sad, but are looking to rehome

JennyFrank · 04-27-2010, 09:41 PM

We are looking to rehome our labradoodle, Charlie. He is a dedicated dog to my DH and our immediate family and this decision is a very difficult one for us. We have worked with a trainer for some time to help Charlie overcome his fear/timidness/agression, but he has recently bitten a child who rode thier bike in our back yard (I was with him and he was on the e-collar, however the child surprised both of us and unfortunatly, Charlie responded negatively). Unfortunatly, this is not the first incident (although the situation was different the other time). We have a three year old and are expecting another child in a few weeks. He's been great with our daughter thus far. However, he's not friendly toward other children. He would be a great dog for a person/couple who doesn't have children and has time to dedicate to continue the training and space for Charlie to get plenty of excersice. He's great on a leash and enjoys playing games. We would be happy to talk more with anyone who is interested and/or could help us out with this process. We've already contacted the idog rescue website. We want what's best for him so that he may live a long, happy doggie life.

Jac · 04-28-2010, 12:51 AM

Jenny, sometimes these tough decisions work out to be the best ones.
I respect your desire to make this a good transition for Charlie. The right home is out there...I hope they find you and Charlie very soon.
Best wishes.

jumpinjacuzzijoe · 04-29-2010, 12:10 PM

Where are you located?

**lindamarie** · 04-29-2010, 02:32 PM

You have to do what you have to do especially when biting comes in to play.
I'm so sorry.....keep us posted.

JennyFrank · 04-30-2010, 02:13 PM

This has been a long process for us unfortunatly. We have tried a variety of things, spent lots of money, time and energy on our dog and as I said before, love him dearly. But, in the end, we feel like he'd be better suited with a person/couple that does not have children and can continue to dedicate time and energy into his training. He is so loyal and loving to us and a few other people, but that is it. We are located in Maryland, north of Baltimore.

04-27-2010, 09:41 PM	#1 (permalink)
JennyFrank Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 53	sad, but are looking to rehome We are looking to rehome our labradoodle, Charlie. He is a dedicated dog to my DH and our immediate family and this decision is a very difficult one for us. We have worked with a trainer for some time to help Charlie overcome his fear/timidness/agression, but he has recently bitten a child who rode thier bike in our back yard (I was with him and he was on the e-collar, however the child surprised both of us and unfortunatly, Charlie responded negatively). Unfortunatly, this is not the first incident (although the situation was different the other time). We have a three year old and are expecting another child in a few weeks. He's been great with our daughter thus far. However, he's not friendly toward other children. He would be a great dog for a person/couple who doesn't have children and has time to dedicate to continue the training and space for Charlie to get plenty of excersice. He's great on a leash and enjoys playing games. We would be happy to talk more with anyone who is interested and/or could help us out with this process. We've already contacted the idog rescue website. We want what's best for him so that he may live a long, happy doggie life.

04-28-2010, 12:51 AM	#2 (permalink)
Jac Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: northern California Posts: 9,243	Re: sad, but are looking to rehome Jenny, sometimes these tough decisions work out to be the best ones. I respect your desire to make this a good transition for Charlie. The right home is out there...I hope they find you and Charlie very soon. Best wishes.

04-29-2010, 12:10 PM	#3 (permalink)
jumpinjacuzzijoe Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 313	Re: sad, but are looking to rehome Where are you located?

04-29-2010, 02:32 PM	#4 (permalink)
lindamarie Super Moderator Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Birmingham, Michigan Posts: 6,192	Re: sad, but are looking to rehome You have to do what you have to do especially when biting comes in to play. I'm so sorry.....keep us posted. __________________ Linda & Bogart Dogs=Unconditional love "We have it all! Just like Bogie & Bacall!"

04-30-2010, 02:13 PM	#5 (permalink)
JennyFrank Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 53	Re: sad, but are looking to rehome This has been a long process for us unfortunatly. We have tried a variety of things, spent lots of money, time and energy on our dog and as I said before, love him dearly. But, in the end, we feel like he'd be better suited with a person/couple that does not have children and can continue to dedicate time and energy into his training. He is so loyal and loving to us and a few other people, but that is it. We are located in Maryland, north of Baltimore.

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