Horsefeathers! Posted August 8, 2003 Posted August 8, 2003 I just realized I hadn't re-updated Devin's umm progress. After he got away and was missing for two days, the guy that had him decided not to keep him. He adored Devin, but was afraid something like that would happen again and he just thought it would be cruel to crate him (I had strongly suggested he crate Devin when unattended from the very beginning, not as a lifetime thing, but just until he could adjust to his new environment... geez, he went through four homes in three weeks). Anyway, it didn't work out for him, though I lost no respect for the guy. His intentions were good. He admitted that Devin was just too much for him. His other dog is MUCH more easy going and docile, but I had been upfront that Devin would need a lot more socialization and training and had insisted that he would need to be crated when not supervised. Ok, not all dogs need to be crated, but trust me... this one does! Anyway, a really good friend decided to take him. I'm so tickled. She has two of my other rescues and Devin will make three for her. She has the Standard Poodle that I placed that has seizures. Devin has been there for a week and so far, so good. It's been a bit tense for him with the Standard who is king of his castle and Devin doesn't have enough sense to understand "pack order." As long as there is no actual bloodshed, we are sure they'll adjust. My friend has no problem at all crating Devin when she's not able to monitor him. I am sure that he will eventually not need the crate anymore. At my house, we were to the point of only using the crate for him to sleep in at night and that was only because he likes to play all night if he's not confined (squeaky toys... ACK!). This little guy has been, by far, my most difficult rescue, but I think he is going to be so worth it. Despite all his "ways," he really does make up for it with his charm and sense of humor. He's such a character and I think all he needs is a chance to show the world what he's got. So far, he's been there a week and is doing great! Me, on the other hand... there are two Standard Poodles locally looking for homes (rescues). I keep saying I have eight dogs because I don't want nine and if I'd wanted nine, I'd have kept Devin (was actually going to if my friend hadn't taken him), but they're STANDARDS. Can't....... say....... no....... The more, the hairier? :-? Quote
DogPaddle Posted August 8, 2003 Posted August 8, 2003 Sick of Devin Updates - Not at all - keep them coming. I have begun to think of them as "The Adventures of Devin" sort of like a tv miniseries. :lol: Hope things work out for the hero of our storey this time. As for two more standerds . . . I sit here shaking my head, smiling. Also, I'm thinking we'll all encourage you to take them if you think you can handle them. Most of us here have a tendency to think with our hearts when it comes to doggies, . . . bet you knew that though :wink: Quote
Malamum Posted August 8, 2003 Posted August 8, 2003 Never get sick of updates.... :D I am so glad you found a suitable home for Devin. As for you.. are you really going to make the jump from 8 to 10. If so, we of course want to see pictures :wink: Quote
mouseatthebusstop Posted August 8, 2003 Posted August 8, 2003 She has the Standard Poodle that I placed that has seizures. I remember him :) Sick of Devin Updates no :) not :) never. I love hearing how they are going on in their new homes :D Quote
Daisysmom Posted August 8, 2003 Posted August 8, 2003 Glad his adventures will be with his new family, and hopefully no more road trips :lol: All he needs is patience and love. :angel: Quote
Rowie-the-Pooh Posted August 8, 2003 Posted August 8, 2003 We would never get sick of Devin updates! :D I agree, if it where a TV series I would be watching everyday! :lol: Or if it where some kind of book I wouls surly read it! :lol: I'm so glad he has found a "forever home"! Devin has had a rough time, but now hopefully his road will run smoothly.. :D Good luck Devin! :hand: As for the two Standards, you can always foster...! :D 2 more doesn't make a difference right? :wink: Or you can adopt...or find them forever homes too! :D Good luck! Quote
Angelboddy Posted August 8, 2003 Posted August 8, 2003 Yeah for Devin. :multi: I am so glad the he has found a home with a good friend. :angel: And we will never get tired of Devin updated. :D As for the 8 and going to 10. I think it will be wonderful to take in two more so they can find forever homes. What you are doing is so wonderful. :D Quote
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