My Life Without Ranch

How do I give my dog away without traumatizing my 12 yr old son?

I have a 3 yr old cattle dog who is fear aggresive and bites strangers. I already have a claim on my homeowners ins. I’m (very, very) afraid next time might mean I lose my ins, there could be a lawsuit and worst of all, she is taken to be destroyed. I’ve tried pro help, but it became too expensive. I found a couple who lives on a ranch willing to adopt and rehab her. I know it’s the best thing for her. She would be happy living on a ranch doing things she was meant to do. But how do I do give her away? My son was very upset when we talked about it.

All of the first 3 answers above are awful. I was the 12 year old in a similiar situation. My dog kept running away and getting into fight with other dogs. My mom and I discussed it, and I was very upset like your son was. The best thing to do is have him meet the nice people who are offereing her a happy life. Take him to the place where the dog will be and show him what a great place it will be for her. Working dogs are happiest working. Giving the dog away really is the best and safest thing to do for all involved. He will be very upset for a while, but you just have to do it. Don’t get a new dog right away, but another dog might be the way to go later on. Include your son in this process. Hopefully he’ll see and understand that he is doing the right thing. Good luck and I am sorry for your situation. It really is a tough one.

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