A sense of guilt
Did not want to add this to my other post but is related. I adopted a Collie pup. My sense of guilt comes from passing on a nine year old Collie that needed a home for the pup. I have had three older ...
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toedtoes wrote:I didn't take offense, I was actually on the fence when deciding. I plan on some extensive RV trips that I put on hold because of Mikko's health. That's why I went with the pup. At 9 years the senior could have several good years ahead. If not I would have delt with it with no regrets. I would never criticize a person that was involved in rescue, I imagine you have seen it all and speak from experience.
Sorry. My point wasn't about senior vs puppy. It was about adopting out of guilt rather than adopting out of desire. Don't adopt the dog you feel guilty about. Adopt the dog you desire.
