I am so bummed... Quick update pg6 5/29 and pg 7 post 67

[Im4Eggcellence]

So sorry to hear that you've had even more sadness enter your life this week - it's indeed been a rough one for you. Just remember there WILL be better days ahead.

For what it's worth, I think you did the right thing in returning the dog and I admire you for your personal integrity in doing so under such a difficult situation. Please don't beat yourself up about it.

 

[Barnyard]

Quote:

thankyou!

 

[Godsgrl]

I'm so sorry Barnyard, life has been so hard on you this week.

Praying things get better for you soon.

 

[wegotchickens]

Barnyard, face it, Honey. The good Lord is just prepping you for the 3 more perfect dogs He's planning to have fall into your lap. Your arms and heart will not be empty for long. Just hang in there, Sweetie!

 

[ksacres]

I wouldn't have given the dog back. Possession is 9/10ths of the law. I'm sure you have receipts proving you were taking care of the dog (vet care, food, treats, etc), what did he have?

At the very least, I would have asked to be compensated for the dog's care over the last. You are well within your right to do so, regardless of a contract.

From what you said, he basically abandoned the dog with you. In most places, if you feed it (a stray) it's technically yours.

If your nephew cared about anything other than himself, he would have seen how much it was hurting you. I wouldn't do any favors for him, ever.


I'll be thinking of you! Maybe you can save another dog, goodness knows there are plenty out there needing love.

 

[ohiofarmgirl]

sorry - ugh that all must be awful. well, chalk it up to lesson learned. when that nephew comes around again (and he will) you'll know what to do.

there are LOTS of animals out there that need you. the right one(s) will come along.

btw cat123 re:

i live at the street, that has the invisible sign that says "drop your wormy, flea invested, sick dogs here"

you know that idyllic farm where everyone drops off their wormy, flea infested, bad attitude cat? yeah well that ol' boy is 2 lanes down from me and he doesnt take them - so we get them all!​

 

[Jenlyn9483]

This is a really sad situation all around. The saddest part is that your nephew does not even seem to recognize or appreciate the completely selfless act you have done for him by caring for and providing for his pet for a complete year without any assistance, financial or otherwise from him. Then waltzes right in there and takes him back, ESPECIALLY when he knows what he means to you and your family at a time when you have lost your other pet. It's all very angering to me. On the bright side, everything happens for a reason and there is no shortage of dogs in the world that need loving responsible homes, you will soon find something to fill the void. Good luck, and again, sorry for your loss with bruiser and the yorkie. What doesnt kill us only makes us stronger and you definitely learned a good lesson from this one..If he comes back he is YOURS or no deal!

 

[Barnyard]

Jenlyn, funny you shoud say that.....

The nephew did call me about a week ago asking me to keep Bruiser until he could find him somewhere to live again!! Him and the new girlfriend got in a fight and she kicked his butt out

I think it is funny because he caused the problem....Anyway, I point blank told him the only way Bruiser would be able to come back to my house is if he came to stay!! It broke my heart to say that because I miss that dog so much, but I knew that I couldn't handle going through that again. I have to think about my family. So, He sends me a text later and tell's me not to worry about it that he was going to keep him. I asked him where, ARE YOU READY FOR THIS>>>>>>> He gave "MY DOG" to the Girlfriend!!! I was furious!!! I called him and let him know just how crappy that was of him to do that to me. After all I had done for him. That was my dog and he had no right to give him away. I should have first choice of getting Bruiser

His reason behind it all was "I hope we can get back together" I told him I didn't give a rat's xxxx what he hoped. That was my dog!! Him and the girlfriend did get back together and all is well..... for now. I am just buying my time!! I will post some pictures of my Bruiser baby in a few!!

 

[country lady]

Barnyard, at least you let your nephew know he acted crappy and ungrateful to you and your family. How did your other relatives feel about his behavior, his parents in particular? You obviously have a big heart. He will be back sucking up big time.

 

[NancyDz]

I want to just

that nephew!!!!!!! GRRRRRRRRR


Good luck.. I hope he comes back to you....



Nancy