ALL HAIL STACEYV !
Thank you so much , Stacey for taking the time to weigh the situation and make the decision that is right for you AND the animals. I salute you!
As a former volunteer at the local "humane" society, I have seen folks repeatedly follow compassionate whims and adopt animals only to realize soon enough that they'd made a major mistake.
I'm the kind of guy that wants to take them ALL home. The cold hard truth is that some animals really ARE better off euthanized (I say that with a teary eye).
I had had Frank, My JRT for about 3 yrs when I noticed he acted as if he were suffering from severe depression. After a Vet check and a lot of soul searching I realized that he WAS depressed as a result of spending 10-12 hrs a day alone, patiently awaiting my return. When I did get home I had lots to do and sometimes very little time for Frank. He was depressed to the extent of physical illness, and I was totally unaware.
I adopted a cute, spayed chihuaua (sp?) about the same age as Frank. It was unbelievable how quickly Frank recovered. Within a week, he appeared to be a different dog with a new lease on life. His overall health improved entirely (even the vet noticed). Now they are glad when I get home, naturally, but they haven't been sitting there all day in anxiety wondering where the hell capnhowdy is. The chihuaua's name is Trixie, by the way. In retrospect I guess i was abusing Frank in a way and never really had a clue. Trixie is the best thing ever happened to Frank and I love her too.
I hope you can find the perfect friend for your dog.
Thanks again for taking the time to weigh the total situation. May God bless you.
