And name it after the person who died?
2007-12-27 13:58:32 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
NO! It's a sweet thought, but a really, really bad idea. One, they may not WANT a puppy. Puppies are a lot of work, and a bereaved person is probably just not up to taking care of a puppy, especially if the deceased has been ill for a while and they were taking care of them.
Two, naming a puppy should be the privilege of the person who owns it. Giving someone a puppy and saying, "Here's Malcolm!" is waaay creepy -- like you think he's been reincarnated!
2007-12-27 15:59:22 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
No. One, it is rarely a good idea to give an animal as a gift. Two, if you name it after the person who passed away, the bereaved person may not take that well. They may see it as an intentional insult.
Flowers, sympathy cards, donations to a charity in the name of the deceased... these are generally safe ideas.
2007-12-27 22:05:12 · answer #2 · answered by Liz 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Naming it after the person who died, no.
Giving a puppy depends on the individual. Some would like it a lot, and some wouldn't. Maybe bringing a puppy over to visit for a while would be better--cheerful presence of an endearing animal without the responsibility. After a few visits ask the person if he/she would like to have the pup.
2007-12-27 22:10:59 · answer #3 · answered by Poet G 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
After time has passed, a pet is a wonderful addition. A dog gives much love. But, you'd have to make sure it's okay with the recipient first.
Naming it after the deceased is very funny in my book, but I do not know if anyone else would get it.
2007-12-28 00:39:09 · answer #4 · answered by Marguerite 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No, it isn't. You may tell the person if he or she would like a puppy, you would be pleased to get it for him or her. If that occurs, you should give the puppy to the person unnamed.
2007-12-27 23:29:22 · answer #5 · answered by Melissa 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
No, for two reasons
1: it means they have to be responsible for it
2: It minimizes their grief by unintentionally implying that their loved one can be replaced in their hearts by a pet.
2007-12-27 22:39:21 · answer #6 · answered by Vega 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
No, never. They are too depressed to take care of a puppy who needs so much time and care. no no no!
2007-12-28 11:41:05 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no,a pet as a 'gift" is never a good idea,the person needs to take care of themselves before they can worry about something else
2007-12-27 22:03:30 · answer #8 · answered by renee k 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋
No,a pet is not a good gift.
2007-12-27 22:07:11 · answer #9 · answered by xjoizey 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
give the pup but let them name it
2007-12-28 13:26:01 · answer #10 · answered by ladysosureone 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋