i have this dog, and he has to be put down tomorrow, b/c he has been peeing in the house, and we got him fixed, but it didnt help. we have 2 other male dogs, so theres a lot to compete for. he is the smallest. and im getting a new puppy tomorrow, for my b*day, and it just happens to be the day that we have to put down my other dog. my dad has been calling me mean and such b/c im getting a new puppy, and im happy to be getting her, but hes like your replacing your old dog with a new one, thats so wrong. but today i was crying b/c its my dogs last day with me, and i really do love him.
im allowed to be happy to be getting a new puppy, right?
[ Answer this question ] Want to answer more questions in the Relationships category? Maybe give some free advice about: Families? isis answered Wednesday April 18 2007, 1:10 pm: If your dog's incontinence is due to him being old and ill and it's the best thing for HIM, that's different.
If you're doing it because you can't be bothered to train him or resolve the health issue that could be at the bottom of it, I don't think you should get another dog, ever.
Having a pet is a responsibility you take on for the duration of that animals natural life span. If it's treated with the love it deserves, you will get far more joy out of owning him, and the clearing up and training should be an accepted part of this.
Getting a new puppy on the day you are having your old dog killed is extremely insensitive, and I believe, does not show any real love on your part. So, yes, I agree with your father on this one. [ isis's advice column | Ask isis A Question ]
Brandi_S answered Tuesday April 17 2007, 10:03 pm: I agree with your dad. I think you are mean.
You allow your dog to be so expendable that he is being put down for an obedience issue that can be solved. If he has to compete for attention, that is highly likely a cause for his issue. Why not say 'no thanks' to getting the new puppy, and instead ask for obedience training for the one you already have?
You are replacing your dog with a new puppy the same day the other one is scheduled to die (for no GOOD reason), like one would replace a worn pair of shoes.
KittyxCatx333 answered Tuesday April 17 2007, 9:57 pm: Sweetie, of course its alright to be happy you're getting a new puppy! Atleast you loved your other dog and you will miss him. But you are not replacing him, oh no. He will be in your heart forever, of course! Hope I helped!
ashmoe2 answered Tuesday April 17 2007, 9:35 pm: yeah your fine as long as you understand how sad it is about your other dog....but it's okay to be excited about your new puppy i mean it a PUPPY you know? [ ashmoe2's advice column | Ask ashmoe2 A Question ]
YoUgOtItDuDe2013 answered Tuesday April 17 2007, 8:31 pm: yeahh you can get a new dog.
it doesnt matter.
your sad that your other doggy has to go but thats what happens.
dont worry you can get a new doggy.
p.s.
HAPPY B*DAY
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