"Pet Of The Day" and giveaway winners were not included in this video so the focus could remain on Happy's Place Rescue.

@vespermartini2556

2 жыл бұрын

Please, "Girl With The Dogs", can you please do something about pornography links being posted whenever someone makes a comment. An individual can only do so much by reporting it to KZread, there's probably a way that you, as the channel owner, can keep these pests away. Thank you.

@86LukeM

2 жыл бұрын

That’s definitely understandable. It’s a kick in the feels is most effective until uninterrupted. As a person with a soft spot for border collies. That was messed up, what the owners did. Good thing a family saw that girl needed some love. I know this is why I’m blunt about my Shiba Inu. People see a cute dog and then dog gets older, then toss it. In most cases telling price gets people to go “oh fuck!” Almost bred him, but the owner of the female was lazy, in it for money and didn’t know he had a Mame(Bean-sized) Shiba Inu. Don’t plan to breed in the future.

@smart3519

2 жыл бұрын

I really love the patients that you have with these animals cats and dogs

@madman4043

2 жыл бұрын

@@vespermartini2556 There is absolutely nothing she can do. It is KZread’s fault.

@phaethonprime6427

2 жыл бұрын

@@vespermartini2556 They're bots. And there's nothing GWTD can do about it short of disabling all comments. It's something youtube needs to take care of, not it's userbase

Hi, we're Kayla's forever family and want to say thank you very much to Happy's Place and to you for all you do. We are very experienced dog owners (Norwegian Elkhound, Australian Shepherd and Rhodesian Ridgeback/Mastiff X) who have been missing a dog in the house since our last pet passed away in Feb 2020. This video made me cry and cry even after already knowing Kayla's story. Once again thank you to everyone involved in her rescue. We promise to make her senior years her best!!

@aaronhoy3410

2 жыл бұрын

I'm surprised this comment hasn't been found by more people.

@jhart3983

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for taking in Kayla. You guys rock!!

@suzanneO6924

Жыл бұрын

I cried most of the way through this video. "A pet is not an item." I'm so thankful you and Kayla found each other. And I'm thankful you commented. 💗

@durrwooddude

Жыл бұрын

❤❤

@doclewis8927

Жыл бұрын

Congratz and good luck to you and Kayla! Also...thank you for adopting her.

“But she didn’t last very long.” WHAT!? “Right after her groom…” Oh, no… “She was adopted by her new family.” Oh… well, good!

@dtulip1

2 жыл бұрын

ikr

@RandomGuyyy

2 жыл бұрын

phew

@Loyal2law

2 жыл бұрын

That's potentially two heart attacks that we went through!

@LuciaLiArt

2 жыл бұрын

that was a rollercoaster of emotions...

@user9b2

2 жыл бұрын

Same reaction, as we were meant to have. 😎👍

I love the much-deserved passive aggression towards the previous owners. I'm glad she got adopted so quickly thanks to the rescue and the breeder - rightfully retiring with a better family!

@anglerfish4161

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. It's the least they deserve for betraying their poor dog like that.

@Demi_Purple

Жыл бұрын

This isn’t _passive_ aggression, this is coldly courteous verbal aggression.

@xenn4985

Жыл бұрын

I genuinely don't understand it, can someone please explain it to me? The previous owners literally did nothing wrong, they gave the dog up as per the breeder contract.

@saleen367

Жыл бұрын

@@xenn4985 That could be true, however I believe the message is, don't treat your pet like you treat your car. When its no longer useful to you, you don't discard it like its a liability. However, we all don't think or feel the same about pets, so perhaps you would disagree.

@xenn4985

Жыл бұрын

@@saleen367 Right but what in the ever living fuck did the owners do to deserve to be the butt end of that message. They didn't treat their pet like you treat your car. They didn't trade up when the old one wasn't working anymore. They didn't abandon it in a junkyard for a few hundred bucks. They didn't sell it on the marketplace. The message is utterly lost because the situation she used as a jumping off point to talk about the message has absolutely fucking nothing to do with the message. Like I seriously don't get how more people didn't notice that. It went from talking about a completely understandable situation to LITERALLY OUT OF NOWHERE brow beating the people in the story, like what?

My dog is 16 years old. It has NEVER crossed my mind to leave her. Some people truly don't deserve their dogs. Look at her face. She's just so innocent. She deserves a loving family. This stories make me sick.

The message about pets not being "objects" really speaks to me. I work at a cat rescue, and seeing people return cats after they realize the work required to care for them really infuriates me. Keep doing your awesome work! This collie is so beautiful and I love that she got adopted after her groom!

@AzerinaM

2 жыл бұрын

Cats are easy to care for! A litter box, food and loving home is all they need.. who can’t manage that??

@thisistheaccountname

2 жыл бұрын

@@AzerinaM I was just about to post the same thing. Even my very affectionate senior cat doesn't need much more then you stated other than annual vet visits.

@funniest_shit_ever

2 жыл бұрын

I know it really sucks but at least they have the decency to return the cat instead of having it live in bad conditions unwanted for years. The cats get a chance to find a better home.

@fireshadowed

2 жыл бұрын

@@AzerinaM One of my cats just wants a warm bed to sleep in - the other cat will get into every drawer/cabinet and loves to chew on paper/boxes. Some cats require lots of attention/playtime and more effort to cat-proof your house.

@jubilee4

2 жыл бұрын

Maybe so, but some ppl develop allergies that they never even had before because of prolonged exposure to animals. My mom had no allergies prior to us adopting a german shedder puppy & now 9 years later her nose is always congested and she takes pills to help with her cough. Giving away our (now senior) babygirl was never even considered cus she became part of the family instantly but I can't exactly judge some ppl that harshly because they chose their own health over a pet....BUT straight abandonment/kicking your pet out of your house without finding it a home to live in first, is and always will be inexcusable.

Love the fact the breeder is just a good person who cares about every dog they bring into the world. Send our thanks to them!

@sanicpowers6253

2 жыл бұрын

By putting her into a rescue ? Idk if id consider that caring

@jeffrey24415

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! They sound like really good people.

@jacijune

2 жыл бұрын

@@sanicpowers6253 They made sure she went to location where she would be properly cared for instead of being surrendered to a kill shelter.

@REPDC4LIFE

2 жыл бұрын

@@sanicpowers6253 rewatch the video for better understanding

@kerfluffle3781

2 жыл бұрын

@@sanicpowers6253 it sounds like they were having trouble rehoming her and contacted a rescue that specializes in dogs in her age group. We don't know the breeder's situation, if she would have fit into the breeder's home, or what the arrangement with the rescue looked like. What we do know is that the breeder provided a better fit than the shelter the family dumped her in, which resulted in an adoption. Taking responsibility for the dogs you produce later in life doesn't mean that you'll always be prepared to take them into your home. But it does mean that you'll do what you can to find an appropriate next step. Often breeders will re-home adult dogs to people who contact them looking for an adult dog of that breed, but most of those people aren't looking for a senior so it makes sense for a breeder to contact a group that specializes in senior rescue.

11 years old and give the dog up for adoption! shame on them!

"A pet is not an item. You don't throw them away when they're no longer of use to you." As someone who had a pet of their own, this is _very_ true. You get attached to your fur-brothers and fur-sisters as you live with them! Saying goodbye for the last time is _hard,_ and I'm speaking from personal experience.

@KruggKruscherp

2 жыл бұрын

I can't even fathom thinking of the words let alone actually doing something like this. Just reading/hearing that quote in the video made me choke up and I don't choke up and cry very easily, unless it comes to dogs ;-;

@FrozzenK

2 жыл бұрын

"As someone who had a pet of their own, this is very true." The fact that you felt the need to say something like this for a concept that is absolutely obvious to anyone is hilarious.

@ES11777

2 жыл бұрын

@@FrozzenK The fact that you took the time out of your day to be unnecessarily rude to this person over something so silly is pathetic.

@Taqs7

Жыл бұрын

@@ES11777 And it is also not true, because unfortunately there are many people for whom what @Kenny Holmes said is not only not obvious, but also false. Many animal owners have little or no involvement at all with their pets and they don't care much about them.

@debjoy12

Жыл бұрын

agreed, the day I had to put down my 20 year old cat was the worst day of my life (at the time I was 26 so I barely remembered any life without her).

My Uncle passed away last year and he had a Border Collie named Mira. While he was in the hospital, I spent the best 3 weeks of my life going over to his house 4 times a day taking care of her. My brother found her a new home at one of his neighbors house. They absolutely adore her and she is so well taken care of. That's all he wanted when he was dying, to make sure his beloved Mira was going to be well taken care. No worries Unc, she is and we miss you.

@curlygurly2112

2 жыл бұрын

what a beautiful story 💕 glad she's getting the love she needs and deserves, and I hope you and yours are doing well

@urban1337

2 жыл бұрын

🥲

@Treasure3167

2 жыл бұрын

Your uncle sounds like he was a wonderful and caring man. May his soul be at peace.

@markgouthro7375

2 жыл бұрын

This is what decent humans do! Thank you!

@miahan8988

2 жыл бұрын

Not gonna lie, my name is Mira and I teared up.

I'm 56yrs old and have had several dogs throughout my life. I cannot comprehend "getting rid" of one of my dogs just because they're getting old. In my experience, that's when I loved them even more. Dogs do change when they get older; they rely on you more, they follow you around more, and they definitely need more of your time and attention. I hurts my heart trying to imagine how traumatic it must be for these dogs whose owners abandon them after they have shown nothing but trust, loyalty and love.

@myview5840

2 жыл бұрын

They don't care about the animals, just how much money they can make off them, same goes for Grey hounds that no longer race, just dumped. They shouldn't be allowed animals, the law needs to put in protections.

@sickfvckkkkk

2 жыл бұрын

@@myview5840 No law can account for human cruelty, these people are scum and they likely don't even care. No system, no appeals, no space can be made. For all the animals that suffer we can only hope for something better, something beyond us, because we are not capable, nothing material is.

@Shadowkitty360

2 жыл бұрын

To me giving away a family pet is as awful and traumatizing for the animal as it would be for a child who is abandoned by their parents who don't want them anymore.

@AggroSamurai

2 жыл бұрын

When they lose their vision and hearing and can't hold it that well anymore, it is a sobering experience. Never once did it occur to us to get rid of our dog because of this. Every moment seemed more special at that time and we did everything we could to make sure she was as comfortable as possible. She gave us everything she could without question. I can't imagine just bailing

@michaeldavid6832

2 жыл бұрын

If you can give away a dog because it's old, you're incapable of any kind of meaningful love for anything. Dogs were bred to love us and rely upon us. It's our responsibility as owners to either love them in return or never get one in the first place. Betraying a dog's love is betraying a contract our 2 species made millennia ago. There's no honor in breaking such a contract.

Will never understand how people can just be done with a loving pet. They are yours for life. You can see years of happy energy left in this girl

@monsieurdorgat6864

2 жыл бұрын

They get done early because they shouldn't have had the pet to begin with.

@plap.

2 жыл бұрын

@Rinka Anarchy did you even watch the video! Watch!! It's only a few minutes. Then comment back with a defense for her owners.

@ncrest4365

2 жыл бұрын

@@plap. The person didn't defend the owner of the dog in the video lol. They simply said not everyone's situation is the same. Your comment was talking about how people (in general) need to keep the pet for life without considering how their life and situation could change over time. Allergy? job relocation? financial status? It is wrong of an owner to get a pet but give up because it's "take too much effort". However, I rather someone gives up their pet to another person who can take care of them instead of abandon them or not giving them the best life for fear of judgement from people like you (who expecting the owner to keep the pet forever even if they can't take care of said pet). The pet deserves the best life possible from someone who love them and can take care of them. If the owner can't take care of a pet, they need to let the pet go (preferably back to a responsible breeder).

@plap.

2 жыл бұрын

@@ncrest4365 my comment was on the video. These were wealthy people who showed an animal then tossed it when the elderly part of this animals life was more than they wanted to deal with. You all are braudening the spectrum. Since you have. Some times things happen yes, but to many take the pet decision to lightly . Everyone loves a puppy but foresight should affect that decision.10 to 15 year responsibility. If you can't handle that there is a choice to get a fish. People who have parrots have to consider them in their will because they could live a hundred years, It's called being an adult. They should feel remorse for a bad decision, to prove they have a soul and think harder next time. I would love a capybara, but right now couldn't give what is nessasary for proper care,so I don't have one. Lost my place to live years ago found a place for my cat untill I corrected that situation then went and got my cat back. Sorry if someone can't see ten years down the road or lied to themselves about an allergy. It is still wrong however you justify it. Whatever you need to make youself feel better. Don't worry how an animal feels. Would you make the same excuses if it was a child. Plenty of people do that too.

@ncrest4365

2 жыл бұрын

@@plap. You make a lot of assumption about a hypothetical scenario. Who lied to themselves about an allergy? I'm not saying people who give up on pet because of hardship is right. Btw, I never have a dog or cat, never abandon one, but I seen many stories where people forcing themselves to take care of a pet they don't want to take care. Now, that is real selfish. Your mentality doesn't help them to give the pet to a better owner. Keep in mind, I didn't make excuse to anyone. I clearly said, "abandon your pet because of hardship is not right". Also, what do you mean by if someone can't take care of pet like cat and dog, they should get a fish instead? That's a bad advice because as far as I'm aware, fish is easier to die, take more effort to keep them alive and require a higher maintenance. You make it sounds like one pet is worth more than the other. Smhh.

I have a gorgeous Border Collie. She was dumped on the street, by one of my neighbours, because she was pregnant. She, (Cassie) turned up on our doorstep, and decided never to leave. She's so intelligent, loving, and loyal, and I'm so glad that 7 years ago, Cassie chose us. ❤

@JeffDeWitt

Жыл бұрын

My late brother had a dog just appear on his front steps on a stupidly hot summer day. No tags or coller. He put up signs around the neighborhood but no one claimed her. So Molly, apparently a Basset and something mix stayed with him the rest of his life. After he passed one of his friends took her in, moving her to a house in the country with other dogs and kids. She had a rough start but her life had a happy ending.

The “pets are not objects to be thrown away when you no longer want them” made me cry my heart out. My cat Finn was literally thrown away in a garbage bag by his previous family. Now I have a sweet, cuddly boy who is terrified of weather and plastic bags who would do anything for my love and approval. He will be with our family until his very last breath, and hopefully if one day we must make the hardest choice for him, he will die happy in my arms knowing he’s loved.

@amandariddell1650

2 жыл бұрын

That made me shed a tear. Am so happy you took him in to cuddle and give lots of love. He's now scared of plastic bags, poor darling. How can people do such things 😪

@MsMedford

2 жыл бұрын

Please tell Finn I love him

@whoat

2 жыл бұрын

:')

@briezeee

2 жыл бұрын

I love Finn .. give him a hug from me, a stranger on the internet

@The_holly_and_the_holy

2 жыл бұрын

Give your baby a big hug and kiss from me. You have such a good personality. Be blessed.

I will never understand how people can just throw their animals away. They didn't deserve them in the first place. Thank you for doing this!

@recoil53

2 жыл бұрын

What a bunch of basterds.

@tadhggoreyoneill13666

2 жыл бұрын

@@recoil53 heartless bastards

@9volt65

2 жыл бұрын

A lot of the times it’s the financial burden. Healthcare for old pets gets so expensive. Me and my family ended up spending over 15k for our Cockapoo in his last two years before he passed away. It’s unfortunate, but the reality is a lot of people just can’t provide the money necessary. Not saying that’s what happened in this case, but it’s very common.

@lindaschultz7253

2 жыл бұрын

People who dump their pets deserve to be dumped by the side of the road out in the woods miles from nowhere. Pets are family and should be treated as such. Our 5 cats are all rescues and spoiled rotten. They hog the bed at night. Steal our food any chance they get. Chew through my yarn while I crochet. Steal skeins of yarn to play with.

@J_Lynn

2 жыл бұрын

you never know what the family was going through. It may have been their only choice. it's not like every dog who ends up in a shelter is there because their previous owners wanted them to be. the family could have done what a lot of people do and just dump their dog on the side of the road. I was adopting this year. while I was there, there was a couple at the pound surrendering and the girl was sobbing and apologizing to the dog... you can't just assume people are always doing this because they wanted to.

"She's full of energy and zip; she enjoys hiking and walks" sounds like the opening to a Tinder profile. And who can resist Kayla? She's so adorable! I love her already, and I don't know her.

@barneyboyle6933

Жыл бұрын

True. Woman moment.

@ArnoldZiffle-jw2mv

Жыл бұрын

We adopted a puppy who was from an unwanted mistake. Her mother was a border collie show dog but the father was a lab. She is the Best dog ever! The best attributes of each breed & anything else got cancelled out. She can stare me down & read my mind. Please adopt it will enhance your life. You will never be the same.

@danielcurtis1434

3 ай бұрын

FYI the breed is big factor IMO/experience…

I am pleasantly pleased to just find out that our area has a program called seniors for seniors. It's well known that elderly and disabled live longer and have overall better physical and emotional health when owning a pet. However many seniors/disabled do not have the financial resources to own a pet. This program works to match a senior dog or cat with a low income senior/disabled human. They become thier forever foster. The shelter still owns the pet and provides all expenses for vets, food, litter, grooming etc... It's a win win for both senior pet and senior human. So glad this beautiful border collie found a forever home!😊

" A pet isn't an item. You don't throw it away when it's no longer of use to you." Damn, that is so true. I think many people refuse to acknowledge that animals have feelings too, and they are not there just to gratify the owner. This is especially important for people who are getting pandemic pets to listen to understand, and reflect on the responsibility they are taking up. That being said, she looks absolutely beautiful, and you did such a good job on her! It's always such a pleasure to watch you work! I am so happy that she got a forever family! Hope she has a great life😊

@AxxLAfriku

2 жыл бұрын

Let me get this straight: You comment something that is unrelated to the fact that I have two HEAVENLY HANDSOME girlfriends? Considering that I am the unprettiest KZreadr ever, having two handsome girlfriends is really incredible. Yet you did not mention that at all. I am quite disappointed, dear ham

@AzerinaM

2 жыл бұрын

If I’m to be honest I was one of those people.. “oh it’s just a dog, not a human”.. bla bla bla.. then I rescued a 3 week old puppy someone tossed into the street ( LITERALLY ).. and I became this little beans mom, she weighed ounces, was covered in fleas and looked scared and miserable! The pain and hurt in her eyes mixed with a touch of hope murdered me.. it was love at first sight. She’s now 3 and curled up warm and safe in my lap. Turns out she’s a Schnoodle pup, her tail was broken in several places so the vet says that’s why she was tossed out. Well, fuzzy broke tail and all I love her like I love my own children. She’s my world. And that is how I became a dog person ❤️🤗

@w.johnnaalbert8418

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly! You get an animal, it is a forever animal. I’m more of a bird person. I’ve had birds since I was a kid. I’ve had a lot of surgeries. They are angels…every bird I’ve had. One even found me at a hospital, as I recovered from surgery. He flew to my window. We brought him in. Had him for 23 years. A friend once told me, due to my condition, that I should get “rid” of them. Her mom told her this. I love my friend. But, to be honest, I love my animals more. I don’t care if I starve. Whatever animals I have, throughout my life, will be forever animals. 💯

@celeste8389

2 жыл бұрын

Partly to blame are the people who gift others animals without making sure the receiver is actually prepared to care for their new pet. It's cute until it's not. And social media doesn't help when the video is 30seconds long but doesnt show the before and after preparation and results. Pets cost a lot of resources, be it money, time, emotions, energy. They're not objects. Sorry for the long rant.

@koonene

2 жыл бұрын

Where i'm from, being pedigree dogs are a curse. Most of them would be locked in a cage their whole lives, being showed off to people. It's so sad, really.

My boy is a senior himself and I can't imagine giving him up for anything in the world. He requires more medical care because of his age but I'd lose my home or go into debt before I surrendered him to a shelter. We're each other's forever family.

@tiradomaribel9436

2 жыл бұрын

God bless your heart 💝❤️

@faisal-ca

2 жыл бұрын

😇

@metalcatmom5891

2 жыл бұрын

Me too! I dread the day I have to say goodbye to him. I certainly don't want to speed it up. His legs don't work as good as they used to, but that is fine. It means he needs a little help and a little accommodation to live his best life. He is still my buddy 100%. His legs don't define our bond.

@hayleyletofarrell

2 жыл бұрын

Me too! My baby is 14 years old, he has some chronic diseases because of his age but he still is the same playful puppy he always was, i can't understand what people think when they give up their pets like that

@andrewtheogre5971

2 жыл бұрын

Love what you said, my kitty Sam is everything to me. Exactly, we are each other’s forever family. God bless you and your boy. 🙏🏽😊

"she didn't last very long." Right as I about to cry "She was adopted ☺️" Still cries, but joyfully

I have a senior dog. 17 yo with a ton of comorbidities. How can you abandon them? She’s my heart.

despite her physique being an old lady, her energy is damn high n she runs like a puppy! glad she is happy n adopted

@mish375

2 жыл бұрын

Could be the breed. Border Collies are wired and never slow down. You need an owner who can give them a lot of exercise.

@jivetalk2884

2 жыл бұрын

aww i know right her zoomies are so cute ☺️🥰

@serenegenerally

2 жыл бұрын

yeah it’s just the breed lol

@joannagodfrey5111

2 жыл бұрын

@@mish375 That's no excuse, particularly as these people dumped her when she was 11, the easy way to wear a collie out is to start playing ball with them by a kiddies playpark. I used to do this with Meg, it took minutes for her to have collected a tribe of small boys who wanted to try out the ball launcher and were then hypnotised into doing her will, ie spending the next 45 mins throwing the ball for her!

@ergoone1098

2 жыл бұрын

Lovely older dog. Some dogs.keep their youthful energy. Ours is almost 15, and still *runs* un the snow. :)

Shes 11 years old?! She is so energetic and her fur is stunning! What a beauty, no wonder she got adopted immediately! I hope the new family treats her well :D

@dzd2371

2 жыл бұрын

A border collie was the first dog I bonded with when I was a kid. He was a working dog on a farm, but still lived to be 22 was a fun-loving energetic and curious guy right up until his last few months. I've had many dogs since, but will always be a special place in my heart for him.

@mikelytou

2 жыл бұрын

Look at the teeth, there you can see that she's pretty old.

@tartfuel

2 жыл бұрын

My border collie was energetic and puppy-like until 1 year before I had to put her down due to a tumor in her lung. She developed geriatric-onset epilepsy and we less peppy, but enjoyed herself and still palled around with the other dogs in my office (they would travel in a pack, visiting other offices all day for more treats and pets) just days before she passed away. They are wonderful dogs.

@timandnatd

2 жыл бұрын

The oldest Border Collie was 25. They can he long lived dogs if kept healthy! Oh, and Bramble, the oldest loved BC was fed a 💯 plant based diet.

@LKitsyK

2 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh collies and goldens never run out of battery 🤣 I swear they will go go go even when they’re older good boys and good girls. It’s amazing!

It just hurts me to think of someone giving up their senior dog because they don’t have time for them. I couldn’t have even imagined giving up our 15 yr old Bichon poodle mix who died a little over a year ago.

I'm crying my eyes out. My sweet precious senior kitty had to be euthanized a week ago and I can't imagine just throwing her away. She was sick and no matter what we tried, she just stopped eating. The vet assured my bf, son and myself that she wasn't in pain and agreed that for her comfort she would be happier passing at home. So we took her home and watched as she got progressively weaker and weaker from not eating. We, the vet included, thought she wouldn't last but a few days to a week before she slipped into a coma in her sleep and passed. But my beautiful sweet baby girl was as stubborn as the rest of the family and kept pushing to stay with us. She started to get confused and couldn't walk and then became incontinent. I made her a bed in a large box by the heating vent, with the softest blanket and bottles with warm water placed around her. She still didn't want to leave us. I spent hours on the floor beside her box, petting her face and telling her it was OK. And she would quiet for a bit. But then I realized that her confusion and fear was no quality and she didn't seem to even know where she was. We decided that it was time. I called the vet and we took her. We stayed over her box petting her and talking to her while they gave her the sedative. She relaxed like she hadnt in days. Taking deeper breaths and stretching out. She finally slipped into a deep sleep and my son and I let the vet take her back for the final dose. (It can be hard to watch, even though they are beyond feeling at that point.) I told this story because my heart is breaking, even a week later. I think it will still be breaking a month from now, maybe a year...I know it will get easier, but there will always be a tortie shaped hole in my heart. And I can't imagine anyone, who had raised and loved and nurtured a creature until it was a senior, just suddenly throwing them out like they were an old shoe. What kinds of heartless monsters would they have to be. I hope I never meet any. I don't think we would have anything to discuss in common. And my shrink wonders why I'm agoraphobic. Some people suck. Thank you so much for your work and story and for showing the world that animals deserve love and aren't possessions. Thank you for being the good guys! ❤

I have a 9 years old border collie and i couldn't imagine my life without her. Senior dogs are just as loving as puppies and deserve the world

@cdd2308

2 жыл бұрын

@@dripcoco-963 get lost…reporting you btw.

@tlgmc1908

2 жыл бұрын

@@Hono1256 They wouldn't have taken it to a shelter and they would have waited for the breeder then

an 11 year old collie might be the perfect dog… all the collie intelligence, but you just might be able to keep up with them!

@pamelaaverrett5848

2 жыл бұрын

Right? Mine is 3 years old and she is just now able to sit still on the bed long enough for me to enjoy coffee and belly rubs with her... then it’s GO for the rest of the day 🤣

@JordanWeatherbie

2 жыл бұрын

Took my bc 13 years before she finally settled down 😂 that girl could run all day, everyday. She loved puppies and their energy. Im hoping my new girl grows up the same 😊

@dzd2371

2 жыл бұрын

I had one guy that made it to 22, yeah he mellowed out a bit in his upper years, but break out a frisbee or get on a bike and he was still ready to run for hours right up until the end of his life. I'll always have a fondness for the border collie.

That dog looks fucking great for 11 years old. That’s before the grooming to. Goddamn, adorable.

She worked her whole life they should have taken care of her

Literally brings tear’s to my eyes realizing someone disposed of such a beautiful gift without a second thought.

@castillomark

2 жыл бұрын

Some do it to people, imagine what they won't do to their pets.

@Timc227

2 жыл бұрын

Like abortion

@aliceb.6884

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for judging.

@fionna6391

2 жыл бұрын

@@Timc227 😐

@MyToasterIsBroken

2 жыл бұрын

@@Timc227 lol good grief.

Girl with the Dogs sang the song of my people: “dogs are not an item or accessory and we should treat them with love and respect”! Thank you @ Girl With The Dogs

@christinebuckingham8369

2 жыл бұрын

👍❤️🐶❤️💯💯💯

@annmackenzie5253

2 жыл бұрын

Yeeesssss❤🥰❤🥰❤🥰❤

I'm so happy she was adopted! 😍🥰 Shame on people treating senior animals and other "un-adoptable" animals like garbage. 😡 I prefer animals to most people. 😅

The reason you have one million subscribers is you are a kind soul who deeply cares about the welfare of animals.

The way she was running around the yard, you would never believe how old she is. What a great cause! Thank you for sharing!

@chaosdweller

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed

THIS is what we need more from content creators. Not too long, not misleading, and straight to the point videos. Respect to you

@annasid9025

2 жыл бұрын

💯%

I hate when people treat animals like this. Thank goodness for those who open their hearts arms and homes to them.

as owner of a border collie...this breaks my heart mine just turned 7 yrs old. I've never seen a senior border collie not be fun to have. They have so much energy and drive until their very las day :( I'm glad she found some good people that deserved having her for the rest of her life. Thank you to that responsible breeder and rescue and you as well!

@sznnmnt8216

Жыл бұрын

yes they do! Their spirit has a hard time being contained in their aging body.

@CrustyMuffinsify

Жыл бұрын

@@sznnmnt8216 exactly, they are super dogs tbh 🥰

@lareid529

Жыл бұрын

I have a rescue border collie mix. He's 10 now and still has a ton of energy! Although when we take longer walks, he naps longer than he did before. They're great dogs!

@tashialund332

Жыл бұрын

Yep, I live with an almost 16 year old, 4 that are 12 years old and 2 that are 4 years old. I am not looking forward to my seniors going.

Watching her bounce across the yard there, I'm thinking, "THIS is an 11 year old dog?!" :D I'm glad she has a new home now! Dogs are Loving FAMILY, and you don't abandon loving family!

@beekind14

2 жыл бұрын

That's border collies for you 😂🥰

@ericpode6095

2 жыл бұрын

I used to dog sit a border collie who passed away at 14, she didn't look her age. Even though she suffered arthritis towards the end she still wanted to run when on her walks.

@Hawxxy

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, some people see them Only as a source of income.

@christieknieriem6832

2 жыл бұрын

I have a 7 year old border collie...I expect he'll start slowing down when he hits 15. These guys are so energetic which is why so many families end up dumping them. Hurts my heart.

@androckon

2 жыл бұрын

Exactly what i thought. She is so full of life.

>senior dog >runs like she’s a youngen She’s gonna last a looooong time with her new home 😍

@nicolasinvernizzi6140

2 жыл бұрын

i had a Border collie. they can live up to 17 if well cared for.

@sirilluminarthevaliant2895

2 жыл бұрын

Border collies are the fastest damn dogs

@airsickspace9272

2 жыл бұрын

Border collies are amazing in that way. Mine is 9 yrs and when they seem shocked because she looks like a puppy and plays with a ball like a puppy. Though there is a down side to that too. My dogs idea of fixing a bad wound is to run it off.

@155chipmunkz

2 жыл бұрын

My cockapoo lived to be 17.

@294007

2 жыл бұрын

@@nicolasinvernizzi6140 mine died when she was 7 years old due to liver cancer.

My mum surrendered her dog to a vet (dog had far more serious medical needs than she new and couldn't afford the $5000+ vet visits and medication the dog would need to survive.) I really wish she had contacted the breeder first. I called them to tell them the bad news, they were devastated. I don't know if the dog made it, and I was heartbroken for weeks afterwards. Having a clause in a homing contract that requires the return of a pet if the owner is unable to care for them is a MUST.

Border collies are one of the most intelligent dogs there are....what a sweetie....

My doggo is current 19 years old - I could never imagine letting her go to another home just because of her age She has dementia and arthritis and some days are really tough with her but she gave me 19 years of unconditional love and companionship The least I can do for her is make sure she has everything she could ever need in her last few years I don’t know that she will make 20 but I am grateful everyday that I had the privilege to have her longer than most people will ever have a dog/pet 💕

@Sturmensky

2 жыл бұрын

I wish more pet owners were like you. While I realize many stick with their pets, it's still wonderful to hear of an owner sticking with their companion through difficult aging. For all the love they give us, our pets deserve it back. Bit of a flip, but I'm reminded of a close friend who adopted a cat, only to find out she had a lot of medical issues (the shelter was overcrowded and giving pets away just to free up space and staff... regrettably things were missed). He stuck with her, looked after, and got her healthy. It took over two months, but she's happy as can be now - and the love and care he showed her is definitely returned!

@mikelytou

2 жыл бұрын

19 years???? Wow! I never even heard of a dog getting that old.

@misottovoce

2 жыл бұрын

19 years. Must be all that love and wonderful care! Bless you both!

@ithewho6603

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikelytou I met a 21 year old Jack Russell terrier. He was absolutely adorable. Deaf, almost blind, shaggy hair, yet he walked around tail up like a young stud. Old dogs are the cutest.

@yaimamartinez9576

2 жыл бұрын

Wow 19 loving years! You are an amazing human being 😍😍😍👏👏👏

I could never understand how someone could let go of their fur baby. I still miss my doggie and it's been 13 years since he left us. Thank you for the hard work and attention you are bringing to this cause.

@ZebraLuv

2 жыл бұрын

Usually that only happens when something bad happened to the owner. That's why I don't judge it too hard. Sometimes it's for the animal's best interest to find a home better suited to their needs.

Thank for this video, twice. First, for the very lovely groom you provided this beautiful dog, and second for your voiceover. I have over 20 years rescuing and rehabilitating unwanted Border Collies. My most recent rescue, Buster, was 10yo when I adopted him, and he recently passed at 14. Senior dogs are so awesome, and shouldn't be passed over. Seeing Kayla running in your yard reminded my Of Buster and brought a smile to my face. You'll have to excuse me, I have some dirt in my eye . . .

We adopted a senior BC (they say she was 13). Mandy adapted immediately to our other 2 dogs and they to her. She was always well mannered. Mandy was with us for a little over 2 years and played frisbee every day until the day before she passed. We could have played to the idea that she was just a visitor, living out her life in a little more comfort than a shelter, but we always had a trio of dogs and Mandy restored that. There's a saying, "hold on tightly, let go lightly." We can only spoil them while they're here. And wish them well when they're gone.

"This show dog" says VOLUMES. The original owners wanted a show dog in its prime; they were not interested in looking after a pet from day one, they wanted to MONETISE the dog, and when that monetisation started to fade, they binned the dog. I find that utterly reprehensible >:( Well done on helping her find a furever family - she deserves it!

@mattyb9991

2 жыл бұрын

Precisely, the worst kind of despicable.

Ahw poor girl. What a sweetheart. Look at her go! I hate it when people do this to oldies :( Thank you for making people aware of ethical breeders xx

@timtreefrog9646

2 жыл бұрын

@@bigchungus6223 yes true :)

@nerysghemor5781

2 жыл бұрын

It's so sad!!! Old dogs are the BEST dogs IMO.

@GetIsekaid

2 жыл бұрын

@@bigchungus6223 Why are you all complaining? The alternative is the type of people to release her in the forest/on the freeway 🤦🏻‍♂️

@JazzyB9481

2 жыл бұрын

@@GetIsekaid people do that?! 😭

@timtreefrog9646

2 жыл бұрын

@@GetIsekaid this is like saying "why are you complaining about your broken arm, when you could have two broken arms." Complaining is warranted for both situations. Even just to say it is sad for a racing/show dog who lived her life with the same family, who then got rid of her when she stopped being useful. I assume by the way TGWTD said it, it was the owners being @#£&#s. She usually doesn't say things in such a judgemental way, even when we see very bad matting etc etc.

All of our dogs have been rescued including a pure bred border collie who was born deaf. He lived till the age of 17. We now have a Shepard husky mix who adores my husband and has become his service dog( my husband suffers from ptsd) will continue to rescue as long as we are able..the love rescues give is total..thank you for your service regarding rescues

One of my rescues is a purebred french bulldog that was surrendered to a shelter along with her sister when they turned 5 years old because the owner "had too many dogs". She is spoiled rotten with us, thinks she is a cat, and her BF is a 12yo rescued mutt that was returned to the shelter twice. He lived there for two years before we adopted him forever. None of our 4 rescue dogs are "perfect" and that was a criteria - we wanted to help dogs that don't "fit" with a typical family looking to adopt. So 4 misfits have the run of a farm, lots of fresh air and sunshine! Grateful for shelters like ours and this one that focuses of animals most won't consider. If you're reading this and thinking about a pet for your family this holiday, please consider a rescue. A lot of COVID puppies and kittens out there that were discarded as quarantines lifted.

This video was surprisingly difficult to get through without crying as I recently lost my 16 year old border collie mix. This dogs face was almost identical to my boy's. I adopted him when he was 9 and had him for 7 wonderful squirrel chasing years. Thank you so much for caring about the older puppies. They deserve a happy home to enjoy the rest of their lives in. 💙💙💙💙

@keawarren

2 жыл бұрын

Totally understand. My 4 yo border died from epilepsy. I will definitely have another when the grieving is over. Although an older one this time around. 🙃

@mandi3891

2 жыл бұрын

My babygirl passed away a year ago. She was 14. She became "a senior dog" only for the last 6 months of her life. She had so much joy for life at age 11, just like this dog clearly has. It's sad that people sometimes forget that some dogs can live longer lifes, adopting a 8 year old dog doesn't mean they have one year left etc.

@496brit

2 жыл бұрын

@@dripcoco-963 u need help seriously

@nicolasinvernizzi6140

2 жыл бұрын

@@keawarren mine also had epilepsy. fortunately he lived to be 16. he periodicaly would get like a stone for a couple of minutes once a month or so.

The idea of giving up on a dog or any animal just because they couldn't "show" her anymore really makes me mad. Thank you for grooming her and to the breeder and rescue that stepped in when she needed help.

During the recent lockdowns, a *lot* of people bought a dog. Some of these people were responsible owners who recognised that a dog is for life & are prepared to invest the time & money in giving the animal a loving, caring home. Others, once they (or the child?) got bored with the responsibility of dog ownership or found that they couldn't afford the costs involved have cast the dog aside. The fortunate dogs have finished up in the rescue centre & these centres are struggling to cope with the sheer number of animals. The unfortunate ones can finish up roaming the streets, abandoned, unloved & uncared for. Thank you for highlighting the importance of being a good & caring pet owner.

She is a beautiful dog. Thank you

I could never imagine my pet becoming of no more use to me and just giving them away. And after 11 YEARS. That poor creature is bonded to you. The familiar smells, the routines, all of it. Once you take in a pet, it's for life.

@monsieurdorgat6864

2 жыл бұрын

These were "show dog" people - they were already morally bankrupt for taking part in that BS. Show dogs are frequently bred to have stupid traits that are grossly unhealthy for the dogs, and it devolves the dog into a thing their owners try to perfect rather than care for.

Aww her little tongue peeking out so cute. I can’t ever imagine giving up one of my pets. When we adopted them that meant for all their lives. Glad she found a home sweet what a sweet girl.

@anglerfish4161

2 жыл бұрын

She's so well behaved and that cute blep is heart melting... it makes me think her previous owners thought of her as a prop to win competitions. You don't give up a life long friend because they got old!

@idk-oe5ig

2 жыл бұрын

my border collie does the same little tongue thing and its sooo cute, its funny seeing another border collie do it too

Help the bordervollie and the lady people. Save the dog in name of GOd and donate

My kitty is a rescue. I got him when he was 5 years old (he's now 8). The shelter found him living in a colony of feral cats but he wasn't feral. He gets separation anxiety, and I bet it's because his owner just dumped him. I'm guessing he lived there for a while because he's good at catching mice--WHILE having 1 broken canine tooth and wearing a bell!! My precious boy is just about the best thing in my life and I'm pretty sure he's saved it too by keeping me away from suicide at my lowest points. Cheshire is the sweetest, softest tiny lion I've ever had the pleasure of knowing, and I'm so glad he's mine. ❤🐾

I've never understood how older animals are "harder" to find homes for-- older animals have settled personalities; you know what you're getting when you adopt or foster a senior animal, they know their needs and can communicate them to you just because they've been around the sun a bit longer than a young animal. I've never once given up a pet because they were old or unhealthy. Good on the breeder and the shelter for doing the right thing, especially since (as far as I've noticed) a lot of people who want purebreds want them because they can say "I was able to afford it" --and then when the shine wears off the animal is treated like any other disposable status symbol. I hope the shelter gets a nice influx of donations from this video!

@denicesanders4586

2 жыл бұрын

Not everyone is so callous. I lost my beloved Malamute, Dakota in April. He was 2 months and 1 week from turning 13 years old. My heart will never heal. We adopted a Malamute puppy last month, he was 7 weeks old. I will never forsake him and will love him and care for him all of his days.

@luckdragongirl

2 жыл бұрын

I would imagine older dogs and cats are harder to adopt out because older pets (like people) can have medical conditions that some people are not ready to handle. They also may have less years left, and if someone is looking for a dog or cat that will be around for more years, they're likely to pick a young one. That's probably why.

@kristen7623

2 жыл бұрын

💯

@ironrose888

2 жыл бұрын

I would rather have an older dog than a puppy. Just my preference 😃

@aeroinuinu3349

2 жыл бұрын

Its because senior animals are very expensive to care for and they don't live long

So glad she found a happy forever home for her senior years. She seems like such a precious girl.

@ninaappelt9001

2 жыл бұрын

She said she was adopted by her foster.

@Masada1911

2 жыл бұрын

@@ninaappelt9001 i corrected it, sorry.

As an owner of a senior Border Collie This really hurts my feelings. I’m glad you have a loving family now ❤️ Love from your ancestral home, Cumbria.

@fiddelydee5585

2 жыл бұрын

I have one too. Mine is 15 and has some problems running and walking. She isn't in pain so she isn't going anywhere. This one hurt me too.

She reminds me of “our” old dog-she wasn’t ours, the was the owner of the house we were renting’s dog, but was living out at the house because her owners moved to a city where she was miserable (like legitimately depressed). She was an old border collie mix. She was so sweet. Even though she was old she was full of energy. She LOVED being outdoors. The property had a decently large yard and we let her go out on a very long lead tied to a tree so that she could run around and play but not go off the property. She took care of our cat and kittens. We moved out because the house owner’s son wanted to buy the house and the dog stayed with them. She passed away a short time later. I miss her, even if she wasn’t technically “our” dog. Wow, that was 5 or 6 years ago too…

@rodandjudibowen5665

9 ай бұрын

But she WAS your dog! 🐶💖

Stories about unloved senior pets hit me the most. Thankfully she has found a real family in no time flat. Thanks for a free groom.

She is beautiful. Border collies are intelligent... more so than an irresponsible owner. Thankful a rescue and you are here.

How anyone can do that.... Smfh. Breaks my heart into a million pieces. Awwwwww, and you did the groom outta sweetness. I love you so much.

I love her how she sticks out her tongue just a wee bit.

Ugh. I also did not have time for my senior cat. So I dropped obligations so I could sit at home with her. Y'all...stuff happens...deaths, homes burn, I get it....but please, surrendering, it is a last resort. PLEASE be willing to give up what you can when you adopt an animal for their entire life.

"Pets are not items". Facts! Thank you for all you do!

What a beautiful girl! She is truly a stunning dog!

The way she’s zooming around the yard, how exactly was she “too old” for her original family?

@chaosdweller

2 жыл бұрын

I know right haha.

@agentsculder2451

2 жыл бұрын

She was purchased as a show dog, and they probably can't show her any longer. So they got rid of her. It's really awful. I hope another breeder won't sell them another dog.

@vicroc4

2 жыл бұрын

@@agentsculder2451 Seriously, people like that don't deserve to have dogs. I hope her breeder catches wind of what happened and spreads the word to other reputable breeders not to sell to those asshats. Edit: I apparently wasn't paying enough attention, because her breeder did find out what happened. I just hope they've put the warning out about Kayla's previous owners, especially since they broke a legal contract by just giving her to a shelter.

@averyh5303

2 жыл бұрын

Too old to "show." Like a purse or something that got frayed looking, so they dumped her for a new model. Groomer lady hit it on the nose, people like that view dogs as objects that they own, not living beings.

This angers me to no end. I adopted my first border collie, "Hazel The Razel-Dazzel" a 3 year old, from a shelter were she was dumped by her owners because her hips were ruined from them training her for competition too early. I found out they actually tied her to a tree in the park and someone found her. I spent 14 beautiful years with her. She had to be trained to play. They crated her all the time and she had no spark. I did a great job teaching her to hike, run, play, swim and sit on the couch. I miss her a lot. I now have another 3yr old border collie aussie shepard mix, I raised as a puppy, who is a super intelligent energetic goof ball, Panda Bear. ❤

Thank you for helping Kyla!

How could some scumbag just get rid of their dog like that ?? Even worse, after 11 years. Absolutely disgusting.

The same thing recently happened at my kennel too. One of our clients is an old wife and husband who are both deaf. They have been clients for a couple of years and their wonderful dog is named Penny, and she is 15 years old. She lived with the family since she was a puppy. However, 2 weeks ago, the old couple was put into assisted living due to their growing age, and they are being relocated to an area which doesn't allow animals. So, Penny is left under our care, away from the people who had been with her for her entire life. I find it really sad. Fortunately, we are taking great care of her and hoping to find her another family where she can live out the last of her days being loved again.

@miahan8988

2 жыл бұрын

Oh no, I’m so sorry :(

@farapipsqueek636

2 жыл бұрын

Oh gosh. I hope she finds a great home. My dog's previous owner died and the neighbors found her and brought her to a shelter. I got her though an agrncy. She is the sweetest

What a gorgeous dog, those people were insane to give her up

@brandi2080

2 жыл бұрын

Jerks, unbelievable. I'd starve before giving my staffy up

I was crying in under a minute. People can be such jerks.

I was both sad and angry to hear she was surrendered just because she was old. My immediate family has loved and lost at least 7 beloved dogs and cats, helping them live their best lives until the end, and it's going to be just as sad when their current pets die as when the pets I grew up with died. I'm glad for this sweetie that she'll have a great life with her new family.

I will never understand how people can just get rid of a pet like that, it breaks my heart and I am very glad she has found a new forever home, she deserves it as she is a beautiful dog

I am disgusted with owners who don't take proper care of their pets once they turn a senior age. Thank you to the foster family, and the new owners for giving Kayla a second chance. Thanks also to Happy's Place for giving senior and palliative pets the dignity and respect they deserve. You're all awesome :-)

How could anyone give up that beautiful animal? I would have taken her in a hot minute. So glad she got adopted. And, you did make Kayla even more gorgeous.

I just can't imagine having a dog for this long and just tossing it aside. Plus you can see that she's such a happy and energetic doggo. POS these people...

I've never understood how people could adopt a dog, have it be part of their family for years, and then abandon it when it's old.

Collies are extremely intelligent. It pains me to see people do this to a living human being. Good on that breeder, and good on the shelter for making sure this beautiful little friend is in a good and happy home. Take care of your pets, unconditionally. That, is Worm Knowledge. Edit: Didnt mean human beings there, but hey thats funny as hell so im keepin it

@mollyabowden

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with your sentiment completely, but I'm fairly certain this dog is not a 'living human being' haha

@JazzyB9481

2 жыл бұрын

I don't think you know what the term "human" means 😅😅

@GoodWormDoctor

2 жыл бұрын

^ comments above, lol i was totally thinking of a different topic, but its hilarious so im keepinh it

My husband used to work for a nursing home management company. One of the facility directors came up with the sincerely brilliant idea of forming a partnership with a local senior dog rescue to acquire facility pets. Those sweet, happy old dogs were doted upon and thoroughly spoiled by the equally happy residents, and were exceptionally popular with the people in the memory care unit. The regard in which these dogs were held was such that when one of them passed, they would receive a funeral service from the facility chaplain, and a custom casket made by a carpenter who volunteered his labor at no cost.

Because of all those terrible stories of shelters overfilled with abandoned pets I once decided to check out my local animal shelter in a city of about 2.5k people and they had like three dogs with problematic behaviour/past that they were not giving away to first-time owners or families. I guess that's a good thing, not many pets who were just "thrown away" for no good reason. The animal shelter in my current city has more dogs but they list reasons why their previous owner gave them up, usually biting the owner or not doing well with kids or some previous trauma, making the dog extremely high-maintenance. I'm glad these dogs are at least not just given away for no reason at all.

I am so glad she was adopted and the breeder was an ethical one, her previous owners were jerks and didn’t deserve her. I have a border collie myself and although she doesn’t do shows, she’s with me til the end, mine or hers, if it’s mine, my husband or children will keep her, we love her.

I rescued a almost 10 year old corgi. She is my life and I couldn't imagine my life without her. She's 13, almost 14 and is still like a puppy most days.

@chaosdweller

2 жыл бұрын

I'm a male senior citizen and I still feel like I'm in my tweenties 😄, when not being worn down by constant meaningless drama haha.

On one hand, I'm happy she found a family that will love her for the rest of her years. On the other hand, it infuriates me that her previous owners discarded her once she could no longer do her job as a show dog... People aren't "owners" to dogs. They're family. When you take a puppy to raise, you become that puppy's family. It's rare for someone to raise a puppy and not be loved by that puppy unconditionally. Its absolutely disgusting to think of someone throwing away a member of their family that loves them like this...

My Naiki just passed away a couple days ago on Jan 14, 2023. She was born on May 24, 2004. Her heart failed and she died in her home during sleep. I could never even imagine giving her away at such an old age. She is my daughter and has been with me for pretty much half of my life. I got Naiki when she was just a puppy during a time when I was going through severe depression and mental instability due to university stress and family issues. She was nothing but pure comfort for me. As I grew up, she grew older but we shared much memories together. Cuddles are the fondest of my memories with her along with shared kisses and snuggles. I miss her so much and it's been hard - felt just like the time when my parents divorced and my first break up although this is definitely a different kind of hard as it is to do with death. Dogs, to me, are one of the most passionate companion pets anyone could ever have in their life.

I burst out in tears at that first sentence. No being should ever be abandoned. She seems like such a sweetheart. I’m so glad she found a true forever home.

My favorite quote is “Pets Are Forever…and forever does not mean as long as it’s convenient for you.” We just adopted or 6th rescue dog Monday before Thanksgiving. He is 6 years old and had a very hard first three years. We hope we make the rest of his years the best.

Owning a Border Collie is an honor. I had my Chelsea girl for 16 years and she was beautiful and loving her entire life.

I've grown so much more respect for border collies. Watching them herd sheep is just incredible. So intelligent and energetic. They require a good amount of space and mental stimulation.

What a beautiful old lady. I just love her little tongue sticking out during the massage. I am glad Kayla found a good home. I have a senior pup myself, and the idea of giving her up after 12 1/2 years is absurd to me. She's been sick lately and it's cost me a lot of money, but I wouldn't have it any other way.

I’ve never understood committing to a pet, and then just up and deciding one day, “nah”. Now, saying that. I *did* adopt a 4 yr. old Bassett hound from a a breed specific rescue as I was under the distinct impression that he was good with with kids. I had a mellow 10 year old (no, really- artistic,sensitive, quiet, voracious reader, and she still is at 22) at the time. It became obvious in the first 3 days that we weren’t a good fit for him due to bouts of luring one of us into a state of calm only to change his mind and snap at our hand or my child’s face. We returned him to the rescue via one of their certified fosters, but I really felt like I failed him. I know he found his forever home with that foster and lived his time almost exclusively on the clean laundry pile there. But I was upset for weeks. I’ve had the privilege to know many pets in my lifetime, and I’ve never made a solid “you now live here forever, this is your permanent home, we love you” and not meant it. I can’t imagine discarding a pet because of age, new family circumstances, or age. However, I cannot say I’ve never surrendered one of mine, and it still hurts my heart and produces guilt to this day.

@misssmisssymaria

2 жыл бұрын

They had Kayla for 11 years and pretty much threw her away because she got old. You made a difficult and responsible decision out of love, when after a few days you realized he wasn’t a good fit for your home and surrendered the pup back to the rescue. Don’t compare yourself to them. ❤️

I absolutely HATE people who give up their babies for no reason. There are limited excuses for someone to abandon their baby, such as a pet being ill and not having the resources to take care of the pet and not being able to find a new home for that pet. Or if the pet parent is physically unable to take care of their pet then I can agree with surrendering a pet. Thank you to ALL of the animal rescues in the world. The work you do needs to be celebrated every day.

I just heard someone saying in a video that ‘dogs are people’ . I like that view . Dogs are in fact sentient beings , roughly meaning that they think , and feel , and experience sensations as we do . That is what the man meant when he said dogs are people . If we treat animals as things we are incredibly cruel . Dogs require most of what we do in order to happily thrive . The foremost of these things is love , closely followed by such things as security , food , shelter , and so on. They feel as people do when they are deprived of these things , maybe worse actually , because they have no idea why this happened , or what to do .

Nothing makes me more angry then when a senior pup is abandoned, they are family not disposable objects. Thank you and this rescue for helping these babies

Vanessa we have a lot of respect for you, you’re witty, selfless and kind - with pure intentions always at heart. We are so lucky to have this channel ❤️

Abandoning a senior dog makes me furious. So happy she found a new home.

Thank you for highlighting breeders and rescues working together. We got our Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier from a reputable breeder with the clause in our contract that we were to return her to him if ever we couldn't keep her. We've had several people shame us for buying her and not adopting. Our decision was based on research, the needs of our family, and the disposition of our older dog who WAS a rescue. I hate that the adopt don't shop message, which is a great message, has turned into buying a dog is always wrong. Finding reputable breeders who truly care about their dogs and are passionate about their breed is key. Also, would love to see you groom a Wheaten!