Need Advice on Finnegan *UPDATE POST #21*

[binka_nugget]

Just a thought, perhaps try posting on the AgilCan yahoo group? It's the unofficial official () Agility Association of Canada list. Some of Canada's top trainers are on that list.. who knows.

[AllAmericanPUP]

For a high energy BC pup i would say 8 hours in a crate is probably not fair to him at all.

But like others said, most people's dogs are left in a crate for 8 hours a day. The average dog owner generally has a full time job where they can't be at home with the dog.

When I was working my dogs would be in their crates from 6:30 AM til 5:45 PM on a normal 10 hour day and longer if we worked more hours.

It's not the best situation but they deffinately didn't suffer and got plenty of exercise when I was home.

Obviously we'd all love to find great homes for dogs where they aren't left alone alot but if the "worst" thing about a potential home is that the dog will spend 8 hours a day in a crate....then i'd say they are a pretty good home to adopt to, maybe a high energy puppy wouldn't be suitable but I'm sure you could find them an adult that would suit their family

[Alysser]

Honestly, Jess, it would be fine for some dogs. Sassy LOVED her crate and did not mind it in the least bit. She slept in it willingly more then her bed, etc. BUT she was NOT an active dog in the least bit either. But for a high-energy dog who needs stimulation it would NOT be a good idea. Did you ask the lady if she would participate in agility or flyball with him? I mean, if she was willing to take him to the dog park after work, really long walks, etc and on the weekends take him to flyball or agility then I would consider it but you can't totally trust she will do this. If I were you I'd do some serious questioning and if she still appears to be iffy on the idea then don't persue it any further.

[BC_MoM]

I know some dogs can do it. But Finn is not "some dogs". He was feral, and hates being alone. He needs a canine companion, as well as someone home enough for him. A home that crates him from 8-4 would NOT be good for him.

This thread was about whether or not it was good for him... not dogs in general.

Anyway, it looks like Finnegan may be going to a Search And Rescue home. I'll update more later.