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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]So, classic case of everyone agreed to pitch in, and yet I'm the only stuck with the pooch... Sweet dog - the kids grab his tail, and everything and he won't harm a hair on anyone's head. But with the children sucked into virtual school and me glued to the PC all day; then there's afternoon activities (soccer, gymnastics, etc...) - no one has time for him other than the occasional romp around the house. No one wants to walk him, and I have to walk him, let him release, and bring him back in the house. He has chewed on everything this side of the planet, and won't let me breath. I don't have the energy for him, playmate, caregiver, and taxi, while parenting 3 children under 10.... my spouse business requires standing all day, so is completely exhausted upon returning home. I want to get rid of the dog, but feel obligated to the commitment, the kids will be heartbroken - even though they don't lift a finger - and the pooch would lose it at the shelter.... Welcoming suggestions. Signed, Pooped.[/quote] All of the above. It really sucks that so many people are now tired of their impulse pandemic puppies. It might be better for the dog if you rehome him -- but it would send a terrible message to your kids. If you take on a BIG RESPONSIBILITY, it's on you to follow through with it. Start by teaching your kids not to grab his tail and to actively play with him and walk him every day. Hire a dog walker. Take him to doggy day care. Hire a neighborhood kid to play . Cut back on some of your kid activities so they are responsible to help care for dog. [/quote][/quote]
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