oneteaspoon Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Now I've got your attention let me explain. I'm a 25 yr old female living on the Mornington peninsula in Vic. I still haven't fully recovered since the passing of my Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in 2005. I'm ready for a new dog but I live with and care for my mum who is ill and in a unit with a small backyard and I think she is afraid whilst I'm at uni/work she will have to do everything. I try explain I will be responsible, walk, bath, feet and take to the vet however she still isn't keen. A friend of mine just bought one home one day whilst her mum was away on business and I'm sure my mum will adapt and love it (she loves my turtles now) but something is holding me back. Ok why am I writing this. I'm looking for a dog that I can date. Take for a walk, play, buy presents for and so on. I am after a Labrador, retriever, rotti, spaniel something of the sort, I'm open minded. So you don't think I'm going to runaway with your dog I can provide a drivers license so you know I'm not suss. I really just want companionship, and to enjoy having some time with mans best friend again as I really miss it. Let me know if you or someone you know could use someone to look after their pooch, take for a walk and play with. No strings. ps. I am sorry to all the breeders who got my email as well as I only found this forum after doing so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harley Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Have you thought about volunteering at a local shelter? I am pretty sure the dogs there would love the companionship etc. :) that way you still get your doggy 'fix', your mum won't have to worry and the shelter dogs win too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest donatella Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Why don't you ask your mum if you can foster a dog to see if she likes the idea? That way you get doggy love but not the long term doggy commitment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chezy Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 contact aged care or such help providers, quite often older people need someone to walk, wash, groom etc I used to walk a ladies dog a few times a week, she just asked me when I was wlaking mine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Rusty Bucket Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Have you tried letterboxing your area and offering a dog walking service? If you want to do this - it would help to mention how old you are and what times would suit you for dog walking. A lot of old or frail people would probably be very happy to have someone walk their dog for them. And busy mums. Or you might be able to link up with a rescue or foster carer to help them with their dogs. They can be prone to one dog too many syndrome. Beware of the failed foster dog tho. That's the one you can't bring yourself to give up so you end up keeping it. Even tho I live in a different house in a different burb to my mum - she was very upset when I got a puppy. All my siblings - have at one time or another dumped their dogs on her and she thought I'd do the same. A bit dumb really - or she would have been dealing with a very ancient horse for about 7 years if I was likely to do that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wobbly Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Volunteering at the local shelter is a great idea, those dogs would be in heaven if someone would come in and pet them and spend time with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gretel Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Some excellent ideas :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneteaspoon Posted November 17, 2012 Author Share Posted November 17, 2012 I've contacted the RSPCA on multiple occasions and they require you to attend information sessions that are fully booked months in advance and need you to sign a contract like thing and to commit to at least a weekly visit. I see their point however you always here that shelters need more help and it's not like I would just pop in, I would ring in advance to see if they needed me. Starting to think I should change careers from a food technologist as I love animals and want my own hobby farm with pet cows and many dogs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leema Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 oneteaspoon - where abouts in Vic are you (approximately)? Forum members may know some small, local shelters that you may be able to assist. These shelters often need help in terms of transport (to/from vet, to/from other shelters), too, so you may be able to help in a number of ways. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesP Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 (edited) Is Coldstream too far for you? They (Animal Aid) have volunteer doggie walkers. Edited November 17, 2012 by JulesP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mantis Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Is Coldstream too far for you? They (Animal Aid) have volunteer doggie walkers. Mornington Peninsula is a long way from Coldstream. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starkehre Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 I have PMd oneteaspoon and we may be able to arrange some "up close and personals" at the very least with our Rottis. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mantis Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 I have PMd oneteaspoon and we may be able to arrange some "up close and personals" at the very least with our Rottis. :) Well done for helping a lonely doggy person. I know how hard it was for me the 2 years after I lost my Kenny, until I could get another dog. I was lucky enough to borrow the dogs from my neighbours & became the resident doggy sitter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesP Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Is Coldstream too far for you? They (Animal Aid) have volunteer doggie walkers. Mornington Peninsula is a long way from Coldstream. I know the distance. I asked if it was too far for the OP. I regularly go from that area to the Mornington Peninsula. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PuddleDuck Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Might be worth getting in touch with Julie from pacers (dol username Steve) she might know someone in your area that could use some help with their dogs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shmoo Posted November 17, 2012 Share Posted November 17, 2012 Might be worth getting in touch with Julie from pacers (dol username Steve) she might know someone in your area that could use some help with their dogs? Good idea. http://www.mdba.net.au/ is their web page Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enigma Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 I run a dog rescue group on the Peninsula and can always need help. Walking, bathing transporting. I am sure I find a dog for you to spoil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneteaspoon Posted November 21, 2012 Author Share Posted November 21, 2012 Oh Enigma, that sounds amazing! My email is [email protected] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mantis Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 I run a dog rescue group on the Peninsula and can always need help. Walking, bathing transporting. I am sure I find a dog for you to spoil WOW, that sounds perfect, I hope the OP takes you up on that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starkehre Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 I run a dog rescue group on the Peninsula and can always need help. Walking, bathing transporting. I am sure I find a dog for you to spoil WOW, that sounds perfect, I hope the OP takes you up on that. Sounds like a wonderful opportunity. Local and a win/win situation for all. Hope to see you on Sat morning, ots. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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