ksr5377 Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Why did I even look on the shelters website this wee? And why would I have taken my children to go meet this dog this morning?!?! He's the same breed as the last dog I had, and we loved him. Treeing Walker Coonhound, so good with kids! Obviously will need lots of exercise. But I hate the idea of traveling for the holidays with a dog, let alone the week after we get him. Why did I look?!?! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justLisa Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Well on the other hand you could have new pup for holiday pictures :001_smile: I don't know about the travel part. Does a new dog get really stressed wtih traveling? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrookValley. Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Meh, I think it's fine. Can you hire a pet-sitting service and leave him home if you think the stress of travel is too much (for either you or the dog)? I think a bad idea is the impulse purchase of a dog as a Christmas gift, but this is definitely not that type of situation. If it's the right dog and you were ready to adopt a new dog anyway, well...I think you should go for it. :D We got a cat around Christmastime last year. Getting the cat was a really bad idea, but it had nothing to do with the fact that it was Christmastime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elinor Everywhere Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I can't, because that's exactly when we got our dog last year! We adopted her from PetSmart on the Sunday before Thanksgiving. It ended up being no big deal....we do Thanksgiving at our house, and everybody loved her and wanted to hold her. She was only 2.5 pounds at the time, so the only challenge was making sure nobody stepped on her!! She's been the best thing that has happened to our family in a few years, so we have no regrets. And as another poster mentioned, the Christmas pictures are extra-cute! :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 (edited) We bought our collie a few days before Thanksgiving. We weren't traveling, though, so it was no big deal. I wouldn't leave a shelter dog with a pet sitter; it takes them long enough to get used to a new environment and family, and I don't think it would be ideal for the dog. I'd get the dog, no matter what, if he appealed to us, which is why I don't visit shelters, except online. I'm pretty picky about dogs, and the instant I felt one was the right dog, I would have to have it. I would make the situation work. Edited November 13, 2012 by RoughCollie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Remudamom Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Get him. I'm a big Coon dog fan. We had inherited several Walkers when we moved onto the family farm. Great dogs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksr5377 Posted November 13, 2012 Author Share Posted November 13, 2012 We're meeting DH at the shelter right after he's done with work. I think I'm crazy but I haven't had a dog for more than 3 years now, and I think it's time. I have been randomly looking at the shelters website every other month or so and never felt the need to GO there. Until today. And today he's officially been there 2 months, which means he's half-price. Not that I was looking for a bargain, but I feel like that's my final sign!:D We'll just take him with us and hope we get a little bit of sleep between him and the three kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingersmom Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I would cancel my travel plans and enjoy the new addition to your family. Don't forget to post pics!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Janie Grace Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I would cancel my travel plans and enjoy the new addition to your family. Don't forget to post pics!! :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beaners Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 The fact that we are traveling for Thanksgiving is the only reason my daughter hasn't convinced my husband and I to add a third dog to our house. Plus the third dog part. I would already have caved in your position! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alicia64 Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Meh, I think it's fine. Can you hire a pet-sitting service and leave him home if you think the stress of travel is too much (for either you or the dog)? I don't think this would be a good idea at all with a brand new dog. I'd opt for taking him vs. leaving him in a new environment with a pet sitter. We got a kitten last week. Which admittedly is a ton easier than a dog, but the first few days were stressful figuring out where he'd sleep (he's very tiny and I didn't want him squashed in bed w/ anyone), where he'd potty, eat etc. I think it'll be stressful -- but "fun stressful." :) Alley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MercyA Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I think it's a fabulous idea! He needs you and it sounds like you really want him, too. What could be better? :) I'd love to see pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elinor Everywhere Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 We're meeting DH at the shelter right after he's done with work. I think I'm crazy but I haven't had a dog for more than 3 years now, and I think it's time. I have been randomly looking at the shelters website every other month or so and never felt the need to GO there. Until today. And today he's officially been there 2 months, which means he's half-price. Not that I was looking for a bargain, but I feel like that's my final sign!:D We'll just take him with us and hope we get a little bit of sleep between him and the three kids. :hurray: If the people you're staying with (or hotel, or whatever) don't mind you bringing him, I'd totally drag him along. I've adopted cats, dogs, and my son (:D) and we pretty much just kept living our life with all of them. And it all works out! So excited....love, love, love Coonhounds. Of course, I was a Where the Red Fern Grows addict as a kid. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chocolate Rose Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 We got our pup 2 days after Thanksgiving 4 years ago. She's the best!! It'll all work out... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 I would cancel my travel plans and enjoy the new addition to your family. Don't forget to post pics!! :iagree: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpoy85 Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 It reminds me of when my brother was little (about 2). Mom had put him down for a nap, and she thought he had went right to sleep. He had actually snuck outside. We were all freaking out, and looking all over the neighborhood. We ended up finding him ten minutes later. Inside the doghouse with our coonhound...both sound asleep. :) I have to say theres something about sleeping next to a warm dog... and the way they hang their head out the car window. I wouldnt miss either one for the world. :001_wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksr5377 Posted November 15, 2012 Author Share Posted November 15, 2012 (edited) Meet Owen. It's a blurry pic, but the best we can get his first night home:D It was kind of amazing when we adopted him tonight, the shelter was very busy and there were quite a few people adoping dogs. They would wait, a woman would bring their dog out and give them all the information they needed and then it was next in line. After we finished all the paperwork we went to the waiting area. I noticed a lot of workers/volunteers seemed to be gathering there as well. Finally, right before he was brought out to us, one of the women caught my attention and informed me that they were all waiting to say goodbye to Owen. 11 people came out to take pictures and give him one last hug, it was amazing. They practically begged us to post photos on their FB page so they could see how he was doing. I'm thinking we definitely made the right decision, thank you all for telling me I wasn't crazy to think about doing this!!!! Edited November 15, 2012 by ksr5377 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fraidycat Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Meet Owen. It's a blurry pic, but the best we can get his first night home:D[ATTACH]10944[/ATTACH] It was kind of amazing when we adopted him tonight, the shelter was very busy and there were quite a few people adoping dogs. They would wait, a woman would bring their dog out and give them all the information they needed and then it was next in line. After we finished all the paperwork we went to the waiting area. I noticed a lot of workers/volunteers seemed to be gathering there as well. Finally, right before he was brought out to us, one of the women caught my attention and informed me that they were all waiting to say goodbye to Owen. 11 people came out to take pictures and give him one last hug, it was amazing. They practically begged us to post photos on their FB page so they could see how he was doing. I'm thinking we definitely made the right decision, thank you all for telling me I wasn't crazy to think about doing this!!!! :hurray::hurray: He looks so sweet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I talk to the trees Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Meet Owen. It's a blurry pic, but the best we can get his first night home:D[ATTACH]10944[/ATTACH] It was kind of amazing when we adopted him tonight, the shelter was very busy and there were quite a few people adoping dogs. They would wait, a woman would bring their dog out and give them all the information they needed and then it was next in line. After we finished all the paperwork we went to the waiting area. I noticed a lot of workers/volunteers seemed to be gathering there as well. Finally, right before he was brought out to us, one of the women caught my attention and informed me that they were all waiting to say goodbye to Owen. 11 people came out to take pictures and give him one last hug, it was amazing. They practically begged us to post photos on their FB page so they could see how he was doing. I'm thinking we definitely made the right decision, thank you all for telling me I wasn't crazy to think about doing this!!!! Awwwww. He looks like a cutie! Have fun with your new addition! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jujsky Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 (edited) If you get the dog, I'd stay home for the holidays and let people come to you (or not). Traveling with a recently-adopted dog is a BAD idea. Recently-adopted dogs are more likely to try to run away. Traveling dogs are more likely to bolt at rest stops or unfamiliar places. Add them both together, and if that dog has a chance to get away, he will. You don't want to deal with a scared, lost dog away from your home. This may have been asked, but is there any way they will hold the dog until after Thanksgiving? Maybe you can officially adopt and pay for the dog and then pay to board it there until after the holidays? The whole adoption process is very stressful for a dog. Traveling less than a week after is really unfair to the animal. Edited to add: I read through and see that you adopted Owen (congratulations!). Seriously, stay home. Don't travel with him. It will be far too stressful for him, as will having a pet sitter come in or boarding him at this point. Edited November 15, 2012 by jujsky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 OWEN ROCKS!!! :hurray: :hurray: :hurray: He is absolutely gorgeous, and who could resist those eyes??? :001_wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 He has the sweetest face. I think he might be better looking than Halcyon's new purse. I'll put thread to the top. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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