I find myself in the unenviable situation of having to rehome my dogs. This decision has not been taken lightly, and has involved weeks and weeks of heartbreak, tantrums, pleading with God, to find another solution.

I find it hard to believe that anyone could love my babies more than me, but perhaps there are homes out there that can provide them with a life better than I can offer them right now.

These dogs have been part of my family for over 4 years, in the absence of being able to have children - they are my furry babies. They are my life, my everything, but now I have to do what is best by them. Of course being purely selfish, I could continue, but without going into too much detail here (but can explain to anyone interested) I have to do what it right by my dogs. I have had tattoos of my dogs thinking that they would forever be with me, so I suppose what I'm trying to explain is how much they mean to me, and how I have found no other option to this incredibly devastating situation.

My dogs MUST go to loving homes.

Each dog has their own personality, but all are house trained, good with each other (not sure about other dogs - that would have to be trialled), I don't have any children myself but they have been round toddlers with no problem (younger I wouldn't like to say). They can be left on their own - they used to be left for about 8 hours a day, but I cut my hours down to 4 a day to spend time with them. They have grown out of there chewing, destructive phases (but more info given with each individual dog, with their own mischievous manners).

I live in Leeds. West Yorkshire, but will travel to the end of the world to find the right new homes for these very special dogs.

So let me briefly introduce my wonderful babies....

Joe-Joe, brindle and white neutered Greyhound. Taken into the family when he was presented at the vets, where I worked as a vet nurse, to be pts after he had torn a tendon racing. He was two years old and the owner agreed to hand over NRGC ownership to me. He made a full recovery and four years later he definitely made his mark on this family. Joe-Joe doesn't think he is a Greyhound (shhhh), instead he thinks he is a lapdog that can curl up on your knee or fit into the tiniest of spaces on the settee (comfort all the way for this one!!). He loves to be fussed, and if he thinks he isn't getting enough, he will certainly come and let you know. Being an ex-racer I would not like to say he is cat friendly, but he is ok with other dogs including small terrier types. This dog is very stubborn, if he wants to lie somewhere you'll probably give in before he does - but that just adds to his lovable nature. Joe-Joe can be left for short periods of time, but you may face accidents if he is left for a full day.

Dale, is a scruffy neutered terrier. He has been with us since being a pup and is now eight years old (although acts like two!!). He is a lively little fella, and is good with other animals, including cats, rabbits etc... although will need to be introduced slowly because he tends to get a bit excited by them. He's fine with other dogs, but again slow introductions. This dog is so light in weight that he will sneak up on you to sit on your knee and you won't even realise he is there! I wouldn't like to rehome Dale with small children because if he sees something on floor (ie paper, toys etc...) the terrier rules apply and they are definitely his until they are destroyed... trying to retrieve them would end up in a growling war which you will lose. He has never been aggressive but he can growl, its can be quite endearing really. Dale can be left for up to 9 hours a day (as long as that is the maximum per day)

Shadow, is a black and tan neutered terrier cross. I have no idea what he is crossed with but this little fella is the perfect companion for someone just wanting a lovable ragdoll dog. Although he is heavy he loves nothing more than being hugged. His little legs on his fat body can certainly make him move more than you would expect. Shadow is seven years old and again has been with us since being a pup. He will greet you and visitors by running round the house trying to find something in his mouth to carry around - not to chew just carry around. Experience will teach you to make the washing basket inaccessible to him (there is nothing more embarrassing than retrieving knickers from his mouth in front of guests!! Shadow can be left for up to 9 hours a day (as long as that is the maximum per day)

It would be nice to rehome Dale and Shadow together as they are my twin terrors (instead of terriers - get it?). Although the right perfect home for each and every one of my babies is far more important.

So in my family that would leave a 10 year old greyhound who is crippled with arthritis and liver failure, she will live her remaining time here. And a male dog called buddy who may need rehoming, but at this time I can only concentrate on the three I have listed.

This has not been easy, even writing this thread has taken forever through the tears, but in an impossible situation I have to put my dogs before me. In my head I think that the dogs would forever hate me for what I am doing and think that they have been abandoned, but logically (as I am trying to convince myself) I know dogs don’t think like that and given time with a new home with a loving family they will soon forget all about me.

For any further info please contact me I will be open and honest.

Please will someone love my babies?

Piccies of my gorgeous dogs attached.

In order.... Joe-Joe, Dale, Shadow.

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it must be heartbreaking,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,i hope you find them loving forever homes soon,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

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its so sad

goodluck in rehoming each of them x.

Sorry you have to rehome your dogs.....
BUT !!!what are you saying about people with Downs Syndrome that they are not bright......
If you met one of my family members I would dare you to say that to her..

SHE HAS DOWNS SYNDROME.....And is very bright.....

Must admit i thought the same, my cousin worked wiv downs and they are very cleva bright people.

im sure tquarter didnt mean it to offend any1 tho.

So, so, sorry, no I didn't mean to cause offence... post edited to reflect this.

It was a flippant throw-away remark that i have often made and now I feel both stupid and angry for not thinking of the implications of it.

No excuses.. can just offer my apology.

tquarter....
Thankyou for the pm and apology....
And I do hope you find homes for your dogs.......

Hi and good morning, i still looking for a small dog how big is Dale?


Anny

Am sorry to hear you news it must be very hard
I hope you found loving forever homes