may be getting new pal early

[k9krazee]

We got Micki & Mini from an ad in the paper. They don't look like the breed they are supposed to be, Micki is riddled with health problems (allergies, kidney issues, ear infections, chronic back pain, etc) and has a horrible temperament. We lucked out with Mini, because despite being a poor example of a JRT look and temperament wise she is pretty healthy and has a stable temperament.

Be very very careful. They may look cute and cuddly but they likely haven't had generations of dogs in their line health tested and they are the product of two dogs that lived together or were thrown together. No thought about the structure or temperament of the pups.

You would be much better off going to a shelter or rescue and getting a dog that way you know exactly what you are getting. Or spending about $1000 at a reputable breeder where you have a better chance of getting a good example of the breed you are looking for.

Please be careful of spur of the moment decisions. We snatched Micki and Mini up within minutes of meeting them because they were too cute. We didn't ask very many questions and RED FLAG they wouldn't let us see their mom because she wasn't very friendly. We should have researched more and walked away and thought about it. Would have saved us thousands of dollars in vet care and lots and lots of issues.

Good luck!

[Taz_Zoee]

I agree with what everyone else has said above. But in reference to it being too soon.....we got Zoee about 3 weeks after we had to let our Cocker Spaniel go to the bridge. In those few weeks we knew we needed a dog to complete the house. We missed looking out the door and seeing him, or opening the door to the garage and him greeting us. (Yes, he was an outdoor dog. Bruce learned his lesson on that.) But since DJ was his dog, I let it be up to him if and when we got another dog. He was actually ready two weeks after. It just took us a week to find Zoee.

You just have to remember that a new pup will not replace Fritz. But it will help your heart heal.