After a terribly restless night I spoke to the folks who have Sammy this morning. Things are going well. Sammy slept next to their bed last night, he must have loved that, and ate breakfast with them this morning. That's the kind of attention and interaction that Sammy needs. The guy is just completely in love with Sammy. So all my worries were completely unfounded. I'm much calmer tonight and am ready to take it one day at a time.
Marie, thank you sooooo much. You have no idea how your comments helped me. It's nice to know that someone else feels as torn up as I do over their animals. I know people love their animals, and I, like a lot of people, take an animal on for life. When I took Sammy in I started making plans for what to do with him when I get older. I figured I would have him for the rest of my life. So to give him to someone else makes me feel like I'm letting him down. Intellectually I know I'm not. I promised him I'd take care of him and if that means finding him a better home, that's what I have to do. It just is hard to admit that I can't provide what he needs. Also, since I'm a little crazy, I don't think anyone could take care of him like I can. Crazy, I know, because I obviously can't give him what he needs, but that's how I think.
In other animal news, a trainer is coming in tonight to help me with Axl. He has gotten so bad on the leash that I really can't take him anywhere. Also, he's taken to losing his mind if he sees another dog while he's on the leash. It's totally crazy. So the trainer is coming tonight and we shall see what happens. This trainer was recommended by some of the folks at the dog park so I feel comfortable with her. I just hope she can help.
That's it for tonight. I'm just going to wait for the trainer to arrive and see how it goes with Axl. Details to follow.
I think it may be okay....
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I'm glad to hear that Sammy's fitting into his new place so well. It sounds like this is really a great match for him, and I'm thrilled for you both! :-)
Even though I wholeheartedly agree that we may both be a bit crazy, I think the good news is that we can still face reality enough to see what's in the best interests of the pets.
Keep up the good work with Axl, and if you ever need an ear to listen...you know where to find me.
It is soooo hard to rehome a companion even when we know, in our heads, it's best for them and best for us.
I'm so glad that it's working out for Sammy. I hope to hear more updates!
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