My dog won't eat my chickens!

[LaynaDon95]

O.O someone just recommended I do that for my cat, actually. I said no. I should have realized people would do that to animals but it never crossed my mind until now. I'm going through a mild shock at the moment.

 

[punk-a-doodle]

It's not a recommendation, nor is it something I have done or would personally do myself. It is however, an option for those who do wish to use it, and there is a reason shelters offer support for it.

 

[dainerra]

most shelters and a lot of rescues will recommend the procedure. It's sad, but once the cuteness wears off so many people take the pups/kittens to the pound. Or they don't neuter them and let them get pregnant and then you have another 8 or 9 puppies. And then on and on.

It gets frustrating for them, hearing all of the reasons that irresponsible people get rid of their pets. Like "I bought a new puppy and he annoys my senior dog. So we are bringing the senior to the pound. I know you will find him a home" or "Wow, I didn't know that Great Danes got so big!" or "I bought new furniture and the hair shows up too much"


ETA: not saying you are one of those people. Accidents do happen. Just be careful who you let the pups go home with.

 

[Delmar]

It's looking like I am going to have to get rid of Ziggy cause he plays too rough with my 18 month old grandson.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/731041/free-chicken-protecting-dog-in-northern-indiana