Heart or Head

The problem with taking on an older dog which I did, is that potentially you only have a short time with them. Having lost two dogs in about 2 years, and having a 13 year old still, Im not sure Im up for another oldie
 
Penny Less said:
The problem with taking on an older dog which I did, is that potentially you only have a short time with them. Having lost two dogs in about 2 years, and having a 13 year old still, Im not sure Im up for another oldie
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I can understand that. But in some ways I feel they almost more deserving. I wouldn't hesitate to home an older dog.
 
Penny Less said:
The problem with taking on an older dog which I did, is that potentially you only have a short time with them. Having lost two dogs in about 2 years, and having a 13 year old still, Im not sure Im up for another oldie
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I think perhaps share it out, you have just put yourself through the wringer with an oldie, maybe somethnig a bit younger next time. My mums last two rescues were 7, so 'old' by some standards but God willing plenty of years left.
 
Penny Less said:
Am missing my Gordon so much that I am thinking about another dog already. Too soon I know but only thinking for a future time.
In my heart I would have another one,( Rescue people would like to keep me on their list ) in my head I tell myself I am too old and should take on something smaller and less active. Also have to take into account my 13 year old collie X who is v laid back but likes to be left alone. So when you choose another dog is it head or heart ?
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I don’t know how ‘old-old’you are Penny & I won’t ask! My MIl is in her 70s & has eight dogs - the eldest is 13 & the youngest 3. My worry is that the younger dogs could live for another 10 years & sadly, I’m not sure my MIL will. Which means these lovely dogs might have to find new homes. I am definitely considering adopting elderly dogs when I’m older & less inclined for puppy training.
 
Exactly BS, why I wouldnt take on a youngster, which is just as well because ive seen Dogs Trust in my area have a Gordon setter cross in for rehoming! Hes only young 1-2 years. Backed away quickly !
 
It depends whether the necessary arrangements have been made? My mother is 78 and has 8 dogs - I think! - but she has ensured that if the worst should happen the dogs will be re-homed to kind loving homes. There are far, far worse fates that a dog can experience, I genuinely do not see the problem?
 
Has your mum arranged for family to take on the dogs Levrier ? I have no one to pass on to , they would have to go back to Rescue.
 
as i said earlier, i have ended up with a puppy and the training and exercise have been no problem but as i am now 72 i worry that i will be gone before him but i have family who are younger than me and could take both of my dogs if i go first, i also have friends who would be happy to rehome them.......if you have no family to take over the dogs , what about leaving a sum of money for temporary foster homes so they dont have to go back into the kennel environment if you pass away... none of us know if we will be here next weekend so it would be silly to not get another dog as you could still be here in 20 years time.....
 
I know they are a bit 'marmite' but I believe the Cinnamon Trust will rehome any dogs you need sorting if you cannot cope. I believe you have to sign a contract and pay them though. TBH PL, I am sure someone on here could deal with a dog if you had one and got stuck, I would always volunteer to help and to be a 'go to' person for you, but am in Essex and for all I know you are at Lands End or John O'Gorats.
 
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