To adopt or to not adopt

[cbendz]

Need an advice from you guys! Yesterday I saw this post in Craigslist:
"We have a one year old female Newfoundland that needs a good home. Sage is a wonderful dog that will make a good companion for the right family. She has been with us for almost a year but no matter what we try just does not get a long with our other dogs. She needs to be the only dog in a household. She doesn't really like the cats but leaves them alone as long as they leave her alone. She is GREAT with people and children.
She is long haired, solid black and about 100 pounds. She is fixed and up to date on all her shots. She is house trained and pretty lazy. It saddens us to have to find a new home for her. We are asking a small $300 re-homing fee and we will ask a lot of questions to make sure she goes to the right family. Serious inquiries only please."

I emailed the owner and asked if the other dog was a Newfie (since sometimes they behave better between Newfies), and she mentioned that the other dog is an Australian Shep and is a female. I have Drako right now and he is almost 12 weeks old and although I have good intentions in trying to adopt Sage, I'm afraid I might end up complicating things for him. Suggestions?

Different subject: I found this post in puppyfind. I feel insecure of taking care of this cutie, but maybe somebody out there might be interested. They are giving him for free.

 

[Tula]

Just my two cents, but I think adding a rescued newf with known problems getting along with other dogs, to your household with your new puppy, is a lot to take on right now.

I looked at the picture of the free newf puppy, so very sad

 

[BLCOLE]

I would be very willing to take the Newf if I was allowed more than one dog at a time where I live. I have some experience with Australian Shepherds and don't hold not being to get along with one against the Newf. I have YET to meet an Australian Shepherd that I've liked.

 

[Lori]

I sent the info on both dogs to the rescue contacts for North Carolina.

 

[R Taft]

Aussies are quite an active dogs and maybe the two bitches just clashed......male/female is usually easier.......I would have to meet on neutral ground and see how things go. We met lukey and another rescue on neutral ground. Our girls did not like Acrtic the other dog and got along with Lukey straight away.Lukey needed us more anyway and so we knew things would be fine. I find my Annabelle is not to keen on any working dog breeds initially (Aussies, cattle dog, GSD. Kelpie BC's) but she loves all newfies. But you cannot judge one dog by what another does, so you have to meet and greet.......If I was new to this I would only take a Rescue that has gone through a Rescue, as they are more experienced and often can tell you what a dog will be like. When you get used to seeing new dogs, you can often get the "feel" of a dog.

 

[mmbrod02]

I would definitely try to meet the dog and bring Drako along. I think it is very possible that it may just have been a clash of personalities.

 

[Murphy]

I sent the info on both dogs to the rescue contacts for North Carolina.

Best bet by far !!! :bear:

 

[shellyk]

Just my 2 cents about what people say who are giving up their pet. Some will be honest and others will say things to justify their actions or make themselves feel better. We adopted two cats from a cat shelter and they told us they were sisters and 3 years old. After we got them home it was obvious they weren't sisters, hadn't lived together and one was younger than 3 and the other was older. Go figure we got two nice cats but...go meet the dog and decide for yourself. I think your puppy will be adaptable. You have to make sure the older dog is friendly to your puppy.

 

[blaue_augen]

Is it normal when someone is giving up their dog as an individual (not a rescue) to another individual to ask for a rehoming fee? I understand they paid for their dog and a losing money. And I completely understanding rescues asking for rehoming fee (rescues spend a lot of time and money on each dog). Maybe asking for a rehoming fee is a way to weed out people who aren't serious? But it just seems strange to me. But maybe it is normal???

 

[Subverto]

Is it normal when someone is giving up their dog as an individual (not a rescue) to another individual to ask for a rehoming fee? I understand they paid for their dog and a losing money. And I completely understanding rescues asking for rehoming fee (rescues spend a lot of time and money on each dog). Maybe asking for a rehoming fee is a way to weed out people who aren't serious? But it just seems strange to me. But maybe it is normal???

I thought the same thing. It seems to me like they just want to recoup some of the money they spent in purchasing the dog.

 

[shellyk]

Rehoming fees seem to be pretty common in Washington state on Craig's List for both of those reasons. The shelters don't really recoup their costs but do want to weed out those who aren/t serious and those who can't afford to take on the cost of a dog.

 

[cmorgan.1505]

I see this often. When I had to find a home for Trance we ended up having to put her on craigslist, but asked for 50 bucks as a way to have serious replies only. Once I met the people, I told them I did not want any money, but only asked for a small fee like that just so that people that wanted to fight dogs would not call me. No one is going to spend money if they wanted to fight a dog. Thankfully, these people are awesome and I still text once in a while to get updates on Trance. Heck, if I want I can even meet them at the dog park to see her.

 

[R Taft]

I do not like the "free to good Home" scenario at all. I rather a price is put in and I prefer a large fee. Even if it is revoked on the meet and greet. it keeps all the fools away

 

[marylouz]

We have had a number of people who have privately rehomed ask a rehoming fee that they then donate to a local animal welfare group or the closest Newf Rescue -- this helps get only serious inquiries, and it benefits a charity too.

 

[new_2_newf]

the best thing you could do for that dog is contact rescue and see if they can help the family. sounds like you've got a lot on your plate right now; it would be a challenging time to introduce a new dog.

 

[Jeff in Ottawa]

Any updates on this?

 

[cbendz]

Hi Jeff and Allison! Few days after I post this, Drako had a skin reaction (Pyoderma) and I decided to wait until we make sure that what he have is something more seasonal than permanent. Levy, passed the information to the rescue contacts from North Carolina, but both dogs are still available for adoption. We have an appointment with the Vet. on the 10th, hopefully after that we will be able to make a decision between waiting or giving the puppies the chance to meet and see how they react.

 

[Jeff in Ottawa]

Yeah, sounds like a solid plan. Thank you for the update.