BELLA90 Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 Do they exist? Our situation: My partner is from the UK. We originally planned to travel to the uk and spend a couple of months over the Christmas break to spend with his family and do a little travelling. He has received news that his step father is very ill, and he would like to spend as much time with him as possible in case of the worst. The doctors have told him he has 12 months, fingers crossed he fights it and it isn't the case but it's not looking good. We have a 9 month old boxer girl and a 5yo amstaff. We would never dream of rehoming either permanently, as they are part of our family, my mother is going to care for the older amstaff girl, as she has known her her whole life and I know she will be safe with her. Our problem is Nala, our boxer. My mum cannot look after both as she just does not have the room with having two of her own dogs. I have looked into boarding (so expensive and do not want her in a boarding environment for that amount of time, especially at her age) and have also looked into at home carers (also ranging from $25 a night up to $65 a night, so just not suitable). I'm thinking of maybe trying the foster groups, but I would hate to take away a Foster family for a dog in need for our own needs. Do you guys have any suggestions? The biggest problem is that we aren't exactly sure how long we will be away, it could be three months or it could be a year. It all depends on how his stepfathers health is. We have tried our friends, all of which have too many dogs of their own or just don't have the right backyard that is safe and secure. And being a boxer, she has the typical boxer goofiness and energy that they are so loved for! So we don't want her cooped up in a tiny space. Is there any companies or websites that offer long term carers? We we are more than happy to pay, but would have to be a reasonable fee as it could be for so long. Also we will supply all food, any vet expenses during the time she is there, she is fully insured and vaccinated/wormed/microchipped. All we are looking for is for someone to love and care for her and treat her as their own until we return. Please se let me know any suggestions you may have. And Thankyou for taking the time to read. Photo attached is of Nala, abit of an old photo, she's a lot bigger now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottsmum Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 You could try a house sitter. Or contact some of the csrers you looked st & explain its 12 months & see what they say. I used to pet sit, i couldn't have done 12 months but it cod be worth asking. Another (long shot) could be to ask your vet if tgey know a family who might take her on for a short while or try your breeder & see uf they can help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen15 Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 I was going to suggest house sitter as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BELLA90 Posted September 1, 2017 Author Share Posted September 1, 2017 Unfortunately a house sitter is not an option due to us ending our lease 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juice Posted September 1, 2017 Share Posted September 1, 2017 Can you contact her breeder? or try some boxer FB pages? My neighbors have an elderly BC they are looking after, was supposed to only be for 12 months while they got posted overseas, 3 years later the dog is still with them, the owners pay for all her meds etc and come visit when they come back to Oz , so it can be done, they just knew my neighbor from walking the dogs at the same place everynight and just asked. You really need boxer savvy people . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dogsfevr Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 i guess the question is what do you consider a reasonable fee and what are your expectations of anyone looking after her during that time . Long term care is actually more time consuming than short term especially the first part if the dog frets badly . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loving my Oldies Posted September 2, 2017 Share Posted September 2, 2017 You could try PAWS & Recover. They find foster carers for people who might be in crisis, hospital, etc etc. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starkehre Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 A 5 month old Boxer is likely going to be considerably full of beans, a real handful and will require significant training and socialization. I would imagine if she is only cared for with a bare minimum attitude you will not like the dog you return to. You will need to add to your requirements that she will need constant socialization (introductions to different environment and social situations in a calm and controlled manner) as well as ongoing basic life skill training at minimum. I wish you all the very best in your search, but have a feeling it is going to be too expensive for you and potentially best for her to be rehomed. I know you don't want to consider this, but I doubt you will find a better option. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
persephone Posted September 3, 2017 Share Posted September 3, 2017 (edited) On 02/09/2017 at 0:42 AM, BELLA90 said: All we are looking for is for someone to love and care for her and treat her as their own until we return. .. and that is a very BIG ask , both for carers and pup . She will learn new habits/modes of communicating... she will mature in the care of others .At 9 mths - she has a lot of maturing to do ... for a couple/few months care , she may stay 'your girl' - for 12 mths - she will not be the same girl you left behind. As wisely stated, you need boxer-savvy people !! these people will then give her their hearts to stomp on with goofy boxer paddles , to dribble on - and they will face a wrench when they need to give her back You also need people who will educate her well - how will you know this ? Gosh, it's so very hard I couldn't do it ... Heartwrenching as it is , rehoming to selected ,lovely people will need to be considered , so then it won't matter if she learns to do xxxxx, or forgets yyyyyy, if she becomes a bench surfer, or loves stinky dead possums .... I hope it works as you wish - and I hope time with your F_I_L is longer and happier than first thought ... Edited September 4, 2017 by persephone 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scottsmum Posted September 4, 2017 Share Posted September 4, 2017 (edited) I think you've been given some really sensible advice here ( I kind of glossed over her age originally). But I do wonder if she could go to your mum with some extra support? Eg could you pay for a walker for the dogs even your 2 one day and her 2 the next to help take the load off? Edited September 4, 2017 by Scottsmum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mjosa Posted September 4, 2017 Share Posted September 4, 2017 I agree with two previous posters, to find a good home for her, she is young and full of beans and it would be a very big ask to expect someone to take her on for an indeterminable time, I look after dogs from time to time and a month was the longest I did that for and I must say as much as I loved them I really was glad to see them go home, it is just so much extra work even with a calm adult and I do stress out a bit that nothing happens too them during their time with me. Please seriously think about the rehome option, I certainly would not take on looking after a puppy for such a long time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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