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I was crying for ages when i first read it. Its so sad cause you know this actually happens, glad to say i saved one of them.

How could you? written by - unknown When I was a puppy, I entertained you with my antics and made you laugh. You called me your child and despite a number of chewed shoes and a couple of murdered throw pillows, I became your best friend. Whenever I was "bad," you'd shake your finger at me and ask "How could you?" - but then you'd relent and roll me over for a bellyrub. My housetraining took a little longer than expected, because you were terribly busy, but we worked on that together. I remember those nights of nuzzling you in bed, listening to your confidences and secret dreams, and I believed that life could not be any more perfect. We went for long walks and runs in the park, car rides, stops for ice cream (I only got the cone because "ice cream is bad for dogs," you said), and I took long naps in the sun waiting for you to come home at the end of the day. Gradually, you began spending more time at work and on your career, and more time searching for a human mate. I waited for you patiently, comforted you through heartbreaks and disappointments, never chided you about bad decisions, and romped with glee at your homecomings, and when you fell in love. She, now your wife, is not a "dog person" - still I welcomed her into our home, tried to show her affection, and obeyed her. I was happy because you were happy. Then the human babies came along and I shared your excitement. I was fascinated by their pinkness, how they smelled, and I wanted to mother them, too. Only she and you worried that I might hurt them, and I spent most of my time banished to another room, or to a dog crate. Oh, how I wanted to love them, but I became a "prisoner of love." As they began to grow, I became their friend. They clung to my fur and pulled themselves up on wobbly legs, poked fingers in my eyes, investigated my ears and gave me kisses on my nose. I loved everything about them, especially their touch - because your touch was now so infrequent - and I would have defended them with my life if need be. I would sneak into their beds and listen to their worries and secret dreams. Together we waited for the sound of your car in the driveway. There had been a time, when others asked you if you had a dog, that you produced a photo of me from your wallet and told them stories about me. These past few years, you just answered "yes" and changed the subject. I had gone from being your dog to "just a dog," and you resented every expenditure on my behalf. Now you have a new career opportunity in another city and you and they will be moving to an apartment that does not allow pets. You've made the right decision for your "family," but there was a time when I was your only family. I was excited about the car ride until we arrived at the animal shelter. It smelled of dogs and cats, of fear, of hopelessness. You filled out the paperwork and said "I know you will find a good home for her." They shrugged and gave you a pained look. They understand the realities facing a middle-aged dog or cat, even one with "papers." You had to pry your son's fingers loose from my collar as he screamed "No, Daddy! Please don't let them take my dog!" And I worried for him and what lessons you had just taught him about friendship and loyalty, about love and responsibility, and about respect for all life. You gave me a goodbye pat on the head, avoided my eyes, and politely refused to take my collar and leash with you. You had a deadline to meet and now I have one, too. After you left, the two nice ladies said you probably knew about your upcoming move months ago and made no attempt to find me another good home. They shook their heads and asked "How could you?" They are as attentive to us here in the shelter as their busy schedules allow. They feed us, of course, but I lost my appetite days ago. At first, whenever anyone passed my pen, I rushed to the front, hoping it was you - that you had changed your mind - that this was all a bad dream...or I hoped it would at least be someone who cared, anyone who might save me. When I realized I could not compete with the frolicking for attention of happy puppies, oblivious to their own fate, I retreated to a far corner and waited. I heard her footsteps as she came for me at the end of the day and I padded along the aisle after her to a separate room. A blissfully quiet room. She placed me on the table, rubbed my ears and told me not to worry. My heart pounded in anticipation of what was to come, but there was also a sense of relief. The prisoner of love had run out of days. As is my nature, I was more concerned about her. The burden which she bears weighs heavily on her and I know that, the same way I knew your every mood. She gently placed a tourniquet around my foreleg as a tear ran down her cheek. I licked her hand in the same way I used to comfort you so many years ago. She expertly slid the hypodermic needle into my vein. As I felt the sting and the cool liquid coursing through my body, I lay down sleepily, looked into her kind eyes and murmured "How could you?" Perhaps because she understood my dogspeak, she said "I'm so sorry." She hugged me and hurriedly explained it was her job to make sure I went to a better place, where I wouldn't be ignored or abused or abandoned, or have to fend for myself - a place of love and light so very different from this earthly place. With my last bit of energy, I tried to convey to her with a thump of my tail that my "How could you?" was not meant for her. It was you, My Beloved Master, I was thinking of. I will think of you and wait for you forever. I know there are extenuating circumstances sometimes ...but can honestly now say I know in my heart I'll never adopt an animal I can't give a forever home to

This brought me to tears

They are just adorable i love the photo of ted haha cute

ohhh i get it now thanks i just thought to myself if its just mince it cant be to good :S lol but that link helped me understand

with raw food i don't really know much about it is it literally just like mince from the butcher? sorry if that sounds really stupid i'm just curious. I don't understand how people make puppies start off with wheetbix i don't know how that would remotely be good for a pup :S. I have read about advance i thought it would be a good brand then i read something somewhere else saying all dry food is basically the same???

I will remember this in the future

Thats very true never really thought about that :\ i feel stupid haha

i havent actually had a lunging dog i just thought thats what the head halti's were for? To contol the head so they dont pull?

id recommend you take him back or seek professional help. He might of been fine with his foster carers cause they might have treated him different then you and he might not be used to it. I believe he can be helped with professional help obviously he hasnt been socialised poor thing. Oh about the leash thing what about a head halti with a chain lead? head halti's control the head and because he lunges it might help you hold him back. Hope all works out well

I watch that show its great

nothing at all against american staffods i think they are great dogs but yeah i dont think i would be able to handle one. Id like to say thanks for everyones opinions

Happy Birthday Maxi My dogs name is max or maxiboy he is now 16yrs old and blind with little hearing ;) i get very emotional at times ive had him since he was 4-5yrs old he was a rescue and has been the best dog, I think its normal for people to get emotional as they get older.

Not sure if this will help but it has dog parks beaches etc http://pawclub.com.au/Community/PlacesToGo/Default.aspx just put the post code in where you would like to go ;) hope it helps?

HAHA thats super dooper adorable ;)

I think it would make problems with the puppy, I would wait till you are in a new house or even get an older dog which is what kelly wrote. A puppy would just become bored even with toys being at home for all that time i dont think it would be a good idea. ;)

Thought id say i dont just want a big dog for protection i just prefer larger dogs and i know its not fair on the dog if i just get him/her for that reason haha. I also like labradors especially the black and chocolate ones ^^ I live in brisbane do i just google gundog courses cause i think that would be interesting to try if i decide to get a labrador , If i got a border collie i think my brother would steal it from me haha cause he loves them. I rescued a chocolate and white border collie once because the owners "claimed she wasnt theres" Thankfully my aunty offered to look after her, she was a great dog ^^ so they are always an option.

oh ok thanks sorry im just new at it :D

What is everyones opinion on the best puppy food? :D

pixie meg, i honestly i don't mind a challenge but as it will be my first dog probably not the best option so probably something inbetween if that makes sense but i intend on taking it to puppy school, obedience etc i will try my very hardest to have a well behaved dog. I do not want something that will just protect me from anyone just the wrong person. I want a dog that seeks attention and affection so yeah i have thought about a lot of like the costs and stuff and i will calculate all that once i have a job and before i get my dog.

That is a very good idea, thanks heaps cant believe i didn't think of that -.-. All my friends know im a dog freak and the would expect me to drop everything for my pooch haha, and i plan on spoiling him/her like crazy. I plan on moving out with my brother and if that doesnt work i can live with my parents until i have enough money to get a loan. Boxers are good dogs but im planning on doing the whole pros n cons thing lol

well thank you and if you think of any be sure to message me :D

im so sorry that this happened litterally bought tears to my eyes :D knowing my old dog is now 16yrs old i find it very hard to read stories like these without getting a little teary. Im sure she is up there with her brother running playing and in peace. R.I.P old girl

hey oh where do i begin haha i have done work experience at the RSPCA I did train my family dog (australian silky x) i taught him basic obedience myself i rescued him when he was 5yrs old and pretty much trained him straight away that was when i was 10yrs old i am now alot older now and i have read alot more i own a lot of books on training dogs and just applied for a job at a doggie day care , i did own a rottweiler x cattle dog but she passed when i was 7yrs old, i have a medium size backyard. I do not mind if tall like a borzoi or heavy like saint benard. prefrably short to medium coat i do not want to spend hours on grooming but i would if i had to. I really really like the german shepherd but i dont want to get one for my first dog i will be bringing, even though i have a medium sized yard i plan one walking it for atleast an hour a day. I just need peoples opinions on like experience wise what would be better for me i really dont want to do wrong by the dog because of me.

My boyfriends mother made a mistake many people make "oh they are so adorable" I tryed to tell her about them but thought no it will be a good and easy puppy to bring up bought a female beagle and she is extremely distracted by most things, very nose driven is the way i should put it which is what beagles do, but i would give them this they would have to be one of the friendliest breeds ive ever met to people and animals. I think if you get one you need to train him/her from day one and be consistent. I think beagles are intelligent is you find a good deal with them haha lol