2007-12-16 01:26:50 · 32 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Um, are you saying that you want to give your nephew a dog and you're not sure he'll want it........so just in case he doesn't which kind of dog would be easy to get rid of????
Please don't give the gift of an animal to an unsuspecting person. If your nephew wants a dog, let him get it himself (or have him pick one out with you, so you can pay for it).
Our shelters are full of animals that people decided they didn't want. Please don't add to that problem.
2007-12-16 01:31:42 · answer #1 · answered by BarbieGurl 3 · 14⤊ 0⤋
Giving pets as gifts is a very bad idea. The recipient absolutly must be involved if you want to give a pet as a gift - to ensure the adoption is wanted and a success which lessens the stress on the animal. An animal is a lifelong commitment (vet, food, toys, walks, time, training) that is not disposable - and when adopting/buying a dog, the consideration of what kind would be easiest to get rid means you shouldn't get one.
Alternatives to giving a dog as a gift would be giving an adoption certificate and letting the recipient pick out what they want or just not making the pet a surprise - the recipient should be involved in the whole process. It will be them, not you, that will be responsible for the dog.
http://0-video.msn.com.millennium.unicatt.it/video.aspx?mkt=en-us&vid=a42749e3-0c8e-4b6f-8764-fa87f28abe10
http://www.paw-rescue.org/PAW/PETTIPS/DogTip_giftpet.php
2007-12-16 01:50:44 · answer #2 · answered by feral_akodon 4 · 5⤊ 0⤋
ugh, this is one of the worst things about the holidays. People giving other people pets, which later turn into a nuisance for the recipient and end up,
1) abandoned wandering the streets
2) listed in a classifed ad "Free dog"
3) at the local animal shelter.
DO NOT get your nephew a dog as a gift without first speaking with your nephew's parents to see if they agree that they will help with the dog (financially and care wise) and will be able to provide it a loving permanent home.
Better yet, if his parent's agree that a dog would be ok, work with them to understand what breed is most compatible with the family. Then, contact a rescue group for that breed and adopt a dog with the intention of giving the dog a Forever Home.
2007-12-16 01:37:59 · answer #3 · answered by 2007_Shelby_GT500 7 · 6⤊ 1⤋
Talk to you're nephew before getting the dog. Take him and his family to the shelter and have them pick out the dog that works for them. I work at an animal shelter, and its not about which dog would get adopted or not. Its about lives. If you bring the most adoptable animal in, that animal is still taking up space at the shelter. Space that has to be made for that dog, which equals euthanizing another dog for the room. All so you can drop the dog off and feel like he won't be killed. No matter how fast he is adopted, that dog will be affected emotionally from the situation, and you'll be killing another dog.
2007-12-16 01:32:51 · answer #4 · answered by Grayline 4 · 7⤊ 0⤋
NEVER, EVER, EVER gift an animal - it more often than not leads to an unwanted dog or cat that is loved one minute then abandoned the next, please don't do it! Make sure your nephew WANTS a dog and that he knows the implications of caring for one and if he lives with his parents that THEY want a dog! Its a responsibility that lasts for the life-time of the dog which, in most cases, is 14 / 16 YEARS!!!
2007-12-16 09:18:38 · answer #5 · answered by misstraceyrick 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If you are not sure about your nephew wanting a dog, I would not get him one. Many people give pets as Holiday gifts, but most of the recipients end up giving those "gifts" away. Think about the poor animals. I would talk to your nephew's parents first and see if having a dog would be suitable for the family. If they can provide a dog with a loving, caring home then go for it. If not, there are many other great gifts out there to give your nephew. Happy Holidays!
2007-12-16 01:31:54 · answer #6 · answered by xprincessx 4 · 12⤊ 0⤋
if you think your nephew might not want a dog DONT GET ONE! Having a dog is a lifetime commitment. Please...please ask him first. You have to give up quite a lot of things if you have a dog . It's a big responsibility. Check first!
2007-12-16 02:01:43 · answer #7 · answered by Nip 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
None. You DO NOT get a dog that will be easy to place in a new home in case your nephew doesn't want it. That's very irresponsible, and dogs aren't something you can just dump. If you're not 100% positive your nephew will care for this dog, do not get one.
2007-12-16 01:37:33 · answer #8 · answered by liveyourlife 6 · 9⤊ 0⤋
the answer would be not to get a dog for him or let him have one if he isnt old enough to look after it and understand the commitment and time the dog will need!
any dogs can be given up for adoption and most will be given a nice home with a suitable family regardless of what breed they are, but you shouldnt choose a breed for that reason, it should be whats most suited to the family and circumstances.
if that is the priority question my suggestion is to leave the dogs well alone.
2007-12-16 02:49:15 · answer #9 · answered by bebishenron 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
don't buy it unless you know he wants it! Can't you ask the parents if he wants a dog and if so what kind can he have or would he want and ask if they are going to help take care of a dog. If you want to get a dog for Christmas or something write a note about it and wrap a stuffed dog and let the parents and child pick out a dog or a breed and then get him one
2007-12-16 01:32:57 · answer #10 · answered by Carrie S 4 · 6⤊ 0⤋
That's really sad. A dog should be like a part of the family, act as another child. It's not something that look cute and play with you, you need to groom, bathe, walk, pay for, feed, and take them to the vet for an annual visit. If you ever get a dog for someone, you need to discuss it with them. Discuss the breed, color, gender, etc. How about you just don't buy the puppy and leave it for a amily that will take it as their family.
2007-12-16 01:35:04 · answer #11 · answered by Lauren 4 · 6⤊ 0⤋