LOOKING 4 A RED CHOWCHOW

IAM LOOKING 4 A RED CHOWCHOW IN FL.

 

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Jacksonville FL is where iam looking 4 one

 

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it has to be in Jax fl or i cant get it

 

LOL. Not too picky, are you? Why does it have to be red? Why does it have to be a Chow? Why can't you go get it from a different city? If you are limited in your ability to travel, then will you be able to get a dog to the vet when needed? What about emergencies? Can you afford to feed a dog?

If you are sure a Chow is for you, then search petfinder. Google for local rescues. Be willing to wait until the right dog comes along.

 

because my other chow has medical problem where he cant be left alone and i just lost my other red chow of 10yrs.

 

I'm sorry for your loss. Do realize, though, that a new Chow will not act the same as the one you lost. Try contacting these guys in the North Florida Chow Chow Club: http://www.floridachowchowclub.com/. Their membership extends to Jacksonville.

 

no the vet seid my other dog would be happier because he cant be alone he ether has to have another animal or human with him at all times

 

you don't want to leave 2 dogs who don't know each other alone together all day - that would be just asking for problems.
I wouldn't rely on a new dog to keep an older existing dog company during the day.
Maybe you could hire a petsitter to come in and check on your dog a couple of times a day.
It would be horrible to get a new dog and have the existing dog and new dog not get along - especially with your existing dog having health problems. And if you got a puppy chances are good it would add to your older dog's stress elevating health issues.
Best of luck with your search -

 

Nobody asked me to put my two cents worth in -- but here it is anyway

I agree with Mary -- If your 10yr old is in poor health, a puppy could certainly add stress to your senior and to you!

I hope too that you aren't thinking about introducing a grown dog into your home. One of the dogs is going to want to be the alpha -- that can take some time to sort out. And the sorting process can get pretty ugly!
Just read some of the posts on this board.

I rarely will contradict the advice from a vet -- but in your case samson, either you have misinterpreted your vets suggestion, or you just got some bad advice.

You mentioned that you just lost a dog. Maybe your old boy just needs some time to adjust to his new solitary life. Maybe you could arrange to spend a little more time with him until he adjusts --- afterall -- he has given you 10 good years and it sounds like you will go to great lengths to help him. Then maybe after 6 months or a year, you can re-evaluate his behavior and make a better decision as to whether or not he would benefit from a companion. Speaking of compainions, have you thought of a kitten for him? There's a lot less maintainance with a kitty.

Good luck,

 

Sorry for you loss.

I see where your coming from Samson but I agree with Mary and Herman. What is your dog condition? Is it anxiety based? (I cant think of anything else that would require having another dog).

Im wondering if your thinking that if the dog is the same type and colour as the dog you recently lost it will make it 'easier' for the dog you still have, there are some dogs that do get along better with a certain breed or at the other end there can be certain breeds that one dog just will not tolerate. However your existing dog will absolutely know that a new dog is not the same as the buddy he just lost.

Have you thought about adopting an older rescue though? Maybe you could set something up with the rescue centre to take your dog there and see if there are some dogs he gets along with, similar age and size might reduce the chances of any conflicts arising.

Again, sorry for your loss and I hope you find a companion for your dog and yourself.

 

I, too, am wondering what sort of "health condition" requires the presence of another dog. The only thing I can think of is separation anxiety, but that's not a health condition - it's a behavior issue.

With separation anxiety, SOMETIMES the addition of another dog will help. Sometimes it does not. If you want to try it, I would be more concerned with finding a dog that your current dog likes, rather than having a specific sort of dog in mind and hoping it works.

There's nothing wrong with introducing an adult dog if you don't want a puppy (or your current dog can't handle a puppy). But you do have to be careful that they are compatible, and I wouldn't leave them loose together until they have really got to know each other (several months probably). For example, I crate all of my fosters when I leave the house, even if they are housetrained. This just avoids any potential problems or fights when I am not there to supervise.

Good luck to you, and if it is separation anxiety that is the problem, there are many things you can do besides getting another dog. Please write back if you want some ideas.

 

im thinking that if you want company for your older dog, a puppy or older dog may not be the best choice. had you thought of a kitten though? the kitten may not be inclined to play as rough as a puppy would. i know that my old dog and cat had formed a wonderful bond, and could constantly be found playing (even though my dog was about 13) or laying together.