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That is too bad. I've been told smaller dogs are the first ones to get adopted so they must go fast.
thanks for all the replies - the dog we were looking at has already been rehomed - bummer.
Considering we are looking to rehome a dog, there will be no guaratee that I can get a Westie, b/c I am not sure I want to wait especially since they hardly ever come up to be rehomed - I guess that is a very good sign they would be a great dog!
I will keep you posted about what we find. Just lookin' for a dog to love! with a little lovin' back.
I have a Westie, Harriet, who will be 8 years old next month. She is the sweetest, gentlest, most adorable dog I've ever known. We have had her since she was a puppy and, although she doesn't always do exactly what we tell her, she's never chewed a single thing in our house, doesn't bark unless someone's at the door, doesn't shed and wouldn't bite you even if you put your hand in her mouth. Despite what they say about Westies, she is very much a lap dog -- loves to cuddle and have her belly rubbed.
The one thing to be aware of with Westies is that they're prone to skin issues -- Harriet has atopic dermatitis, which we unfortunately chose to treat with prednisone for a number of years, unaware of the serious side effects that drug can have. Harriet is now diabetic, but she's a trooper and puts up with everything we have put her through to diagnose and treat her illness. She's now stable and, although her skin is still itchy, it's manageable without prednisone and on a grain-free diet instead.
I have always loved all Westies because they're so cute, but I love Harriet for her personality, too.
We adopted a year old Westie years ago. I must admit she didn't have much training and was pretty hyper the first couple of years, but settled down and made a great pet. They are strong, need lots of exercise and hair trimming and bathing. Some like to dig in the garden; ours loved checking out culverts for vermin. She was a real character who loved to chase golf balls and would turn her head from side to side as if she knew what you were talking about. She died at 14 and we miss her a lot.
A friend of ours had a westie and just loved him. We loved him too and actually consider getting one ourselves. Their dog was simply lovely with their children as well. I do remember her saying that he was a fair bit of work initially but that he was extremely loyal.
I have a used (love the term) cat too. The nicest pet anyone could ask for yet someone didn't want him. I had a used dog also up until last year and she came from an animal shelter, she was obviously well trained and cared for but for some reason her original owners did not come looking for her at the shelter, I found this hard to understand.
Sometimes I think perhaps the animals misbehaved but when they spent time at the pound it somehow reformed them so when new owners get them they are on their very best behaviour. :)
I also have an aunt who had the cat from Hell, it was just an awful thing. My aunt eventually had to find it a new home for it because it was just a nightmare. It was a particular breed, a Korat but she didn't sell it, she just gave it away to be rid of it. She met up with the new owner about a year later and the woman was so thankful and happy to have the cat, said it was the sweetest pet and asked how my aunt could have ever parted with him. My aunt just did not know what to say but it's a story with a happy ending at least.
The cat just did not living at my aunts place I guess, personality conflict :laugh:
I thought the term 'used' was quite funny and original. Anyway, whatever type of dog you decide to get, know that there are many rescues who are great dogs. Some weren't problems but were just victims of circumstance (like an owner passing away or whatever) and if you speak with the rescue folks for the breed you like they often can make sure you get one that suits your family perfectly. I think that can be a really good way to go as rescues can give you more info than a lot of shelters are able to provide since they have often had the dogs in foster care for a bit to see what they are like before matching them up.
I hope I didn't offend anyone about the "used" comment. It was suppose to be a giggle - my DS can hardly wait to have a dog - ANY kind of dog from anywhere and the passion he has for getting a dog well lets just say that at 11 years old, the only thing that can bring him to tears is the thought of never getting a dog, I am certain the dog will be sick and tired of him before DS grows out of a dog!
I would really prefer to adopt a dog but I must admit worried about rehoming/retraining. I only have ever had puppies...
except I like them, too, and I will be watching for feedback on this one!
BTW, I have a "used" cat !