Dayle
Arvada,#2Consumer Suggestion
Mon, January 03, 2005
I know puppies are cute and everything, but did you ever consider adopting a dog from the pound? You could have made sure the dog gets along with everyone in your family, not to mention save the dog's life. Puppies will always find homes, but what about the dogs that are in the pound due to irresponsible owners? And yes, I do believe huskies are very much "one-person" dogs.
S.n.
Bucyrus,#3Consumer Suggestion
Sun, January 02, 2005
I assume you did not research the Siberian Husky breed before making your "spot purchase". My limited knowledge of the breed leads me to believe these are not family oriented, but single owner canine companions (anyone who owns a Siberian please feel free to jump in and correct me if I am mistaken). I am surprised that one visit to the doctor and he could tell you the puppy needed to be put down. Did the vet do any blood work, take x-rays, etc., to rule out any physical problems? Have you had a puppy before and are you aware of the adjustments they must go through? Did you consider a puppy obedience training class? It is good that you are "giving" your puppy to a rescue group, but please be forewarned: All rescue groups that I am aware of work with volunteers and must raise money to feed, train and care for abandoned animals. Don't expect them to jump up and down for joy because you made a bad decision and are now handing that decision off to them to deal with.