adopting a dog is like adopting a baby. It is not something you do unless you are willing to give the dog a loving home for life.
With mixed breeds, even with poodles and bichons, there is still a chance that they can have allergens. My suggestion is buy some claratin and deal with the allergies. You made a commitment to care for this baby, now follow through with it!
If you don't have time for a puppy- make time. You commited to adding a family member. Learn to love him. Don't make him go through the trauma of being homeless again.
2007-09-24 09:22:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 6⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-09 18:46:08 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, that is exactly what you say.
It is unfair to the pup to stay in a home where you don't have time for him, and he is making you feel bad.
Act sooner rather than later, as puppies are much easier to re-home than an older dog. Your dad will appreciate your honesty and will be grateful he is not having to step in.
If you want to keep him, take antihistamines and bathe and brush the dog regularly.
The thing is, a puppy is A LOT of work.
2007-09-24 09:28:53 · answer #6 · answered by maxmom 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you could make arrangements for the dog to live with a friend or find someone else to take care of it so that way you can still visit it. If not, you're going to have to tell your dad straight up and give the dog to an animal shelter or sell it. It's sad but the only way.
2007-09-24 09:24:33 · answer #7 · answered by retro.dog.lover. 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's time to grow up. Chances are, because I know children, that you asked and asked and bugged dad to get this dog. Now you don't want it because it is messy and labor intensive. Well, life is messy and labor intensive. It's time to grow up and take some responsibility. This is your 'child' substitute. You can't just dump a child if you think it's too much trouble and you don't do the same thing to a dog. You have learned a lesson. Responsibility takes commitment and work. It's just time to mature a little.
2007-09-24 09:28:12 · answer #8 · answered by mama woof 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
they make shampoos and such for people with allergies and they work quit well. Wait why didn't this get discussed with the family first.... And you don't have time to deal with a puppy???? Why did you get a puppy then. People like you make me sick, pets are not disposable commodities, and then comes some one whom in the spur of the moment gets a pet and then the novelty wears off.. Why don't people think before they do><
2007-09-24 09:35:41 · answer #9 · answered by Against the <BSL> 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just tell them - you made a mistake, they were right, you were wrong, blah blah blah. You need to sit down as a family and talk about your options. The longer you keep him, the harder it will be to relinquish him (if that's what makes the most sense) and the harder it will be on him. Maybe you can figure out a way to keep him that everyone can live with. Good luck. And next time, listen to your dad.
2007-09-24 09:25:27 · answer #10 · answered by no qf 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋