

But, we couldn’t handle this the first dog we adopted, which is why we had to give her back to the shelter. We didn’t change our minds about adopting a dog (which is why we now have two rescue dogs!). These things to consider and discuss with your family are based on our experience with our big black Shepherd/lab cross. You’ll also show other dog owners that they’re not alone. Writing about your own experience might help you decide if you should give your dog away, and help you work through the grief and guilt. If you read through other readers’ comments, you’ll find comfort and support. Please consider sharing your story in the comments section below. I hope my thoughts and experience help you make this decision. That’s why this is a decision you have to make with your family. You may also blame or resent the person for telling you what to do with your dog.

If you let someone else tell you what to do, you may always regret giving your dog away. Deciding if you should give your dog up is a personal decision, and it’s important that you make it as a family. Everybody’s best interests have to be considered. How do you know if giving your dog away is the right thing to do? This is a decision you and your family have to talk about – and even wrestle with. If you feel guilty and bad about giving your dog away, know that someone else will be glad you had to make this decision! They adapt quickly to new homes and owners – though I believe they never forget their previous owners. I wanted her to know that her little dog adjusted so quickly and easily to living with us! Dogs are survivors. Her owner was really struggling with the fact that she was giving her dog away.
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I wrote How to Cope With Rehoming Your Dog after we adopted another dog (Tiffy). We learn lessons we didn’t want to learn…and we meet dogs we love but just can’t live with.

Sometimes there are things we don’t want to happen, but have to accept. It’s important to remember that sometimes the most difficult decisions are also the “most right” ones. The following tips will help you decide if you should give your dog away. We had to give our dog away it was the right thing for us to do, but it was a terrible decision to have to make. How do you know if you should give your dog away? Surrendering or rehoming a dog is painful, but it might be the best decision you could make for your family – and your dog.
