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To want to re home our 10 month old puppy...

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intheloudhouse · 10/05/2021 10:15

We got a cockapoo last summer. He's a nice natured dog and house trained quite easily but he just causes me so much stress.

I have a very active 4 year old and I'm currently 20 weeks pregnant with HG so most days moving from the sofa is an effort at the moment.

He chews all DS's toys, all of my underwear to shreds (he gets it out of the washing basket) he terrorises the cat, (we have to now feed the cat on the kitchen table as he eats her food) goes into the bins and rips everything up that's in then, he annoys DS and steals food from his plate, he constantly jumps up on the back of the sofa to look out of the window and bark.. when DP is away I can't even go and stay with my parents for support as he hassles their elderly dog.. and quite simply I honestly don't have the energy or headspace to be able to give him the love and attention he needs at the moment with me being so unwell and then obviously I'll have a baby too in 5 months.

DP will not have any of it that I want to rehome him. He says he would rather get rid of me first. But it's me that's left with him while he goes out to work or for meals or days out with his friends on a weekend!

I just don't know what to do.

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Illstartexercisingtomorrow · 11/05/2021 04:00

Op, the only thing you need to do is leave this man. And the dog.

You don’t need an abusive partner. Even for money.

Call women’s aid for advice and start making your plan.

RiojaRose · 11/05/2021 05:21

Flowers and lots of love to you, OP.
I haven’t been in your exact situation but I have been in an awful situation with difficult choices to make and no obvious solution (and bereavement, and depression and a wanker of a partner). It’s so hard.

Not sure I have any advice because I don’t know what would help you. Except: ignore arseholes on the internet who can’t be bothered to (a) read; (b) think; (c) imagine anything outside their limited experience.

I hope things will begin to get a little easier for you. You deserve some happiness in life. Flowers Flowers Flowers

Frenchfancy · 11/05/2021 05:43

What a difficult situation. I would advise you to go and stay with your mum and dad and leave the dog with your dp. Having you and dc around could help bring your mum out of her dark place. Whatever you decide today do not let a dog be the deciding factor. Flowers

BlowDryRat · 11/05/2021 05:58

OP, you are not a mess. Your partner is an abusive, horrible man who is making you miserable. Please, please leave. Let him deal with the dog. I was in your situation several years ago. I thought there was no way out. MN helped me to divorce the scumbag. 6 years on and I'm happy, financially secure, remarried to the most wonderful man and enjoying being a parent. I look back now and can't believe what I put up with for so long.

oscarandelliesdad · 11/05/2021 06:05

Op, I am so sorry you are going through all this utterly awful time. Please leave this wanker of a manFlowersFlowers.
Professional paintball?! What a dick! Sending strength and love to you

readingismycardio · 11/05/2021 06:08

I really don't get the people who put a dog above a human being. I love animals, the puppy will most definitely be successfully rehomed with a loving family, I really don't see the issue.

OP, you have a lot on your plate, I am so sorry you are going through this and I hope you do find a way to get out of this abusive relationship Thanks

BlowDryRat · 11/05/2021 06:17

'Professional paintball'. Riiiight.

'Billy big dick breadwinner' made me Grin

Opentooffers · 11/05/2021 06:50

Dogs get

Opentooffers · 11/05/2021 07:02

Oops! Dogs get destructive when bored. To stop them being bored they need walking twice a day, which I would guess, if on the sofa all day, is not happening. It sounds more like your nasty DP is forcing you to keep the dog to punish you rather than any attachment he has, as not doing much to care for it either. Don't leave me he dog with him, get it re-homed, it doesn't sound like your DP's work/paintball escapades, would fit in with having the dog either. It was a poor decision, but make the right one now and do the dog a favour.
If he leaves you because you've re-homed the dog, it sounds like a bonus. You should take your Dad up on his offer and start afresh with his support and CMS off your ex.

Quartz2208 · 11/05/2021 07:10

Please take your son and move in with your parents and take the other decisions that you need to from there.

Skyla2005 · 11/05/2021 07:15

Sorry your going through such a horrible time. Something that may help a little bit. Have you got a field or any open spaces near your where you can let the dog off for a run ? If yes get the dog out every morning without fail and let him run off lead for a good hour take treats with you and he will come back ! You will be surprised what a difference it will make to his calmness in the house for the rest of the day. Your mental health will also improve for being out walking in the fresh air and you will be able to think much clearer. Dogs need wearing out to be able to behave Good luck and sorry your having such a bad time

Roselilly36 · 11/05/2021 07:19

Sending you a hug OP. It sounds like you have a lot on your plate.

I know someone who many years ago brought a puppy, she had two very young children and just couldn’t cope, she became depressed, the dog had to go, her DH said no etc. Eventually, she called the breeder, who agreed to take the puppy back. And things settled down.

Sometimes people make mistakes, you won’t be the first or last person to buy a puppy, and it not work out.

It’s doesn’t sound like the puppy is a the biggest problem OP, I hope you have someone to support you in RL.

Good luck Flowers

Roboticcarrot · 11/05/2021 07:23

If he says he would get rid of you rather than the dog say yeah sure. He sounds like an abusive arsehole and as scary as leaving might seem, there is plenty of support out there.

Toolateplanting · 11/05/2021 07:23

Thinking of you Op, what a horrible situation you are in. You can and will get through this and be the mum you need to be for your boy (and depending on your decision your bump too).
Agree with posters above saying go with your child to your dad’s, let yourself be looked after for a little while, think as clearly as you can about the baby and what you want yourself

Leave the dog with ex partner. If he paid for it there’s a risk he could get very nasty and accuse you of theft if you rehome. Leave the phone number of a rescue centre if you can.
Good luck

orishan · 11/05/2021 07:35

Sending you so much love OP and I really hope that the midwife or nurse are able to give you the support you need. As an HG sufferer I can sympathise with how tough your situation is and appreciate that you have big decisions to make about your partner and the baby. The people that care more about the dog than you in this situation are truly disgraceful.

DeadButDelicious · 11/05/2021 07:38

Sending love OP. Thanks

bitheby · 11/05/2021 07:55

Can't believe posters are being so blasé about a late abortion of a wanted child. Life is awful for you at the moment OP but it won't be like this for ever. You're not getting the support you need and with your illness this is making everything worse. Life would be difficult right now without pregnancy and a puppy. We can only cope with so much stress at once and your cup is overflowing.

Life will be different in a few months. Second the suggestion to go to your parents for some respite.

Muststopeating · 11/05/2021 07:57

@intheloudhouse I say everything I'm about to say from a place of kindness. I am 30 weeks pregnant with my 3rd (2 and 3 year old), I have a very supportive DH and I do not have HG and I am still broken. Pregnancy is hard! Parenting is hard! It is hard.

I do question though whether having a late term abortion is really the answer. You need to weigh up the long term mental impact vs the (relatively) short term physical cost of continuing the pregnancy. Have the hospital explained to you what will happen? I am absolutely appalled that you are booked in for a late term abortion tomorrow and are still waiting to speak to the mental health team!

You have been failed by your partner and you have been failed by the medical professionals.

BUT (as you know) you have made some very poor decisions. You partner doesn't sound like he turned into a shit overnight, yet you keep extending your family with him. First a dog, then another pregnancy. You need to find a way to break that cycle.

I want to say first decision is dog, but given the appointment is booked then first decision is baby.

Do you want this baby? Do you love it? Are you prepared to be a single mum to 2 DC? You may not have a job but you will be able to claim various benefits if you leave. Can you arrange a phone call with citizens advice ASAP to understand what you would be entitled to? Having the sums in front of you may make you realise that you do have options.

Have you tried every medication available for the HG? Can you absolutely not cope with this any longer? Have you reached out to all the options for help that are available to you to get you through the next few months? (I think someone mentioned Homestart etc on your other thread).

Rehoming the dog is a no brainer. Have you heard of Doodle Trust? They rehome Poodle cross breads specifically and are VERY particular about who they rehome them with (the application form is like a dissertation). Please don't try to sell the dog or give it away online. I kmow the dog would have been expensive (someone mentioned 1k but some are going for 2.5k) but puppy farms are everywhere at the moment. The very least you owe the dog is a new decent home, and since there are people who will do that for you with only a phone call then I think you need to do that NOW. Regardless of what you think partner will do (unless you think you might be in danger and then that is a very different thing).

As for 'D'P. I think it is very obvious that you need to leave him. I appreciate that that may be exceptionally difficult logistically. I think you have to move in with your parents, even if you do feel like a burden. At that point you will be separated and can start claiming the things you will need to rebuild your life. DP will need to sell the house and give you half of any equity (you should be able to get a solicitor on legal aid) which should give you enough to pay a deposit on a rental etc.

The only thing that I know for sure from your posts is that you can't keep going on as you are. I understand why you think you don't want to be alive. You have some very very daunting decisions ahead of you and it must be terrifying.

But please remember that your 4 year old NEEDS you and both your parents (even your mum) LOVE you. Lives would be worse if you weren't here anymore.

You cannot solve your whole life overnight. Take each day, each step and each decision one at a time. I wish you lots of luck and hope you can find your way through this to a happier life.

GabsAlot · 11/05/2021 15:12

is there such a thing a spro painballing? anyway the dog is the least of your worries yes rehome him and then leave your abusive partner he sounds horrendous

tricyclepop · 11/05/2021 15:27

I had HG with my first and he is 2 years old. I had a cleaner in every week, Deliveroo frequently ordered as I felt sick even with the steam coming out the pan when I tried cooking and even with that I struggled to get off the sofa. Every time I put my head down the toilet to vomit minimum 15 times a day, I had no energy to do anything. I cried with no tears. It mentally drained me for 9 months and I was in a very dark place. From this experience, I am not thinking of having a second baby until my 2yo grows and goes to school because it's unfair on him. I understand you op. The dog sounds too much to cope. I would find a lovely home for the dog and take my child and stay at my parents for a while until your partner pulls his finger out. Your mental health and well-being is very important. Prioritise yourself. If your happy and content, everything else fits perfectly and will benefit from it from your unborn child to your 4yo. Take care of yourself Thanks

Gembie · 11/05/2021 18:19

Just wondering if you and your partner have had a dog before OP? The behaviour of the dog you describe isn’t terribly different from our dogs at times (whippets) but they need to be watched, corrected and disciplined appropriately. Lots (and I mean lots!) of chew toys should help with the chewing on things for a start. Having a dog requires a certain mindset imho, but you shouldn’t feel shame to rehome if you feel you can’t cope, that’s fairest on the dog

I appreciate you have a lot going on at the moment, do what’s best for you x

funnylittlefloozie · 11/05/2021 18:26

Could the anti-choice people please just pipe down? The OP has enough problems, without sanctimonious anti-abortion lectures as well. This is NOT an easy decision for her to make.

Muststopeating · 11/05/2021 19:18

@funnylittlefloozie

Could the anti-choice people please just pipe down? The OP has enough problems, without sanctimonious anti-abortion lectures as well. This is NOT an easy decision for her to make.
Just in case I came across as anti-choice. I am 100% not. I can only imagine what a terrible choice it would be and that was what my post was supposed to reflect. I think it would be an even worse thing to walk into blind. I have also read the OP's original thread re. her reasons behind the potential abortion and my impression was that it was an absolute last resort and thus potentially something she could regret. I have the deepest sympathy that she has been left with so little support that she feels this is the only option left to her for a baby that she did/does want.

But to be very clear, I am pro-choice and if that is what OP thinks is best for her then of course she should go ahead with her appointment (not that she needs my blessing obviously).

bitheby · 11/05/2021 20:07

@funnylittlefloozie

Could the anti-choice people please just pipe down? The OP has enough problems, without sanctimonious anti-abortion lectures as well. This is NOT an easy decision for her to make.

No it's fucking not an easy decision but I'm worried that she won't be able to live with herself once the current storm has passed. She has the rest of her life to live with this decision and strangers on the internet are telling her to abort her baby and get rid of the dog and then going about their days without a care in the world. This is her life.