what? rehome misty? NO WAY

**rizzy** · 02-21-2005, 10:26 PM

I also agree with what caseysmom said. I really hope everything works our for you and Misty.

**caseysmom** · 02-21-2005, 10:39 PM

Originally posted by cali
the thing is I do everything with Misty in the first place, my mom feeds her and that it, aanything else she does with Misty is totally volintary and she asks me first! she appears to have calmed down now, I hope it will pass, if I remeber right she threatend to get rid of happy before too, not because she was trouble but fogered Happy would be happier on a farm or something, I was terrified that I would come home one day and Happy would not be there, and now I am going through that same fear again with Misty that I will come home from school and Misty will be gone, it will settle my mind a little that I am only at school for 2 hours at a time. but the only thing that happens when she does this is make me extremly untrusting of her,I already dont trust her du to an incident several years ago but this just breaks the little trust I did have in her

Having you come home to find your dog rehomed would be very cruel...I bet it doesn't come to that ....sounds to me like she was in a bad mood.

**kt_luvs_kitties** · 02-22-2005, 01:36 AM

I hope Misty gets to stay. My mother says the same thing about my kitty Squeeks, BUT I just try to let it blow over. Good luck sweetie

**cali** · 02-22-2005, 07:16 AM

i will kill her!

lisa, the owner of Happys sis, just sent me something she found on a message board, posted by...my MOM.

High energy female, intact, smooth coat Border Collie, excellent
temperament. Two years old, 18", already trained for flyball, runs
reliably, FDX, expect will go faster than current 4.2 as she gains
confidence. Partially trained in agility, doing well. Very friendly,
no issues. Located in Saskatchewan, Canada. This is NOT a rescue
situation, just not enough time available for this very high energy
dog, and in the best interests of the dog, checking if there might
be a better home available.
Johanne

**swimma253** · 02-22-2005, 07:44 AM

Oh No! I really hope you get to keep poor Misty! Maybe you can try to talk things over with your mom!

**Jods** · 02-22-2005, 07:50 AM

Oh NO!! I'm so sorry. You really need to sit and talk to your mom before something happens. I really don't know what to say if your dad is on your side go to him maybe you can both go to her... I really am sorry I hope Misty stays with you.

**cali** · 02-22-2005, 07:53 AM

my dad does not really have any influence, as my parents are seperated, and my mom is not one to listen to my dad, my dad who told me not to worry about it, not worry about it? and how does he suppose I do that when I find out she is already posting up notices to rehome her!

**lute** · 02-22-2005, 09:11 AM

what a terrible situation!

i hope it works out and you get to keep Misty.

i have been unfortinate twice in these kind of situations.

first on was my st.bernard my dad took while i was in the shower and DROPPED HER OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE!!!

the second was my GSD/malamute cross. he took her back to the people that gave her to me as a christmas gift. i felt so bad because those people were always very good to me. like a second family and when christmas came around that dog was the only thing they could give me for christmas. they were very poor people.

**Dot** · 02-22-2005, 09:59 AM

Would your schedule allow you to take on even Misty's feeding? Then your mom wouldn't have to do anything for her.

Could you sign up for some intensive behaviour sessions for Misty? If she could be trained to respond immediately to commands such as "stay", "sit", etc. (if she doesn't already), maybe your mom would find it easier to live with her. Also, some really cute tricks, done perfectly by Misty, might impress your mom and show her what a smart dog you have.

If you're really afraid Misty is going to be rehomed in spite of everything you try, do you have a friend nearby that could foster her for you for a couple of months, as a last resort? At least you'd know where she was, and could visit her and help care for her until you could get her back. I guess your dad can't take her, or you would have tried that already.

Good luck! I hope something works out for you and Misty.

**Dixieland Dancer** · 02-22-2005, 10:09 AM

I'm sorry your mom is threatening to break you and Misty apart. Perhaps you can do something to make the situation better though. Talk to mom and find out what it is specifically she doesn't like about Misty and then work to correct that behavior. You can perhaps strike a deal with her that whatever it is that bothers her will be corrected in 6 months time or so.

I'm not sure how old Misty is or if she has ever had any formal obedience training or not. Perhaps if you spent the time to take her to a formal class it would show your mom that you are serious about keeping her and will do anything for her.

My first dog was a Beagle/Dauchsund mix and my dad didn't like it either until I showed him that I was serious and took it to training classes. I was in 10th grade at the time and we still talk about it some 30 years later and talk about how that was the turning point for him. It was also the turning point for me becuase that is how I got started in dog training and I'm still doing it all these years later!

I hope this works out for you and Misty.

**dukedogsmom** · 02-22-2005, 10:35 AM

I am at a loss for words. I honestly don't know what to say. My parents would never have done anything that cruel to me or an animal. I would try to find a friend that could keep her until you can get the you-know-what out of there. Is there any way you can live with your dad?

**Toby's my baby** · 02-22-2005, 10:36 AM

OMG, that is terrible!! Is there anyway Misty could live with your dad for a few months? Or maybe a friend or something? I really hope thing turn around, for the best, I hope your mom will change her mind. Keep us updated.

**cali** · 02-22-2005, 10:36 AM

Misty already knows a ton of cute tricks she is proficient in flyball, agility, frisbee, and a little freestyle. she has all basic commands down pat. for feeding my mom just feed Misty and Happy at the same time she feeds her dogs. she hands them all there food and I let them all outside after they eat and if my mom does not have time I make there breakfast, and I feed them all their supper if my mom is to tired or something. oh and Misty is 2 years old. I asked lisa for the link to the board my mom posted on, I joined and replied saying

"this dog is NOT available, and this was posted behind the back of me, the owner of this dog

Shayna and Misty(who is not going anywhere)"

I also talked to my mom this morning, she was not upset in the slightest just acted as if nothing was wrong with her doing that, threatning is one thing buy actually posting to a rescue board saying she is available behind my back is a whole nuther thing.

**cali** · 02-22-2005, 10:39 AM

I only have 2 frineds nearby steph and kat, steph has shadow and Misty and shadow dont get along, which is one of the reasons she is their in the first place, and kat has a cat. my dad cant take her because his apartment does not allow dogs.

**aly** · 02-22-2005, 10:42 AM

Are any Canadian pet talkers located anywhere near you? Someone who would be willing to foster her until you're out of school and take on full responsibility of Misty?