I never thought it would come to it but unfortunately my family and I were forced to rehome our dog Milo just recently =( Due to some housing issues my family and I had to down grade from a home with a backyard to a apartment. Frankly I felt it was unfair for Milo to live in a small apartment, had him there for only a couple days and knew he was miserable. I ended up going through Craigslist to rehome him. Horrible I know. However really lucked out and he got a home with a young couple who already had a puppy and were looking for a slightly older dog to give some comfort to their new pup. Worked out great, checked with them a week later and they really enjoy having Milo.
Now I am really for the whole owning a pet should be a forever permanent thing. This whole experience really enlightened me. Sometimes life really can be unexpected. Things change for better or for worse. You just have to think really long and hard what is best for your pet. Milo was not a apartment dog. He needed a yard to romp around in. I feel like the best decision to made was to adopt him out to someone who has a yard and another dog for company. I found those people and am at peace with that decision.
Craigslist is not the best place to rehome your pet I know. I have tried other ways asking friends and family but no one was interested or just did not have the means to take in a dog. I did not have the heart nor did I want to take Milo to a animal shelter where he would be forced to sit in a cage alone. I went to Craigslist as a last resort. In the beginning I felt really bad but when I was contacted by a couple who genuinely wanted him I took a chance. I made sure there was a adoption contract and reasonable adoption fee to ensure a good home and to weed out the pet flippers and pet abusers. At this point and time I am relieved and happy that my family and I really did find a good home for Milo. I have no regrets and just keep on going.
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