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Have you ever had to tell your children their beloved pet is a "poor fit" for your family?

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Originally Posted by Kirsten View Post
I'm not a dog expert, but this doesn't seem cut and dried to me. I'd get a second opinion if you think it will be really emotionally damaging for your kids.
yeah - also not a dog expert - but yawning, turning the head to the side and even a few air snaps does not mean the dog will bite. Yes, they are doggy warnings - but just that - warnings. A snap is almost a good thing, the dog is able to tell you "get out of my face" without biting.
 
Thank you for the update.

If you do decide to keep the dog, may I suggest you put the dog somewhere safe when there are other kids in the house?

While my kids (who are quite a bit older than yours) have finally gotten the message of "we do not get in dogs faces" - their friends are clueless.

A few months ago I caught a 12 year old (who loves the dog, btw) straddling him. UM, not OK!

For my sanity, and the safety of both child-visitors and dog, I put him in my room when need be.

Just a tip!

Kathy
 
I get rehoming one dog. Life happens.

I also get trying again, and it still not working......

But after that there is no way I would get another dog.

I think repeatedly getting rid of pets is a horrible thing to do to children. Not only are giving them something to love and then taking it awy from them, but you are teaching them pets are disposable.
 
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