Help a Dog?

SeaShell · #1 03-19-2008, 03:33 AM

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Originally Posted by StirCrazy

as much as I like dogs and such, one has to wonder if the surgery is worth it or is it time to put the dog down and get a new one. I was faced with a operation on a cat I used to have and spent the money.. now I love cats and dogs and when I have them they are part of my family but the reality is they are a pet and I have decided I will never spend that kind of money for "Quality of life" issues again. in the end I don't fell it is worth it.

Steve

I'd probably think the same thing, Steve, if this was a 20 year old dog. But this dog should be in his prime and deserves a chance. Borders are SUCH nice dogs......

Telford · #2 03-19-2008, 04:02 AM

Ok, i'll be the jerk. It's irks me when people have pets when they can't afford them. As anyone that owns or has owned a dog knows, there is inevitably going to be expenses above and beyond the bowl of food you put down for him each day. They are a 'luxury' item and should only be kept if you can afford them and if you are prepared to put up some $$$ when (not if) it's required.

michika · #3 03-19-2008, 04:16 AM

This thread isn't to debate dog ownership, or your personal choices with your pet's life when faced with questions like quality of life. Its about asking for bottles so a woman, who clearly sounds like she is doing her best and then some, can do what she feels is best for her dog. I don't want to see this thread shut down, but I think this is crossing into politics, and I believe that is against the UA. Please don't make the mods close the thread.

Jason McK · #4 03-19-2008, 04:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Telford

Ok, i'll be the jerk. It's irks me when people have pets when they can't afford them. As anyone that owns or has owned a dog knows, there is inevitably going to be expenses above and beyond the bowl of food you put down for him each day. They are a 'luxury' item and should only be kept if you can afford them and if you are prepared to put up some $$$ when (not if) it's required.

this thread isn't about if she can afford a pet or not. It's about a brother helping his sister not stretch herself too thin. He is not going to Kelowna to collect your empties. So I don't think your post has a place in this thread.

Start a new thread if you want to debate the 'pet as a luxury' thing

Aquattro · #5 03-19-2008, 04:46 AM

Yes, this thread is looking for donations of bottles, cans or cash if you can help out. If you wish to debate pet ownership, or other dog related debates, I can suggest a couple of good dog boards. Please stay on topic. Thanks

EmilyB · #6 03-19-2008, 06:55 AM

Or you can go help me fighting the "put a collar on the dog so it can't scratch it's open wounds anymore" on RDO...sheesh...