I’ve had several dogs and never received the dog I was promised. No matter what the situation is there’s going to be something you didn’t count on or maybe someone was not honest. In many situations I’ve received false information or been led to believe things that were not true. It’s hard. In severe situations you might have to find another home for the dog but I feel like that decision should not be taken lightly. Unless you or the dog or someone in your home or going to be harmed,or put in a position where they’re not safe. You should stick it out because you made a commitment.
Housebreaking. Most of the time I’ve been told dogs were housebroken and most of the time they are not. There are many reasons for this. Number one when a dog is in a new situation a new home a new schedule things are not going to flow easily. It’s going to take time for everyone to get comfortable with the new addition to the home. That’s the best circumstances, and in that situation usually the potty training/house breaking schedule gets on track rather quickly.
The next situation where the dog is having accidents is just that someone was not honest. The dog was not housebroken at all. I’ve had that happen. So in that situation you start from the beginning and you housebreak the dog. I can’t tell you how long it’ll take or what method is going to work best. I would recommend consulting with experts. Trainers, behaviorists, maybe veterinarians or dog owners that you trust. Sometimes these dogs have been kept outside and is not used to being inside home full-time. In any situation housebreaking is going to take time, effort, determination, and patience. Invest in some natures miracle or in the Mattick cleaner. Crate training is a good thing and of course thoroughly clean in the areas where they’re having accidents. Buckle up it’s going to be a long ride but you’ll get through it. Lack of house training is not a good reason to rehome a dog. It’s just not. Any dog can have accidents and newsflash when they become seniors you might have to do this all over again or invest in diapers because when they’re seniors things change.
Aggression. This is a big one aggression can be dangerous. It just depends on what kind. We’re going to talk about the your aggression. The dog is scared and reacts aggressively. Maybe growling, snorling. Yes it can be scary, frustrating but hopefully you will form a bond with this dog. You should do everything in your power to make them feel safe go to training maybe look into medication if necessary there are natural remedies, do different things to keep the dog safe. I had a dog that preferred to be in a crate. It takes determination. Put in the work. Invest in this dog you have. I promise your dogs going to invest in you. It’s going to be hard but worth it.
Normal aggression just downright I don’t like people. This can be dangerous so if you have small children or vulnerable people in the home it might not be the dog for you but do not take this decision lightly. You need to put in every effort to make it work because you made a commitment. Again trainers, maybe medication, safety precaution such as crates, gates, whatever it takes. You should look down every Avenue before rehoming is the solution. Of course when it comes to biting sometimes hard decisions need to be made but you need to know in your heart that you did everything in your power to make this dog‘s life good before you make the ultimate decision to euthanize or rehome.
do not make the commitment to get a dog without research information and lots of helpful advice.
Dog aggression. The easy thing to this is if you are getting a dog and it’s a Single dog situation things will be easier. If you’re getting a dog and you already have dogs in the home well, that will be a little harder but not impossible. Make sure all dogs in the situation are dog friendly. Make introduction slow, gradual and do your homework learn about making dogs introductions happy. Make sure everyone’s going to be happy in the home living together. Do lots of research on breed situations. Take all of the dogs backgrounds into consideration before making the decision to bring the new dog in.
Issues with other pets in the home. Dogs are my only pet so I cannot speak much from experience but definitely if there’s cats, rodents, small animals ETC chickens farm stock. All of that needs to be taken into consideration. So many times I hear about people saying I rehomed to this dog because it did not get along with my chickens, goats, rabbits, or cats. Take all these things into consideration. Before making a commitment do your homework learn about the dog you’re bringing home meet the dog where it’s at and make the right decision for everyone involved including yourself.
When deciding to bring a dog into your home make a careful considerate decision. Do not make abrupt decisions or be impulsive. Make a list of the things you’re going to need from the Dog. Make a second list of the things you can give to the dog. Make sureThe items on the list are realistic.
Make sure you have realistic expectations for your new dog. Make sure you have realistic expectations for yourself. If you’re working 12 hours a day seven days a week is having a dog the right decision for you if you have two small kids and you’re pregnant and your child has special needs is a brand new puppy what you need?
I’m not saying the situation totally limit you from getting a dog I’m just saying under best circumstances people would find these life situation‘s difficult and then adding a dog on top of it might not work for everyone. There are people who make it work with unbelievable obstacles and challenges so it’s possible but everyone’s different and it’s important to realize your own limitations.make a monthly budget that you feel comfortable spending on a dog. Consider food, vet care, toys, enrichment, anything that you would possibly have to pay for for a dog. Consult other dog owners get into online dog communities or go to dog parks. Find out what dog owners are saying. It is good to look at online resources but human resources are the best when it comes to money matters.
Do you travel?? Are you dog might interfere with your traveling. You might have to get dog walkers pet sitters or take the dog with you. This might mean extra money extra time extra inconvenience. All that needs to be considered your dog might not like traveling or your dog might not do well being with other people while you travel? Consider if your dog might have special needs medically or physically. Maybe you have a dog with arthritis or Lexiing patella that can’t do steps. All that needs to be considered are you willing to change your lifestyle around for your dog especially if problems develop later on? Having a dog is wonderful they give so much love and they do not ask a lot of us humans we just need to meet them where they’re at and make sure we’re not imposing our feelings thoughts or desires upon them to strongly.
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