Some sad news...

[My Little Leo]

Hi All,

 It has been a long time since I have come on here, and the reason is that I have been battling a very tough decision.  We finally, after many, many tears, made the decision that Prissy had to go to a new home. Connor is almost crawling, and he is very grabby, and Prissy just wasn't happy being separated all the time, and we just couldn't trust her not to bite.

After meeting with a very nice couple, who have decided to rescue animals instead of have children, we decided to bring Prissy to their farm on Friday. She immediately seemed at home there; as soon as she got out of the car she walked around, pooped, and then walked up the ramp to their door! We have received daily updates, and she is fitting in well! She hangs out mostly with their deaf Shih Tzu.

Derek and I are still having a tough time with all of this. The house seems empty without her, and everything reminds me of her. Just yesterday I took out Connor's "My sister is a bully" onesie, and I broke down. I haven't had a day since she left that I haven't cried. I know that she will get all the attention she deserves at her new home, but part of me really wants to go and get her, and bring her back home. I miss her so much...

Her new owners have deaf dog and 'bitey' dog experience, so they are perfect for her. The wife is a stay-at-home-mom to their rescued dogs, birds, and horses, so Prissy will always have someone with her. She is looking forward to bringing Prissy on wagon rides around the farm. I know she is happy where she is, but I hate the fact that our home is no longer what is best for her.

Lissa - I don't know of you come on here that much any more, but I wanted to tell you that I know exactly how you felt that day you dropped Prissy of with us. Leaving without her was honestly one of the hardest things I have ever had to do. I am so sorry that we couldn't keep her with us forever. I feel like I betrayed her, because I told her she would never have to be scared again, and never have to go somewhere she wasn't comfortable and then I went and did it anyway.  I can give you all the info of her new owners if you would like it.

 I miss you Prissy Pie.

 

[Grace]

I am so sorry you had to make this decision but it sounds like it was best for all.   

[khybeemaow]

Lori, My heart goes out to you for having to make such a hard yet humane decision for  Prissy Pie. I know how hard that must have been for you but it sounds like you did the rght thing. Thr place where she went to sounds perfect.  

[My Little Leo]

Thanks guys... It really is perfect, and they said we can come and visit her whenever we want, so it helps to know we'll still see her. I really missed coming here, but there's just no time, and when we started seriously talking about re-homing Prissy I just couldn't bring myself to come here.   

[Onslow]

Lori, I'm so sorry you had to make this heart-wrenching decision   Of course, Connor's safety MUST be your first concern but I know how much you and Derek loved Prissy.  I think you did the right thing under very difficult circumstances (I know you would have kept her if at all possible...).  I'm only glad I didn't open this to read that one of the bullies had gone to the Bridge---that would have been even sadder   I'm sure Prissy will be very content in her new home and you can feel good about re-placing her.   Will the new owners let you come visit her occasionally?   Just wondering...not even sure it's a good idea.   Take care.

[MissMolly]

I'm so sorry you had to make this decision.  I know it wasn't an easy one.  It sound like you have found Prissy a really great home.  I can see the love in your heart poring out in your writing.  Hugs and kisses.  You did the right thing.

[buddha]

I'm sorry you had to rehome Prissy, but like everyone else said, it seems like that was best thing to do.  Hugs to all of you! 

[cadillactaste]

(((HUGS))) Lori...Though you feel bad about this...Keeping Prissy separated wasn't making her happy...And she was snappy...You can't change the fact that she didn't warm up to Connor. You did actually what was best for everyone involved...You gave Prissy a home without children...And she'll thrive there since she won't have a little one grabbing at her and making her uncomfortable. (Some bullies LOVE kids...Others are out of their element)

   We had to give our bullie pup away...Our 2nd bulldog. He was great with kids...LOVED them! Then...When I left him in the fenced in backyard potty training my son...I learned a little to late that the neighbor kid was throwing rocks at him. He would lay close to the ground and not move and take the beatings of rocks... ...To the point...He started thinking all kids were mean...He wasn't comfortable with my own son...His behavior was all changing...He would come out to like...FIGHT my son! I didn't know what to do...We tried dog trainers. Whom suggested the best thing would be to place Chief in a home without children. For he just wasn't coming around to forgetting his horrible experience...(He bit our son...Didn't break the skin...but it wasn't a playful accident either...I seen it happen. And he didn't back off with my hollering at him) I called my husband that day...And told him that Chief had to go...And he was IRATE...With what we had paid for the dog...And to just GIVE HIM AWAY...But I was in mother mode...and said..."So that is what our son's face is worth to you then"...Chief's new owner came that night to pick him up... :'(My son cried...I cried...My husband cried...Chief's new owner...Cried...It was quite emotional scene...She said..."If you change your mind you can have him back"...But we had tried everything...And he wasn't getting any nicer to our son...And he wasn't secure in his home any longer...So...She took him...She said we could visit...But I couldn't make myself do that...To take my son over and to tell him he couldn't have his doggie back seemed cruel...And to have the dog see us and to leave him when he might think we were taking him back...Seemed cruel...(Just my own thinking) So...She sent pictures...And they had just put their bulldog down.. And he filled a very empty void in their own lives. He rides with her husband every day to work. (Her husband drives some sort of truck) And the dog LOVES his routine...I could go visit now most likely...Maybe take one of my bullies so they could play...I doubt he would remember me...It was 8 yrs. ago we  gave him away...I think it would be easier for him to great me as a stranger than thinking I was coming back for him... ...So I honestly know how hard it is to find your bullie a home due to their not accepting children. But...He bloomed in a house where children didn't make him nervous...Though she says that he'll still become aggressive if he feels backed into a corner...(Most likely from his experience with the neighborhood kid being mean to him) We tore down the fence in the backyard...My husband said  he'll never have a dog behind a fence again where he can be victim to someone throwing rocks and us not there to watch over him...I agreed.

But think of it this way...Prissy has FREE ROAMING...Without little finger to irritate her...And she'll be less stressed...And in that regards...You did the best thing in showing her how much you loved her...By not being selfish and keeping her where she wasn't comfortable any longer...She don't hate you for what you did...You gave her a peaceful home...It's no ones fault here...But you made the right decission...

[Shelby]

Sorry to hear that you had to give Prissy away.

I know how hard it is to have a dog you love so much, and have to give it up. I had a rott/shep mix for 4 years when I lived in Spain, he was the smartest dog and I rescued him from a kill facility there. When I came back to the states, I had to move back home with my parents and they didn't want 4 dogs in the house. I had to leave him in Spain, but he went to a friend of mine, and she kept him until his death.
It was really hard for me, but I had to let him go, because I couldn't afford a place on my own when I moved back and had to abide by my parents rules. I have a ton of pics of him, and think about him from time to time and miss him when I think of him. I too cried for a week after I came back home.

I know Prissy will be happy at the farm, it sounds like she already is and that she even made a new friend. That's so sweet that the people are HUGE rescueres and they will love Prissy as much as you do.

We also had to give up a bulldog, that we adopted from a rescue. He had severe aggression issues and classes were not helping him or us. He went back to the resuce and into a new home.

[Maggpie]

OH LORI   This had to have been absolutely one of the toughest decisions for you   I think you made the right decision for your family and for Prissy, but it still has to be just a terrible time for you   I'm so sorry to hear this news. Please know my heart goes out to you and Derek   Prissy was very lucky to have you rescue her in the first place

All my love to you and Derek

[Justine]

you poor guys 

Oh a plus side...it sounds like Prissy has gone to a WONDERFUL home 

hugs to you all 

[Maxmydog]

I think everything happens for a reason.  She came into your life for a reason only you and her know.  Now she is needed in someone else's life now.  She taught you all she could and you taught her all you needed to.  Does that make sense?

Just know, like everyone else said, that she's in a great home now.  Don't beat yourself up over this.  Connor can't change the fact that he's a toddler and Prissy can't help that she is... well... Prissy.

Hugs to all of you and just keep us updated on her, K?

[Erica in FL]

Yes, plz keep us updated on her, as you hear updates yourself. I have to tell you, My FAVORITE video of all time still remains "DID YOU EAT THE BED?" video. I willll never ever forget how hard I laughed the first time I saw that vid, & how I showed all my friends, family members & co-workers the Prissy bed eating video - Prissy is a special girl & very strong for all she's been thru. You didn't betray her, you are doing what best. BTW - I miss you! Hang in there, Kisses to Miss Priss & Connor!

[Charlies Mom]

Im sorry that you had to make the decision that you did. But, it sounds like you made the right one. Prissy is in a wonderful new home now  And, you have visitation rights, so you can still go see the little girl 

[My Little Leo]

I think everything happens for a reason.  She came into your life for a reason only you and her know.  Now she is needed in someone else's life now.  She taught you all she could and you taught her all you needed to.  Does that make sense?

 This makes perfect sense, and I hope that it is true! She definitely taught us a lot, that is for sure.

 I know that we made the right decision, but it doesn't feel right, you know?  I feel like one of the people that gave up on their dog just because they had a baby, and I know that's not the case, we gave it a lot of time, and a lot of thought, but I still feel that way. It just sucks, there's no other way to say it!

 I will definitely keep you guys updated.I have some pictures from our trip out to their farm, and some pictures that they sent us that I will have to upload and post here.

Thanks again for all the thoughts. It really means a lot to have your support. I've missed you guys so much!