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I don't know what to do

Posted : 4/11/2006 1:36:28 PM

We have 3 dogs already. A german shepherd, a border collie, and a new baby yellow lab. Today the humane society called me to tell me about a new dog they just got in. She's a 2 year old mastiff, st. bernard mix. She's absolutely beutiful. She's come from a neglectful home, and needs somewhere where she will be loved. I don't think there is any way my husband is going to let me get another one. We have more than enough room for her, and I have all the time in the world to get her settled and happy. He just doesn't really want another dog, and I don't think I will be able to get him to cave.
I'm praying that when he sees a picture of her he'll fall in love like I did, and that somehow I'll be able to convince him. This girl needs a fresh start in life, and I desperately want to be able to be the one to give her that chance. Can some of you say a prayer that just maybe my husband will give in? I know he wont regret it if he does. Here is a picture of her. Obviously she's the one on the left.

ashland

Posted : 4/11/2006 1:43:46 PM

That dog is beautiful! I'm praying for you. What a great looking addition to your family this girl would be.

Michelle Crowley

Posted : 4/11/2006 1:46:24 PM

I have a suggestion. Could you foster the dog until the shelter finds her a permanent home? I know you may want to keep her but what cured me of bringing every dog I see home are vet bills. Sounds cold but it really does the trick. More dogs, more vet bills and they ain't cheap, either. I volunteer at the Humane Society and they do have foster care programs such as this. You would have the dog temporarily and know she will go to a good home. Something could be worked out. Also, maybe having the dog there may grow on your husband and maybe then he'll relent.[

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chris

Posted : 4/11/2006 3:01:33 PM

Thats what I would do! See if you can foster the dog. And that way you wont be asking your hubby to keep him. But then again your DH might fall in love with the dog and then you will get too keep him any ways!!! [][][]

Amy Kent

Posted : 4/11/2006 3:26:02 PM

That is a good idea, I'm going to mention that to my hubby.

rredbird

Posted : 4/11/2006 3:28:05 PM

Or foster two and negotiate down to one!

jprinz99

Posted : 4/11/2006 5:03:08 PM

my husband was peering over my shoulder. He just read your post about fostering 2 and negotiating down to 1.
His response:
"Don't even think about it!"[sm=rotfl.gif]

I, on the other hand, think it is a great plan!

forpaws

Posted : 4/12/2006 7:50:37 AM

Tell hubby every dog in the house needs a buddy to hang out with so four would be good.
Just do it and he'll come around eventually.

I think she is absolutely gorgeous myself. Poor little girl.
Good luck!

Dilly on deck!

fuzzy_dogs_mom

Posted : 4/12/2006 12:33:36 PM

If you DH is as observant as mine is, he wouldn't actually notice another dog around for a few months. Then, when he finally does, you can just say "What new dog? He's always been here." [

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