Just cant stand him.?

Question

All my life I begged for a dog, and when my parents divorced, my mum allowed me to have a rescue dog. I was only 15 at the time and am so angry at myself for doing this. Has anyone ever felt like their animal is such a burden and regretted ever having it?

He's ruined the house (scratched doors & carpets, drenched carpets in wee), has cost us hundreds in vet bills, plays us up terribly when we take him out (lead pulling, attacking other dogs, sniffing) and then when we do take him out, he poos non stop! (e.g he did 4 on a short 10 min walk the other day) the vet couldnt find a reason why he does this either.

He wakes me up every morning, and non stop paces round the house, even when he's had food, attention or a walk, which gets on my nerves.

My mums said that when I move out, he's coming with me..but id rather have him put to sleep, it sounds awful I know and I cant believe I'm saying this, but that's how I feel. We could never re home him due to his behaviour and the dogs home refused to take him back

lol- as I write this my mum is telling him off for walking in her pathway and tripping her- see what i mean?

Answer 1

Send the dog to a pound.  

Answer 2

I feel bad for the dog.  Dogs to be trained.  Bad dog owner = Bad dog.  Don't blame the dog, blame yourself!!!

You are going to get reamed out for asking this dumb a$$ question on here.

Answer 3

all dogs do this!!! you are seriously not meant to have a dog. you should turn it back into the pound or find another home for it. dogs are constantly needing your attention!

Answer 4

Have u ever told ur mom about how u feel? it also seems that he is dominant over u. when he does something bad then u need to learn how to show him who is the boss of the house then, hopefully he will see that u are the boss of him and he wont do anything about it. hope i helped =)

Answer 5

I think most of the other posters here state the same...

Why did u get a pet in the first place?... all my life my family has rescued dogs from people like you who just want dogs for the fun of it but do not realise they need care and attention and yes they can be a pain...but theyr'e animals! what did u expect?

... give him to a shelter and never ever get a pet again!

Answer 6

Its probably a trial for the dog too - to have an owner like you, take him to the rescue kennels- they wont be angry with you-just explain the situation, Sadly some people can train dogs some cant.

But dont put him down do the best thing and take him back to the rescue centre- there WILL be someone out there who will know how to handle him.

Answer 7

Sounds like a SERIOUS lack of training and discipline.

Dogs don't become "bad" on their own... Their parents help.

Take him to training ASAP.

Answer 8

There is a saying, "Be careful what you ask for,  you may get it."

He needs to be trained.  An untrained dog can & will raise h**l & havoc as you well know.  You & your dog need to go to some obedience class so you can learn how to train him.

You go to school to learn & he needs puppy classes so he can learn too.

Answer 9

why did you get a dog if you was not prepped for this.

1.it is you're fault.

2.you fault for not looking the breed up and not beeing proper.

Answer 10

You want to punish the animal for just being a dog (in less than ideal circumstances ie: non-fit owners) You didn't need a dog when you got him and now the poor thing has to pay for your use-then-dispose behaviour.  

Answer 11

he is a rescue dog. you have no idea what he went through in his life before coming to you. he DOES need training! you say he had no traing from his previous owners, well thats your job now that u have him!  

Answer 12

Sounds like you need to act like a leader and take him to training classes. I just got a new puppy 2 months ago and he acted the same way. Dogs respond respond really well to strong leadership and routine. Training classes can be offered by local community centers or you might be able to find some on www.meet-up.com  

Answer 13

I know what you mean i have a dog my grandmother gave me when i was sick and i love him but he is so annoying even more now that i have a 7 month old daughter if i were you i would not put him to sleep but i would take him to an adoption center.

Answer 14

Hate to say this..but it's not the dogs fault.  You took a rescue dog, for starters, you don't have any idea what his history was, not sure what you expected.  You need to start with an obedience class.  Also, patience and proper house training will resolve most of your issues, as for the chewing, and scratching.. he needs to be crated when he cannot be attended.  don't wanna make you angry...but, there's no such thing as a bad dog, only an uneducated owner that doesn't know how, or take the time to learn to train him properly.  There are 1000's of books, videos and programs on training.  Victoria Stillwell does a show on Animal Planet that could teach you TONS of things you need to do for your dog.  Sounds as though he has way too much energy penned up and is not getting proper exercise.  If you'd take your time teaching him tricks and proper behavior, he'd be a great dog.  Poor thing...soo much easier for you to just put him to sleep or give him away....Please don't get another dog of your not gonna take the time to train him.  Sorry if this makes you angry...It's only the harsh truth!

Answer 15

hey dopy wake up its you and your family that are bad not the dog dogs need to be told not left to do as they like, why is he messing in the house coz you are to lazy to house train him.

if the dog pulls on his lead you need to stop him from doing that

Answer 16

maybe sell him? if he's purebred then he could go for hundreds then pay your mom the money you sell him for, for all the trouble he's caused and bills he rang up.

Answer 17

Did you ever consider to train him not to ruin your household items and other problems he does?

I don't really think a dog should be put to sleep unless they're suffering from an unbearable pain that can never go away.

Also, it can be harder to train an older dog than a younger one, but it's still possible.  

Answer 18

Sounds like this would be a good time to actually TRAIN the dog.

Dogs don't come pre-trained.  None of the issues you bring up is all that difficult to train.

Although, it really sounds to me like the dog would be better off if you found him a home where he was appreciated and where he would get enough attention and some training.

Answer 19

sounds like you and him need some training. take him to some classes.

Answer 20

Caesar Milan, I think I have his name right....The Dog Whisperer...He has a show on t.v. Plus he wrote a book.  His book or show may show you how to get rid of at least some unwanted behavior.  Have you thought of taking him to doggie classes ?  Just some thoughts...

Answer 21

Wow.  That is one of the most ridiculous and retarded stories I have ever heard.  That poor dog deserves better than you.  It is not his fault for his behavior.  It is your fault.  You asked for the dog SO TRAIN HIM>  Take him to obedience class.  You are a horrible person for giving a dog a life and then going to take it back from him.  Grow up.

Answer 22

well i hate to sound mean but thats what you get when you dont properly train your dog. find a trainer in your area to help you out. you cant expect a dog to just know what to do.  

Answer 23

Sounds like your dog needs training. If you don't want your dog don't put him down take him to a no kill shelter where he can hopefully find an owner that will take the time to train him and get him the exercise he needs. My dog was just as bad as yours when I adopted him and now with proper training is a great dog. Check out the Dog Whisper he can help.

Answer 24

That poor poor dog. You really should not have him.  You simply do not know how to care for him which I find appalling.

He obviously gets c**p food, not walked enough has received no training what so ever - no wonder your house is a mess and it is all your fault!!!!!!!

Find him a nice caring home with people who will appreciate him and love him.  

Answer 25

I would regret not training him and not crate training him. I have not had a dog that was a burden so much so that I regretted them. If you don't like what the dog is doing, teach it right from wrong. Complaining isn't going to change things, training will tho.

Answer 26

your the meanist person ive ever well i didnt meet you but you soo mean hes only a puppy!!! !   train him and he will be the best friend you ever had!!!!if your going to hit it you actuallly dont deserve a dog sorry no offence but really  

Answer 27

two words-training classes. It's never too late. And it's not dog's fault,you should stop being so selfish,you wanted a dog now carry that responsibility.

  

Answer 28

You are obviously not a person fit to keep an animal if this is your attitude. It is not the dog's fault that it has these problems, its the irresponsible owners that he has had throughout his life. Take him back to the shelter you got him from and explain the situation, they will take him back as the dog is not happy either.

Answer 29

No can't say I ever did! Sounds like you just wanted something cute and fluffy. Dogs are full time responsibilities and you sound to immature to take that on! Do the dog and yourself a favor and find him a new loving home!!!

Answer 30

My dog used to be like this. He was taken in from a Rescue home at 10 weeks and had been in 4 different homes before us. He used to be really bad but we took him to training classes and he's pretty good now. It sounds like you need to seriously think about it yourself. When he's a bit older he'll settle down more.

Answer 31

just tell your mum you can't stand him and say your sorry.