Yesterday was a very sad day!!!!

[new mom to a veiled]

I did not post this yesterday, I was far to upset......So here it goes.

I had to find Tyson a new home. He left yesterday afternoon. I felt like somebody has just taken one of my children away :( For those of you who don't know me very well, let me fill you in.

My husband has taken a managers position with his company, however he now lives in another city (3 hours away). I have 2 boys 8 years and 18 months. We are staying here until our house sells. I work on average 40-50 hours a week. I thought long and hard about Tyson and what I thought was right for him. I had to keep him in a crate, because he was a master destructo. With that said he was crated for long hours, which I didn't feel was fair. By the time I would get the kids home from daycare, fed, homework done, and bathed (besides the usual chores) I had very little time to spend with him (again not fair to him) I couldn't even take him out for his evening walks anymore :(

So he has now gone to live with a friend. She has another dog and a huge farm. She has a child of 9 whom just loves him to death. I feel I have made the right decision, for him (I feel like somebody has ripped my heart out) I know he will be well taken care of and spoiled rotten. I can't type anymore, because I can't see past the tears in my eyes. I do want to say an EXTRA special THANK YOU to Carmen (Beenies Mom) who called me all the way from Florida to see if I was okay....Thanks Carmen, you are a true friend!!!!!

I have decided that I will keep him in my siggy.....He will awalys have a big piece of my heart.

[cyber-sibes]

((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))
In your heart, you know you did the best thing for Tyson. If he's with a friend, perhaps you'll still be able to see him or at least heaar about him from time to time. I know, it hurts. That's how I flt when we had to find another home for my son's dog. Best of luck with everything, sounds like a busy time.

[dab_20]

I'm so sorry!! I can't imagine how sad you must be. Sounds like you did what's best for Tyson, and he'll be happy in his new home. (((hugs))) I'm sure Tyson will be forever greatful. Can you visit him every once in awhile?

[Pembroke_Corgi]

Gosh, I'm sure that was hard on you. At least you made the decision for him, and I'm sure he'll be happy in his new home. How is Thor taking it so far?

[Corinna]

You made the right descion I know it's hard .I don't think I could give my Tyson to any one but some one special. Sounds like she is. Master distructo must be the name mine is too.

[new mom to a veiled]

Thanks for the support......Yes I can see him right now he lives about 20 min away. When I move it will be different, however my family lives in this area and when I come home to visit them hopefully I can go see him too. He will ALWAYS be my dog.....Thor is pretty bummed :( He hasn't gotten off the couch much, and I think when he was out tonight he was searching for Tyson in the back yard........(That breaks my heart too)

[Toby's my baby]

I am so sorry you had to make such a decision! :( I'm positive that this is the best decision for him. I hope you get to visit him often!

[WarahGirl1995]

ohhhhhhhhhh(((((hugs)))))) oh i hope you can still see him :( your in my thoughts

[Ginger's Mom]

I am sorry to hear that you had to make such a tough decision, but glad to hear you did what you felt was best for Tyson. I am glad that you will get to see him a few times before you move. Do you think you could set up some play dates for Thor and Tyson at Tyson's new home, so that Thor will get an idea as to where Tyson is now? (That is what we did for Ginger when her friends moved a couple of miles away - she caught on pretty quick.)

[Sudilar]

Even though it is painful for you, you did what was best for Tyson. That shows true love. He sounds like he will live a wonderful life!!! You will just have to help Thor through this by lavishing love on him. That will be the hardest part because you can't explain to Thor what happened. Maybe, at the new house, there will be a next door dog that Thor can play with. Good luck. You did the right thing.

[Lori Jordan]

You poor thing i know how it is i had to do that when i was in my mid 20's i had 2 dogs and was moving into an appartment only allowed the one i had no one to help take care of my Lilly(Husky mix)very sad she went to a nice home in the country passed awhile back she was 15 i was pleased knowing that she was in a good home.

[Pawsitive Thinking]

Give yourself a HUGE pat on the back for being a thoughtful, caring and wonderful pet owner who put the welfare of their dog before their own feelings - if only everyone was like you.........

[Alysser]

It must have been so hard for you to come to this choice, but you know you made the right one. (((HUGS))) Tyson will be forever grateful that you did this. Good thoughts coming your way.

[beeniesmom]

Still hugging you from here.
I knew everyone here would understand too.

[Karen]

Sending you big hugs, and give Thor a bellyrub for me, okay?

[gini]

My heart goes out to you - what a horrible decision for you to have to make.
But it seems clear that your main concern was the welfare of Tyson.

All of us cheer you for that!

[k9krazee]

Give yourself a HUGE pat on the back for being a thoughtful, caring and wonderful pet owner who put the welfare of their dog before their own feelings - if only everyone was like you.........

Ditto.

((((Hugs)))))

[.sarah]

I'm sorry you had to make that decision. I can't imagine what you are going through. (((HUGS)))

[Lobodeb]

Awww, Shannon. My heart is breaking for you. I hope you know you did a very selfless thing for Tyson. Not many people would be willing to put aside their feelings for the sake of what's best for their dog. You are amazing.

I can feel the hurt in your post. I hope you feel better knowing that what you did is really best for him.

Thanks for the PM. I would have missed this as I'm not able to come around as much as I'd like.

[sparks19]

awww I'm so sorry. what sad news. I'm sure he will be happy there and you did the right thing for him. I hope your heart heals soon.

[Jadapit]

I'm so sorry you are feeling so down. :( What you did for Tyson was the best for him, in my eyes that is a true act of love. (((Hugs)))

[lv4dogs]

Oh Sannon, my heart aches for you & my eyes tear for you. {{MANY HUGS}} I can't imagine what you are feeling right now but please rest assured that you made the right choice for Tyson. You my friend are a VERY strong & a VERY caring person to follow through with such an act of kindness.
If you need anything, anything at all please know that I am here for you.

[Husky_mom]

I´m really sorry for you having to deal with this, but you just know as we do you did what was best fot Tyson (i sympathize cause i´ve been there too) i know how it hurts but you´ll get rewarded for putting aside yourself and thinking about him first.........((((hugs)))..........

[Muddy4paws]

Give yourself a HUGE pat on the back for being a thoughtful, caring and wonderful pet owner who put the welfare of their dog before their own feelings - if only everyone was like you.........

Well said! I cant imagine how hard it is to give away a dog but you found him what sounds like a good home! So try not to feel too bad and you will still be able to visit him?

[new mom to a veiled]

I would like to thank each and everyone of you. All your kind words have brought me great comfort and reassurance (sp?) as well as many tears. Just when I think I can't cry anymore :rolleyes: there I go again.....

I think Thor is pretty PO'd..........I came home tonight to garbage all over the house!!!!!!All I could do was laugh!!!!! Taking him by to see Tyson when he (Tyson) gets settled is a GREAT idea (thanks ;) ) No worries Thor is getting lots of loving & belly rubs (as if he wasn't spoiled enough already)

Thanks again for all the hugs, kinds words and thoughts.....It really makes me feel better, knowing I made the right choice for him....

[zoomer]

I just saw your signature and started going crazy, my heart was beating really fast and I was saying aloud "What? What? What happened the Tyson?" I thought he died. OMG I'm glad he didn't die. I am soooo sorry he had to leave you though, it must be really tough for you. (((hugs)))

[K9karen]

Give yourself a HUGE pat on the back for being a thoughtful, caring and wonderful pet owner who put the welfare of their dog before their own feelings - if only everyone was like you.........

TRIPLE DITTO!
As painful as your decision was,know that he'll be loved to pieces, have lots of room to run and play and will never forget you either. You sound like a great mom and wife who needs a few more hours in the day! Whew! Who says dogs don't "get even'? Hmmmmm. good job with the garbage, Thor! :D :D :p

[jesse_3]

Give yourself a HUGE pat on the back for being a thoughtful, caring and wonderful pet owner who put the welfare of their dog before their own feelings - if only everyone was like you.........
Ditto!

You are such a great person to consider your pups feelings before your own. I am glad that You can laugh, and that Thor is helping you out. Whenever you feel like crying, just give Thor a big hug, and he will give you lots of love;)
Steph, Jes, and Jemi'