unbakedpegga
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After agonising over this for the past week I’ve made the decision to rehome my puppy. I have been through a lot of pain in my life and this is close to the top of the list, I never in my life thought I’d rehome a pet who I love but I’m in this situation and don’t know how to deal with the sadness and shame. Papers are signed and I’m waiting for him to be collected in the next few days.
My reasons for rehoming: I didn’t realise how incredibly difficult it is to cope with a puppy while alone and with health issues. My puppy is full of energy constantly, has separation anxiety and is extremely stubborn to train. He also has these weird aggressive phases which isn’t the usual puppy mouthing, he will actually bite so hard it bruises and draws blood and latch on in an aggressive manner. To complicate further I have senior cats who he is fixated on and aggressive towards, I always keep him on a leash around the cats and if I didn’t I honestly dread to think what would happen and all training I’ve done so far (no, leave it, etc) goes out the window when he sees the cat. He will lunge, snarl, bark and growl. It just isn’t fair on my cats and the stress is pushing me to breaking point. I could put my all into training him but one day while my back is turned a cat could run and trigger his prey instinct leading to tragedy.
I feel so upset, like the worst person and like I’m throwing in the towel too soon. The thought of him missing me is breaking my heart. I would really appreciate any kind words or advice on how to deal with this pain. Thank you
Update: my puppy has gone. I just spent the past 10 minutes sobbing on my kitchen floor. I hope this anguish will go away. My only comfort is that he is going to an amazing home. Thank you for all your responses, you have all helped me to not feel like a completely garbage human being. Thank you.
My reasons for rehoming: I didn’t realise how incredibly difficult it is to cope with a puppy while alone and with health issues. My puppy is full of energy constantly, has separation anxiety and is extremely stubborn to train. He also has these weird aggressive phases which isn’t the usual puppy mouthing, he will actually bite so hard it bruises and draws blood and latch on in an aggressive manner. To complicate further I have senior cats who he is fixated on and aggressive towards, I always keep him on a leash around the cats and if I didn’t I honestly dread to think what would happen and all training I’ve done so far (no, leave it, etc) goes out the window when he sees the cat. He will lunge, snarl, bark and growl. It just isn’t fair on my cats and the stress is pushing me to breaking point. I could put my all into training him but one day while my back is turned a cat could run and trigger his prey instinct leading to tragedy.
I feel so upset, like the worst person and like I’m throwing in the towel too soon. The thought of him missing me is breaking my heart. I would really appreciate any kind words or advice on how to deal with this pain. Thank you
Update: my puppy has gone. I just spent the past 10 minutes sobbing on my kitchen floor. I hope this anguish will go away. My only comfort is that he is going to an amazing home. Thank you for all your responses, you have all helped me to not feel like a completely garbage human being. Thank you.