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thatsnotmymonster · 10/06/2010 21:25

We have a holiday booked in France in July- dh's parent's have booked it and payed for it, the whole family going including his brother and sister and their families.

We got a puppy earlier on this year (she's 4mths now) and we had previously confirmed that my parents would look after her when we took holidays etc. My parents are divorced.

Anyway we had agreed that my dad and his new wife would have her the first week as that fitted into their schedule and my mum would have her the second week.

Last week my mum got the date through for a back operation that she needs and it's the first day of the week she was doing...but I'm not angry about that, that's just unfortunate timing and my mum needs the op.

But my dad was round today and when I mentioned the dog-sitting he said his schedule had changed- I said maybe we could swap the weeks over and that might suit both parties better. We had originally discussed it with both him and his wife and they had written it in their diary. He phoned tonight to say he can't do it anymore.

I am really angry about it. We now have no dog-sitter and can't afford kennels. I looked after my dad's incontinent, grumpy, arthritic dog for 3 weeks while he went to south africa a couple of years ago even though he had just had an affair and left my mum in a right state and now he's totally let me down again. I don't know what we're going to do.

I'm sorry but I just needed a place to vent!!

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Myka · 10/06/2010 21:38

It is understandable that you're angry with your Dad for letting you down. I'd be hacked off too.

On a practical note, have you looked into a dog-sitter, you don't have to use kennels. You can get your dog looked after by someone at their home, you get to meet them beforehand to make sure you, the dog and the dog-sitter are happy. It's normally cheaper than kennels and a lot nicer too as the dog-sitter will normally try to keep to your routine as much as possible.

Try googling 'dog-sitter in *' and see what comes up.

Vallhala · 10/06/2010 21:41

I was going to say calm down, come and meet me and my home, take up some references on me and if you approve, I'll look after her... then I saw on your profile that you're in West Lothian. And I'm in East Anglia. Rollocks.

Hmmmm.

How about an ad in your local shop? Then, if you get any response, go meet the person, take up written and oral references and so on. This will be less expensive if the person is just a dog-fan doing it for a little extra cash (as opposed to a member of one of the 'professional' dog-sitting franchises which you often see advertised).

Other than that... any friends nearby? The type you would know pups was safe with but may not have thought of as doggy people, but who would nonetheless step in to get you out of a hole?

Ask around of people who you see regularly on your dog walks (and thus those you know take good care of their OWN dogs). Call your local rescue, who may well have a volunteer who'd be happy to help for a small fee or who may be able to offer advice at least.

HTH for a start.

OhExpletive · 10/06/2010 21:56

Would the breeder have her back for a while?

thatsnotmymonster · 10/06/2010 21:57

Vallhala, thanks for the help and advice! We are asking around and trying to think of friends- main problem is most of our friends also have young children and don't want to add someone else's puppy to the mix, or are out at work all day.

and yeah, I used to live in Diss for a while so I know how far away you are

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thatsnotmymonster · 10/06/2010 21:59

the breeder is a possibility...they were lovely...I think I would feel bad asking though...

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2old4thislark · 10/06/2010 22:15

Don't be afraid to ask the breeder. My friend bred one of mine and she loves having any of the pups back for holidays.

Milliways · 10/06/2010 22:21

Do you have any friends with Uni Student kids?

We have often had (well known to us) students house-sit in the summer & look after pets. They love it as hard to live with parents after being away, they earn some pocket money, and it's a LOT cheaper than kennels.

midori1999 · 10/06/2010 23:06

Ask the breeder, if they are a good one they will take th epuppy back. We always make it very clear to puppy buyers we will have dogs back for holidays and I love it. I always intend to charge them, but never do, it's just a pleasure to have the dogs here.

thatsnotmymonster · 10/06/2010 23:33

thanks everyone for the replies- I will think about asking the breeder- I just don't want them to feel obliged!

Will also think about the student thing!!

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minimu1 · 11/06/2010 07:56

I would have had the dog - How are you getting to France are you passing Surrey on your way!?

WynkenBlynkenandNod · 11/06/2010 12:56

I'd ask the breeder, I'm sure they will say no if they don't want to. Ours was going to have our dog back for holidays but unfortunately was forced to move and that's no longer an option. I'm a gutted as I wanted her to see how fab she is but never mind.

However having seen Minimu's offer, I'd definitely pass Surrey if I were you, think how beautifully behaved your pup will be following two weeks with her Very kind offer Mimimu

thatsnotmymonster · 13/06/2010 20:16

Hey all, been away for the weekend with my wee girl

minimu- that's very kind and I think we will pass very near as we are sailing from Portsmouth! Are you a dog expert then? I think we may be ok as a friend has offered but it still needs to be discussed further...

In fact lots of people have offered but most of them work during the day and at this stage she cannot be left alone for more than a few hours max. so it needs to be someone who will be around most of the time.

I love mumsnet- people are very kind and helpful, thankyou

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