This Guy Pulls At My Heart Strings...

BOO'S-DAD said:
Melissa, I know some people at the second chance sheltie rescue here in Saint Louis and dogs are not always turned in because the are damaged. Some owners pass away, and the dog is left with no one, some have financial problems and can no longer care for them, some people move and can't have animals. There are many reasons they are given up. And even if some are damaged should they be forgotten? I was damaged for along time...I'm sure glad no one kicked me to the curb and forgot about me. If you haven't, read the story about Brian, Michele & Mia.....(mbfrench) to me, these are two of the most wonderful people on this planet. Even if you have to fight thru a few problems with a rescue...you will never be sorry...these puppies give you back love like you have never received.
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I know it and I have read all about Brian, Michele and Mia (Bumper too, their special needs kitty) and know what special people they are. I'm eagerly awaiting Mia's homecoming.

I just need to have dh read this thread. :smile2:
 
I think this pup is the ideal situation for you. Still young,you don't have to deal with all the little puppy stuff.very trainable,and who can pass up the fact that he is adorable. Also as everyone else said not all dogs in rescue are "damaged"
and if they are they need are love much more than the healthy ones but that of course takes alot more care and attention that you may not have caring for Sadie.
 
dawns2shelties said:
I think this pup is the ideal situation for you. Still young,you don't have to deal with all the little puppy stuff.very trainable,and who can pass up the fact that he is adorable. Also as everyone else said not all dogs in rescue are "damaged"
and if they are they need are love much more than the healthy ones but that of course takes alot more care and attention that you may not have caring for Sadie.
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That's true too, although I'm fairly certain I'm through the worst of it with Sadie.

I'm dying to contact the rescue as he'll get snapped up quickly, but I don't want to be hasty when dh isn't on board yet.

I came across this video on FB today, coincidentally. I'll have to show it to dh, its really great. :smile2:

http://www.dogwork.com/feeling/
 
Couldn't have said it better than BOO'S DAD. I volunteer at a shelter and have for almost 4 years now. I have seen some of the most fabulous dogs come in, they are not all just rejects for behavioral reasons. I have brought some into my home as foster dogs, and haven't had a problem with them getting along with us, our Shelties, and usually OK with our kitty and rabbit.

It is a lifelong commitment so you want it to be the right match, nothing wrong with that. But getting a puppy from a breeder does not guarantee compatibility.

I would seriously consider the rescue. They are usually THE most grateful of dogs.

Sharon
 
What a handsome boy he is ! Yes, you wouldn't have the puppy phase to go through again.

Let me play devil's advocate on something, however. Does Petfinders know why this dog is in rescue ? (I only see the recommendation regarding not mixing with little children).
 
What a beautiful Tri. I think he sounds like a great sheltie, maybe he is there due to the economy or one of those stupid reasons people turn in shelties.
 
Some Good Reasons

As at least some of you know, I am an enthusiastic supporter of "Rescue". Yes, sometimes there are "good" reasons why a Sheltie comes into rescue. For example - economics (human family expenses, for most people, come first) - tragedy - a good dog parent is killed or maimed or incapacitated, suffers a stroke, or other misfortune - a regretable change in housing due to age or other infirmity - & others. It is sometimes a painful but necessary thing to give up your furkid for its own good. I sincerely hope that these things (and other possibilities) never happen to me. I have commitments from family members to care for my furkids should I not be able to - and that is an important thing to work on as "insurance". -------------------- Bad human decisions are the main reasons why many/most animals in shelters get there. It is most often not the animal who has a problem, it is the humans that have been in their lives. It is up to us to show that animal that there are trustworthy humans and that their lives can be ones of health, security and love. ------------- So go for it and give this little guy who captures your imagination the healthy happy and loving home he deserves.
 
OntarioSheltie said:
That's true too, although I'm fairly certain I'm through the worst of it with Sadie.

I'm dying to contact the rescue as he'll get snapped up quickly, but I don't want to be hasty when dh isn't on board yet.

I came across this video on FB today, coincidentally. I'll have to show it to dh, its really great. :smile2:

http://www.dogwork.com/feeling/
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I just saw that video on there recently also. don;t you love it. If that doesn't get him :biggrin2: I think you should go for it before he get's snatched up. It's not always that easy to find the younger ones available for adoption.

Also you must take into account alot of people get Shelties because they think of Lassie. The newness wears off and than they realize Shelties are high energy and need alot of exercise or they are barkers which many people don't know. Many Shelties are given up because people just can't devote the time or can't handle the barking. There's nothing wrong with these dogs it's the owner who has a problem. :uhoh::rolleyes2:
 
The breeder who did the home check for Emma is actually invovled with the Sheltie Rescue in Niagara (I believe) and the Niagara rescue is associated with the Ontario South one.

He is a beautiful dog, looks well taken care of. Hope your DH agrees and you get him. But what is it with tris now?
 
OntarioSheltie said:
Fitting in with my girls I think would be the biggest issue and I'd insist on meeting him with them first. Ginny is a bossy little thing but not the least bit aggressive or dominant and I've never seen her have trouble with other dogs. Sadie is excellent too, but doesn't like other dogs getting right in her face. In general she's excellent with other dogs too, particularly young ones.

I don't anticipate any problems but would be slightly concerned with Sadie, as I guess she would now be considered special needs and can't be knocked about too much. She is however very active and wrestles all the time with Ginny, so doubt there would be any problems.

Yeah, he is very young to be in a rescue, I wonder what his story is. My guess is that he may have been owned by someone older and had too much energy.
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most rescues want the new dog to meet the whole family- including all other pets. also will usually have a trial period during which you can change your mind - and get your money back.
Callie's rescue said they'd hold my check for 2 weeks - just in case. I told them they didn't need to do that- she was home and wasn't going anywhere :smile2:
I bet he'd be a great fit with the girls and he's so cute. but don't listen to me- just cause I'm getting number 3 in just two days.............
 
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