Ginger has gone on to a new home.

[K9karen]

You'll get no criticism from me. I'm a firm believer that an owner knows their dog best, and knows what's best to make their dog happy. Who wants an unhappy dog? The goal is to live peacefully and happily together as a family.

Betty Boop is beautiful and Ginger looks thrilled already! I hope since Ginger is now with a member of your family, you'll be able to see her. There's no way for you to have known the future when you got Ginger, and every dog, as we know, as a distinct personality.

My bet is that Ginger will be ecstatic with a new playmate and a huge yard! Here's to a long, healthy and wonderful life for Ginger!

[shais_mom]

goldens are high energy puppies - that are puppies for awhile.
I'm sure she will be much happier in her new home.
It sounds too me she might be a good candidate for search and rescue work giving that she passes the health test.

[AdoreMyDogs]

I'm so sorry Missy, Paul, Tyler and Austin I totally understand, but I know how hard this was for you. It was very brave of you to realize Ginger might be happier somewhere else, and that you didn't have the time necessary for such a furry bundle of energy. She truly was an energetic dog. I'm glad she has a pup to play with, but most of all, I'm glad Boomer is safe.

I was so worried when you told me how crazy agressive she was towards Boomer, and that she obviously wanted to kill him. I was so worried about Boomer and how hard it would be for your boys if one of them happened to witness the horrendous event, had she ever gotten a hold of Boomer. That worried me a lot. Dogs who hate cats that much really should have a cat-free home. That is not your fault, none of this is your fault. You did everything you're supposed to do with her, you trained her, gave her direction, gave her love, good food, socialiation, and she still wanted to kill Boomer. I really think you did the right thing for yourselves and most of all, for Boomer.

I'm here for you if you ever need to talk. Again I'm so sorry

[Karen]

Oh, Missy, sending you great big hugs. I am sure this was a difficult decision for everyone, but it sounds like it was the right decision for Ginger and for your family. At some point, perhaps you can get a dog that is cat-friendly and can get along with Boomer, and not cause you so much worry. A prey drive is a powerful thing, and that worry would always have been there.

I know you love her, and wanted the best for her, and no one here will think any less of you for this decision. And at her new house, she'll have the advantage of a "big sister" who can not only help use up some of that energy, but who can *thump* her when she gets out of line, and teach her how to be a good dog as she grows.

[RockyRoad]

I`m so sorry to hear that things did not work out for you, for Boomer, or for sweet Ginger. However, I`m very glad to hear that she has a new home where you will still be able to be a part of her life. It sounds like she will be happy in her new home and that you have done the best thing for her. As Karen said, no one is going to think less of you for this. I for one would never dream of criticizing you for what you have done. It was a great, selfless thing. {{hugs}}

[carole]

You had a hard call to make, and you made it, it sounds perfect to me, the best solution out for Ginger and your family, and you can still get to see Ginger whenever you want i gather.

It sounds like Ginger is going to be very happy,so good on you for seeing things the way they were and taking positive action to ensure Ginger's happiness and well being.

Buttercup i understand what you are saying, but i think you are being way to judgemental on this issue, I mean it is not like Ginger is going somewhere like a shelter, she will be perfectly happy where she is, and i guess they will have learned by the experience, we all make mistakes don't we?