HELP and please dont yell at me

[FishPish]

I feel like crap and I have cried a long time over this.
We live on a farm and we are neighbors to 2 other farms. One has chickens. Boots discovered them sometime back but he had not killed any. Recently he began to find ways to escape and kill them. He has killed a lot. I have locked him up as well as chaining him which I totally dont like to do. We have worked on this for months. He is a farm dog and farm dogs roll in the mud and play with kids and watch the grounds. When the neighbors caught boots at it they decided to warn us that he would get shot or poisoned if it happened again. I am beside myself. I am in the process of trying to find him an appropriate non chicken home. Fisher never tries this. I feel so bad cause I adore my dog but I dont want anything to happen to him. I watch him like a hawk and never let him have any freedom without me in arms length but it is no way for him to live! If you have any ideas of who might love him and appreciate him that I could trust please let me know. I want him to have a loving home with a fenced yard and someone who will love him and play with him. He is an awesome dog he just loves chicken nuggets! I feel like a crappy owner. Please let me know if you know anyone close to Lewisburg, TN.

Please help and dont get mad at me.

[bunnybutts]

I wont yell... I understand your problem. We lived on a farm when I was growing up and one thing all farmers wont tolerate from anyone's dog (no matter how loveable, cute, purebreed or mutt) is one who kills their livestock. And I can see how you would worry all the time for his safety.

Wishing you good luck in finding Boots a safe home.

[mtoy]

Oh, poor you and Boots! I feel for you. I grew up in a farming area and no, it's not tolerated. I'm so sorry you have to go through this. I really hope you find a good solution for all involved.

[FishPish]

Thanks I appreciate it. I just know sometimes folks get upset and think it is bad. I just want so bad to make sure he is happy.

[CorgiMum]

Could you fence off a section of your property that he would be free to run in?

[Jespah]

If you know you have no other choice, you can try getting in touch with these folks. Believe it or not, they currently have a tri-colour named Boots up for adoption.

http://www.pembrokecorgirescue.com/

What about his breeder??

[CorgiMum]

That's right, breeder's contacts (usually?) stipulate that they are to be notified if the dog is to be rehomed.

[glencorgi]

Just a few questions so as to know how to best offer advice and options.

As has been asked, is fencing an area off an option for you?

Also mentioned, have you contacted his breeder about helping in re-homing him or perhaps he/she will take him back? That's just what Breeders do.

Where is Lewisburg? I know rescue contacts in eastern, middle and even out Memphis way.

Debbie

[glencorgi]

If you know you have no other choice, you can try getting in touch with these folks. Believe it or not, they currently have a tri-colour named Boots up for adoption.

http://www.pembrokecorgirescue.com/

Those folks are the Corgi Rescue list via the list owner; filling out a request form wouldn't hurt.

Debbie

[disraeli ears]

Sorry to hear about you and Boots's situation - good luck.

[FishPish]

I think we may have a great home already!!!!! A lady at work has a daughter who just lost her dog and needs a new baby to love on.

[LoveMySadie]

I think we may have a great home already!!!!! A lady at work has a daughter who just lost her dog and needs a new baby to love on.


Oh, I hope this works out for everyone! Please let us know....

Leslie

[Jespah]

I hope for Boots sake and yours that this is the answer - I'm sure you would feel so much better knowing you could possibly see him. Just be careful the daughter doesn't just take him because she is hurting - she should know about Corgis - yes, they are dogs, but they have their pros and cons to suit people's lifestyles. You only want him to have to go to one new home. Fingers crossed!!!

[Kassie]

Oh my, how awful for both of you! We'll keep our fingers crossed for a quick and GOOD solution for all involved!

[ZdogZ]

That's horrible for you and Boots. I'd rather see him go to a good home than to get shot or poisoned. Please keep us updated on what happens.

[Penutsma]

Where is Lewisburg? I know rescue contacts in eastern, middle and even out Memphis way.

Debbie

Halfway between Nashville and the Alabama state line.

[glencorgi]

Okay, have some resources that way if they might be needed. Hopefully the home will work out.

Debbie

[Penutsma]

I contacted David (Bubba) this evening, as I remembered that he had been talking about getting a companion corgi for Bubba. He wrote me back that he has already contacted her about this.....if things work out, Bubba may have a companion to play with. If not, then it wasn't meant to be.

[MissGambler's+Mojo'sMommy]

Deb made a wonderful comment, make sure the person you are considering researches Corgis. It would REALLY hurt Boots to have to be rehomed again if things did not work out, and Corgis(and every other breed) are not for everyone, it has to be a good match, no matter how much they want a dog. I hope everything works out for the best.

[corgiland]

I am really sorry to hear about this and hope so much that everything turns out okay for all concerned.....

[glencorgi]

Deb made a wonderful comment, make sure the person you are considering researches Corgis. It would REALLY hurt Boots to have to be rehomed again if things did not work out,

In all sincerity, not as much as you think. They are incredibly resilient and he is a young boy. Rescue resources will still be available as a safety net, just in case.

Debbie

[MissGambler's+Mojo'sMommy]

Yes, Debbie, very true, and luckily rescue agencies would still work with them, but you did know what I meant :SMILE:.

[FishPish]

I am hoping all works out too but I did tell her if he wasnt a perfect match to bring him back so I could take him to a rescue organization. Luckily her last dog was a herding breed and actually much bigger. SHe said her only problem with her last dog was he was too big for her place so she wants the same type of mentality in a smaller package so I am hoping all is gonna go great. Everyone pray. At least this way I can still see my boy and I can check on him without feeling like I am stalking him! :)

[Merlincorgi]

I have my fingers crossed that all works out well for everyone. Good luck!

[CorgiMum]

Fingers and paws crossed that everything works out well.

[FishPish]

SHe just met him and he went with her like he had always known her. She is so nice and I gave her my number so if anything doesnt work out I will know. I told her to bring him right back if it wasnt perfect. She loved all over him and bought him all sorts of fun stuff so I think it is gonna be ok.

[Jespah]

Oh good - let's all hope that this was meant to be for all of you.

I'm sure it must have been hard for you even though you found a good answer.

Deb

[FishPish]

Thanks it was. I couldnt even cry cause I teach high school and I didnt want them to see me fall apart. I will after school while chowing on ice cream to make me feel better! it stunk. I knew I was doing the right thing but it was horrible.

[mtoy]

Oh that must have been so hard, but it sounds like a good match. I do hope they love each other for a very long time.

+FUZZHUG+

[Merlincorgi]

+HUGGLES+

This is one time I have definitely been in your shoes and I know how much it stinks. I cried for a few days when I had to send Cheyenne back to FL to live with my father. It helps though when you can see them from time to time and know they are okay. *hugs*

[ZdogZ]

+FUZZHUG+ I'm so sorry that this had to happen. I will say a prayer that this all works out for all involved.

[FishPish]

You guys are awesome! I am waiting to hear how the first night went. Poor Fish looked for his brother and stayed right with me all night to make sure mommy was ok.

[CorgiMum]

Hope that everything went well last night and today.

[MVons]

Oh my how could anyone be mad at you. I'm typing between tears because I remember how you worked on keeping him on the deck etc. Corgis are determined breeds. So happy it sounds like you found a good home fast. Keeps neighbor relations better too.

You know they have come out with rattle snake aversion training. Well I think they need chicken aversion training.

Glad Fish is there for you.

[FishPish]

You guys have been great! Boots is doing really well now. He is a couch potato with his new mommy. SHe is a single momma to him which means he gets all the love. I could not have hoped for a better place for him. She thinks he is great and I am thrilled! FIsher has adapted well. He seems to have fixated all his love on me which is great for me and has helped me heal. I think all are happier now. :CUTE:

[Merlincorgi]

How absolutely wonderful! That's the best news... sometimes it really is for the best to rehome a dog and this seems like maybe it was one of those times. SO glad you stumbled into a great home for him.

[CorgiMum]

Sounds like everyone is very happy, that's great!!+CTHUMB+

[MVons]

Such a happy ending - makes my day.

[colbycorgi]

glad it worked out for you and your puppers....i know it was a hard decision to make but at least this way everyone is well cared for....

[ZdogZ]

I'm so glad that hear that Boots is doing great in his new home! That's wonderful. I've been wondering how things were going for him and you. It has got to be such a relief for you that he's doing good.

[Jane Austen]

Being the recipient of Duchess when she needed to be rehomed. I can tell you that everyday I think of the woman who had to give her up. Dogs are resilient, more so than we are. Duchess bonding with me is a credit to her previous owner. I never met the lady who trained and loved my girl.

You are grieving and it might not seem to be fair, although you know Boots has a great home and lots of love. Both the giver and reciever win in this case. Boots will be in visiting range and his new owner can ask you all the questions about his history that I am not able to ask of Duchess's past owner. His new mom will bless you for all that work that went into raising a super dog. Jane

[corgiland]

So glad that this has all worked out well.....

[Jespah]

Jane - thank you for your input as the recipient of a rehomed dog. You are right that being accessible to answer questions about him may help his new owner.

[disraeli ears]

I am glad to hear that Boots is having a good time at his new home. :SMILE: And it's good that you can still see him.

[FishPish]

Thanks all. I was so worried that you guys might come down on me. I had a friend who had to rehome a cocker spaniel due to child allergies and she was on a board of folks who were cocker lovers. They freaked on her. Telling her she should have thought of that before getting the dog - (the dog was around before the kid). They sent her ugly emails about how unfair it was. I was scared to death about what you might think of me. Thanks again for being so great to me through this.

[Jespah]

No one here knows what could happen in their lives that would cause them to have to make a decision like you had to. You found Boots a good new home - considering the alternative if you'd kept him - you did the best you could for him. I don't think anyone could fault you for that.

Love your new name by the way. :WINK:

Deb

[Fluffypants]

What a horrible decision to have to make! I'm glad Boots is loving his new home. +HUGGLES+

[FishPish]

THanks guys. You all have been awesome!

[Kassie]

I'm glad it has worked out for everyone! Many people wouldn't have put the care, lthought and love into all of this as you have. +WUBCLUB+

[FishPish]

Everyone seems to be happy so far but Boots has developed a new skill. SHe bought him a wire kennel to keep him him at home when she was at work. He has figured out how to bust out! He can jimmy the door sometimes! SHe comes home and there he is at the door! If he doesnt get it sprung he actually walks the whole crate to the door. We dont know how but he does! She told us that she came home with the whole thing butted up against the door waiting on her! How wild is that!

[Jespah]

Sounds like he misses her - maybe a babygate keeping him in an area like the kitchen would be better for him. :SMILE:

Deb

[mtoy]

Did you keep him crated while you were gone? Maybe something similar to what you did, if possible. What a silly little stinker - I've heard of dogs breaking out, it seems impossible but it's really not. Maybe he just wants some chicken?

[FishPish]

Yep same crate and all he just figured out to move it around and get out. I cant believe he walked it through an apartment to find the door! How goofy!

[MVons]

This needs to be marketed! A crate that a dog can get excellent exercise in!

I like your new log in name.

[Kassie]

What a hoot! Aine was busting out for a while, we think it was team work with maeve on the outside and Aine inside. We had to use a child cabinet lock on the crate. but walking it to the door???!!!:SHOCKED::BIGLAUGH:

Would leaving the TV on help her?

[glencorgi]

:BIGGRIN" I've seen that action. Depending upon the type of latch on the crate, some of them can be flipped up, moved and they're out! +JIGGY+ Bouncing against the door, can jar the latch loose as well, plus it moves the crate. So if he's jumping on the door or sides, that's how he's walking the crate. The suggestion to leave the TV or a radio on for him is a good idea.

Debbie

[FishPish]

I will pass that along. Thanks :)