So lately I’ve been rather naughty and sneaking peeks at www.midwestanimalrescue.org. Lindy thinks I’m crazy, and rightly so since a) I can’t actually have two dogs in my townhouse b) she’s not taking care of two dogs when I’m out of town and c) she was the one who had to deal with me during my last foster situation – also known as “doggie hospice.”
The problem is, these dogs are SO adorable and I feel like I haven’t been doing enough ‘good’ lately. Am way too focused on stupid stuff like Princess ‘Internally Focused’ and boys that don’t call back. I’m now going to be home for four weeks, and I’m toying with trying to foster a pup over the holidays.
Now for those of you who didn’t know me or didn’t hear about doggie hospice, it was quite the experience. Angelle Gold (pictured) was a 75lb golden retriever, who was five years old and supposedly out of shape. The second night I had her we had a huge fight when she wouldn’t get out of my car and tried to bite me a few times. Let’s just say there were lots of tears, borderline hysterics, and several calls to my mom and the rescue president (who didn’t return my calls). Finally, another volunteer I called the true Dog Whisperer showed up and helped me get her in the house. I truly thought there was something wrong with Angelle, but the rescue kept telling me she was just being a brat and needed to learn manners. This of course made me feel like a complete dog mom failure…no matter how many times my own mother told me that wasn’t the case.
The good news is that I was right, there was something wrong with her. The bad news is that I was right, there was something wrong with her. Poor pup had cancer everywhere, especially on her spine so it was no surprise she wasn’t a huge fan of petting.
So I can definitely understand why Mom thinks I’m bonkers to try doing this again, however, I still keep looking at that sight. Thus I’ve decided to make a list of pros and cons, and of course any one else’s opinion is welcome. Although the one thing I did learn, is that you can’t think about this. You just have to do it. otherwise, the cons will always win. Without further ado….
Pros
• Um, keeping a doggy or puppy from sitting in the pound or boarding while she (I’m partial to females) waits for a forever home
• A playmate for Gracie! And another snuggle bunny for me!
• Emotionally rewarding
Cons
• Dogs aren’t always trained, and will definitely destroy something
• Having to give her up when she finds a home
• Limited freedom; not sure how long the pup can be left alone with Gracie and my little house
• Could get yelled at by my association…IF they found out
• Dog hair EVERYWHERE
• Gracie might not be happy about a temporary visitor
• Very stressful the first few weeks, but then that’s all I would have her for – so no getting into a routine
So that's where we are for now. I'll keep you posted!
The problem is, these dogs are SO adorable and I feel like I haven’t been doing enough ‘good’ lately. Am way too focused on stupid stuff like Princess ‘Internally Focused’ and boys that don’t call back. I’m now going to be home for four weeks, and I’m toying with trying to foster a pup over the holidays.
Now for those of you who didn’t know me or didn’t hear about doggie hospice, it was quite the experience. Angelle Gold (pictured) was a 75lb golden retriever, who was five years old and supposedly out of shape. The second night I had her we had a huge fight when she wouldn’t get out of my car and tried to bite me a few times. Let’s just say there were lots of tears, borderline hysterics, and several calls to my mom and the rescue president (who didn’t return my calls). Finally, another volunteer I called the true Dog Whisperer showed up and helped me get her in the house. I truly thought there was something wrong with Angelle, but the rescue kept telling me she was just being a brat and needed to learn manners. This of course made me feel like a complete dog mom failure…no matter how many times my own mother told me that wasn’t the case.
The good news is that I was right, there was something wrong with her. The bad news is that I was right, there was something wrong with her. Poor pup had cancer everywhere, especially on her spine so it was no surprise she wasn’t a huge fan of petting.
So I can definitely understand why Mom thinks I’m bonkers to try doing this again, however, I still keep looking at that sight. Thus I’ve decided to make a list of pros and cons, and of course any one else’s opinion is welcome. Although the one thing I did learn, is that you can’t think about this. You just have to do it. otherwise, the cons will always win. Without further ado….
Pros
• Um, keeping a doggy or puppy from sitting in the pound or boarding while she (I’m partial to females) waits for a forever home
• A playmate for Gracie! And another snuggle bunny for me!
• Emotionally rewarding
Cons
• Dogs aren’t always trained, and will definitely destroy something
• Having to give her up when she finds a home
• Limited freedom; not sure how long the pup can be left alone with Gracie and my little house
• Could get yelled at by my association…IF they found out
• Dog hair EVERYWHERE
• Gracie might not be happy about a temporary visitor
• Very stressful the first few weeks, but then that’s all I would have her for – so no getting into a routine
So that's where we are for now. I'll keep you posted!
1 comment:
For the love of God, please, DO NOT FOSTER A PUP! I don't care how adorable. Remember a rescue pup would not have been in your parting present had it not been for the DISASTER it was this time last year.
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