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Puppy has to go :(

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Bumchin101 · 20/02/2018 16:56

We recently got a dachshund (31st Jan) she's 5 months old. Since having her my DS whose 4 has been so nasty towards her to the point she is constantly locked in the kitchein for her and DS safety. DS use to be so loving and caring and since getting dpup he has changed. I've tried disaplining DS but nothing seems to be working. Most of the time he's just playing with Dpup but he always goes overboard and ends up hurting her. It's getting so bad Dpup has started jumping up at people's faces and going to bite them and has even bit DS a couple of times. I'm worried as I have a 2 week old DD and concerned that dpup will hurt DD. I don't want to have to rehome dpup and we live my mil who has really bonded with her and gets upset everytime I mention it might be a possibility, but I have tried everything I can think if and nothing is changing. Not sure what i want from posting this really.

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GreatDuckCookery6211 · 21/02/2018 11:32

These types of threads are always emotive and can get heated. Nobody wants an already struggling new mum to feel worse than she does but it's absolutely necessary to try and point out that this puppy must not be sold on Gumtree or the likes because it will be going from one ordeal to possibly one a whole lot worse, maybe into the hands of someone who will breed from her that has no experience of the breed or that of breeding. A never ending cycle of puppies going into the wrong hands.

But hand on heart can't see the puppy being surrender to the breed rescue because they won't be able to give the OP the money back she's already spent lining the pocket of some bastard puppy farmer.

CapnHaddock · 21/02/2018 12:07

What exactly is 'vile' about my last post, Saint?

HidingFromDD · 21/02/2018 12:18

We had a dog from a breeder who we had to rehome 5 years later (allergies in 2 year old. The restrictions we would have needed would have detrimentally impacted dog's life). We contacted the breeder and discussed it. She had a waiting list of people who wanted older dogs and helped us rehome her to a lovely retired couple who also had grandkids, so knowing she was excellent with children was a bonus. It broke my heart to part with her but we used to get little postcards telling us everything she'd been up to and she spent the rest of her life very loved and not excluded from all family areas which we would have had to do. Sometimes rehoming is in the best interests of the dog, and a reputable breeder will always help

GreatDuckCookery6211 · 21/02/2018 12:22

Sadly Hiding this is not a reputable breeder.

strawberrypenguin · 21/02/2018 12:23

Yes - rehouse the puppy, you clearly can’t keep her safe.

In the mean time what are the consequences for your DS when he hurts the puppy. He’s 4 not a baby I’d be very concerned about his constantly trying to hurt another living being.

puffermunkin · 21/02/2018 12:42

The breeder sounds ridiculous, most good breeders would always take the dog back. I am surprised that she let you have the dog in your circumstances with a new baby coming along.

No judgement from me, we have all made mistakes. I have owned Dachshunds for many years and I know they need an experienced owner. Please do not advertise to rehome on gumtree or Facebook, you will never really know where the poor dog could end up. Please contact The Red Foundation, they are dachshund specific and will make sure all home checks are done and match him with the right family.

FluffyPineapple · 21/02/2018 13:17

Nobody is being “vile”. They are simply pointing out that puppies are exhausting. They take up most of the owners time. Housetraining can be extremely frustrating then they need regular excercise, stimulation and training.

Having a new puppy, a new born baby and a 4 year old is an possible task. Most people are blaming the irresponsible, greedy breeder who allowed this situation to happen.

I second everyone else here OP. Cut your losses and give the puppy to a daschund specific rehoming centre where it will have a great chance of life. DO NOT sell on gumtree. The poor puppy could well be used as bait for fighting dogs and spent a day being ripped apart. And yes this happens more often than you could imagine. If you want what’s best for this puppy you will rehome it via a breed specific centre. You have had the links. Do it while it’s still young and there will be a great deal of interest in the pup. The rehoming centre will rehome to the best suited owners. Good Luck 🍀

flowerbloom · 21/02/2018 13:23

Can I look after the puppy?

Daschunds are not only an expensive breed but also one that takes a lot of care, time and attention.

I think it's ridiculous your breeder won't take him back, any good breeder would. I am part of several Daschund breeding groups and this has been debated heavily with the overwhelming majority saying that they would always take it back for the safety of that puppy. Additionally, a good breeder probably wouldn't risk selling to a heavily pregnant woman because of the risks you are experiencing.

flowerbloom · 21/02/2018 13:23

Can I look after the puppy?

Daschunds are not only an expensive breed but also one that takes a lot of care, time and attention.

MrsJoshDun · 21/02/2018 13:23

Please rehome her through proper channels. She doesn't sound like she has a happy life.

MsAdorabelleDearheartVonLipwig · 21/02/2018 14:33

I can’t imagine a reputable breeder would have puppies ready at Christmas either. Sounds like a money spinner to me.

HuskyMcClusky · 21/02/2018 14:36

Of course it’s not a reputable breeder, or they wouldn’t have made up bullshit about not being able to take the dog back because of the microchip.

GreatDuckCookery6211 · 21/02/2018 14:44

Sounds like it's from a puppy farm dressed up as a kennels that sells lots of different breeds.

Heartbreaking all round.

PersianCatLady · 21/02/2018 15:13

But hand on heart can't see the puppy being surrender to the breed rescue because they won't be able to give the OP the money back she's already spent lining the pocket of some bastard puppy farmer
In the OP's position I would not expect the money back.

OP - Did the breeder refuse to take the puppy back altogether or refuse to give you your money back if you gave back the puppy???

FabbyChix · 21/02/2018 23:00

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user1471549326 · 22/02/2018 07:46

You should be ashamed of that message - the 4 year old is not evil, he's confused/jealous/after attention because his world has been turned upside down by his new sibling. Mum made a mistake, she does not deserve comments like that. Have a think about the effect those words could have on the emotional state of a mum of a newborn would you?

PhelanThePain · 22/02/2018 09:29

No he sounds 4 years old with lots going on around him so he is acting up. OP there is no such thing as evil so ignore fabby’s nasty post.

AvocadosBeforeMortgages · 22/02/2018 10:18

When I was 4 my parents separated messily, new house, started school. I don't remember standing on the dog's tail

PhelanThePain · 22/02/2018 10:41

Did you have a dog? you probably did loads of shit you have no memory of.

AvocadosBeforeMortgages · 22/02/2018 11:17

Grandparents, who did a great deal of childcare, had two elderly dogs who died and were followed by a new puppy at that time.

I'm sure I did do lots I can't remember, but I'm also certain it didn't include deliberately inflicting pain on animals!

BiteyShark · 22/02/2018 11:23

I think the key thing here is that the OP doesn't have time to 'manage' the 4 year olds behaviour nor the puppies let alone both together so the easiest option is to rehome the puppy.

It's interesting that I have seen comments on threads on here say what's the point in having a dog when you work full time etc but actually it should be what's the point in having a dog if you can't commit to looking after it when you are around. The OP clearly doesn't have time when she has a two week old as well.

user1471549326 · 22/02/2018 11:26

Is it hard to understand that some kids cope with change better than others? He is 4 - they can be irrational and unpredictable (I know, I have one). His behaviour obviously needs dealing with but it does not make him evil.

PhelanThePain · 22/02/2018 11:27

Well I guess you were the model child then avocados you should write a book on how you did it. 4 year olds would lap that shit up.

Seriously though, I’m sure you’re capable of understanding that different children respond to different situations, differently. Stomping on a puppy's Tail is very naughty and unpleasant, but he is certainly not evil. Nor is OP encouraging it.

TattyCat · 22/02/2018 12:27

There is such a thing as evil behaviour though. And stamping on a puppy's tail is an example of that.

wendywoopywoo222 · 22/02/2018 12:32

Please pass the dog onto a reputable rescue ASAP before any more harm is done to it.

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