Divorce sucks big time! Need a home for my gsp

Hunter_spec · #1 03-12-2017, 08:27 PM

Hey guys, like the title says. Im getting divorced and I have nobody to take care of my German shorthair pointer. I am working up north 14 and 7 and I have no family here in
Alberta. I am looking for the right person to take care of my dog. He is a wonderful dog. I love this dog to death and it breaks my heart to let him go. Hes 3 years old, house trained. I didnt do much hunting with him but hes pointing at everything that moves. No agressivity at all, he likes to cuddle on the couch. He stays in his crate no problem. He does'nt bark, not really a guard dog. I dont know what to do and I need some help. I know there is a lot of dog lover on this site and maybe someone can help me out.

Rocky

kinwahkly · #2 03-12-2017, 08:50 PM

Reach out to the GSP club of Calgary on face book.

Albertadiver · #3 03-12-2017, 08:52 PM

My brother is going through a divorce with a 3yr old and a 2yr old. It tears my heart out to see how people act in these things.

I'm in Calgary and would dog sit for a while no problem. Looks like your in fort sask though.

I'm confident we will find an arrangement for your pup. There are a lot of good folks on this site.

220swifty · #4 03-12-2017, 09:12 PM

I 'took over' a 7 year old black lab under similar circumstances about 8 years ago. He turned out to be one of the best dogs I've known. Hopefully your tough situation can turn into such a blessing for some family. Good luck with everything.

Hunter_spec · #5 03-12-2017, 09:20 PM

I reached out to the Calgary Gsp club... Life is so heartless sometimes

Viking Caliber · #6 03-12-2017, 09:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Hunter_spec

Hey guys, like the title says. Im getting divorced and I have nobody to take care of my German shorthair pointer. I am working up north 14 and 7 and I have no family here in
Alberta. I am looking for the right person to take care of my dog. He is a wonderful dog. I love this dog to death and it breaks my heart to let him go. Hes 3 years old, house trained. I didnt do much hunting with him but hes pointing at everything that moves. No agressivity at all, he likes to cuddle on the couch. He stays in his crate no problem. He does'nt bark, not really a guard dog. I dont know what to do and I need some help. I know there is a lot of dog lover on this site and maybe someone can help me out.

Rocky

If I could take the GSP in I would, However Condo board would not be happy. Sorry I cant help in that area. What I can do is lend you my ear. I went through an divorce myself. If you need to talk I will listen.

Raptor Boy · #7 03-12-2017, 09:53 PM

X2 on the divorce..... lets keep this thread up and help a fellow member out. Hopefully find him a sitter while he is at work.
Keep your head up and things will get better. We are here for you.

Elk Chaser · #8 03-12-2017, 09:53 PM

I know the feeling, I had to give my Chocolate lab away to friends, ripped my heart out.

Viking Caliber · #9 03-12-2017, 10:05 PM

I had no support going through my divorce and I don't wish that on other people.

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Hunter_spec · #10 03-12-2017, 10:08 PM

Thanks guys, I have lots of pm, lot of people wants to help. I really appreciate it.

Cottus · #11 03-12-2017, 11:06 PM

Hey there,
No chance to take your dog full time, but I'm offering to dog sit at my place if the need arises. We have a wire-fox terrier of our own; we respect crate training and over all good-dog habits. PM me if I can be of assistance in the short term. Edmonton area.

Cottus

bigskinner · #12 03-13-2017, 05:05 AM

Any way to take him with you up north , to sad.
Maybe someone up there can sit him , hes a good looking dog .

Fisherpeak · #13 03-13-2017, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Hunter_spec

I reached out to the Calgary Gsp club... Life is so heartless sometimes

God, that just makes me want to cry. I`m way too far away otherwise I`d look after him in a heartbeat for you. I have a hound, a lab and a Basset and I would kill for them.
When my wife and me split years ago I had a Basset hound and that friggen cow gave it away to some stranger while I was at work and she was taking everything I owned. I found out who had Zack and nearly had to beat this guy to get my dog back In the end,just before war, I opened the truck door and yelled "Zack, hop in" Bang, he was in so fast he nearly broke the guys wrist(he had him by the collar)
Shame on anyone who comes between a man and his best friend.
I really hope you get somebody to watch him for you while you`re working. He`s a beauty and looks like you love each other. Best of luck. Joe.

SamSteele · #14 03-13-2017, 11:51 AM

PM'd you.

SS

KGB · #15 03-13-2017, 12:01 PM

I can help you out. Please keep us posted about your situation.

bosshog · #16 03-13-2017, 04:09 PM

PM'd as well. Will help if I can.

partsman · #17 03-13-2017, 04:22 PM

Sad to hear, I am too far away.

To lighten the mood, I can't believe no one has offered to take the wife.

Sooner · #18 03-13-2017, 05:08 PM

Hoping it works out and a home is found. I had 3 of them so far, all laid on my lap like yours in the pic. I am wanting the 4th but the timing couldn't be worse. Great looking GSP. Good luck.

-JR- · #19 03-13-2017, 06:12 PM

Are you trying to sell him or is he free.

-JR- · #20 03-13-2017, 08:12 PM

Just reread your post. almost sounds you are looking for some one to look after him till you get back on your feet.
If this is the case ,I am sure many of us will be glad to help out .

Hunter_spec · #21 03-13-2017, 08:40 PM

Yea thats what I'm hoping for, but I have to stay realistic. I know its a lot to ask from a stranger. I am confident that if I cant find someone to keep him while Im gone. There will be a good family out there for him for sure. I received so many pm, people want to help and Im very grateful. Just that tought of him being cared for, is making this a little less heartbreaking...This dog is very special... Hes truely my best friend and all I got left .

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JoshT · #22 03-13-2017, 08:52 PM

If I didnt already have a lab at home and two new babies I would love to take him in. I'm confident you won't have any problems finding a great new home for him!

trooper · #23 03-13-2017, 09:03 PM

Call us! sent a PM we live in bruderheim and would love your dog!

fordtruckin · #24 03-14-2017, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Viking Caliber

I had no support going through my divorce and I don't wish that on other people.

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X2 on that. Everyone I thought was a friend or family split and left me high n dry. Good luck OP. Just don't stoop to a low level as hard as it may be and you'll come out a better person!

Batwoman · #25 03-14-2017, 11:04 AM

Now THIS is a GREAT response!!!!

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Originally Posted by partsman

Sad to hear, I am too far away.

To lighten the mood, I can't believe no one has offered to take the wife.

astuart44 · #26 03-20-2017, 12:07 PM

Sorry to hear...divorce sucks. Been there twice. Know this: It gets better and there is always a reason to move on and move up.