Pollux needs a new home (Florida - USA)

Tassle · 06-07-2011, 22:38

I know you mentioned that you might like to breed from him. Has this guy offered you a pup if he breeds?

Gypsy Wolf · 06-07-2011, 22:51

I didn't say an active pet home was a lesser placement. I just said I am more than happy with Pollux going to this placement.
Again, his owner is the one whose business it is to neuter him or not. Personally I prefer intact animals, too, as I like to show. Doesn't mean I breed willy-nilly, or intend to. Never even had an "oops" breeding.
I think the man is responsible enough to be able to handle managing an intact adult.
While Pollux is gorgeous, I do not know how much of his behavior is genetic, so I would not want to breed to him necessarily or take a pup. I am more than happy with ONE vlcak, thank you very much!
Again, we are placing Pollux to please him, not you.
You all are being absolutely ridiculous, getting all up in arms and judgmental over something that has absolutely nothing to do with you, nor have you sacrificed your time and effort to raising this dog. We have. It's our call. If you don't like it, too bad. There are more important things in life for me to dedicate my time to. Obviously explaining our reasoning is useless since you have made up your mind that we are horrible for making the decision and I am no longer going to waste my time on this topic.
Enjoy your glass houses.

Tazer · 07-07-2011, 12:35

Earlier it was stated that it was Pollux's true owners decision where he was rehomed to, not yours...now you're stating its your choice and its tough if people don't like it.

What is the truth here?

Also, you're not the only people on the Earth to have taken on a dog, someone else didn't want and then had to put time and effort into said dog.

It doesn't make you a Saint, you are not above the rest of us and you can sure as hell still do wrong.

Taz

Tazer · 08-07-2011, 01:34

I never said you said you are a Saint...just your posts in reference to taking Pollux on, read like you expect us to view you as such.

Also, I wasn't angry, more like incredulous.

Now, I just really can't be bothered to continue to waste my time.

Hopefully Pollux will get a home with understanding owners, who are able to love him for the dog he is, not the dog they want him to be, or for the money he could provide.

Taz

Gypsy Wolf · 11-08-2011, 04:58

You can view me however you like - we took Pollux on to foster and place as we feel a commitment to the breed as well as really liking the dog himself. Despite skittishness, he really has a very unique, funny and sweet personality. As I mentioned before, we have been involved in fostering and placing rescue dogs of other breeds and have homed upwards of 16 dogs. I personally have always felt not only as a breeder, but as a steward of a breed, you owe it to asist in rescue efforts. For those who are so critical - do you rescue or just criticize those who do?
I am happy to report that Pollux has found his forever home, and that he (and we) met some interesting people who also generously gave of themselves for his sake.
A firefighter was the first to want to adopt him - a local home and a perfect owner for Pollux... however, the firefighter's girlfriend was not such a fan, so Pollux was returned. The firefighter was so committed to Pollux, however, that until Pollux was adopted, the firefighter would come over on his days off and take Pollux out - to Starbuck's, to run around at the park, to visit people - great for Pollux to get out and socialize.
His forever home found him just recently - a police officer and his wife - both of whom were totally committed to Pollux. The police officer grew up with a 3/4 Timber Wolf/GSD mix so Pollux's wolfy shyness didn't bother him at all. The wife was also not at all worried about any of the skittishness - and I made sure they both knew all of Pollux's "strange" habits/behaviors before they took him home for a "trial period"... The home is local - which is great as I was not only able to personally verify the home, but also return to give lessons to help him settle in.
I am happy to say that Pollux fell in love with his new people and is VERY happy being an "only dog." He bonded with them very quickly - and they love him completely - quirky behaviors and all. He will be neutered and is a very-much-loved pet - climbing into their laps and kissing and just so happy to be somewhere where he is not expected to be anything other than the goofy sweet puppy he really is.

Vaiva · 11-08-2011, 08:41

Well, we all can just keep our fingers crossed and hope that Pollux will not need to change his home again.

Maybe his new owner would like to join the forum?

Guess we all became a little attached to Pollux through all his "adventures", starting with his flight from Europe...

Tassle · 11-08-2011, 10:53

For the record....Yes - I rescue (two of my current dogs are) and I do a lot of home checking, I deal with behaviour calls for a local rescue centre and Will do private rehomes as we are seen as the local 'dog' people!
I am sure many others on here do similar if not more, possibly it might be worth checking before suggesting that people are just in it to 'criticise'.

I am very glad Pollux has found his forever home and wish him all the luck with it.

It would be nice for the owners to join and share how they are doing with him. It would be lovely to see him in his forever home with people who want him for him

Mikael · 14-08-2011, 20:28

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lunas Mom

I am happy to report that Pollux has found his forever home, and that he (and we) met some interesting people who also generously gave of themselves for his sake.
A firefighter was the first to want to adopt him - a local home and a perfect owner for Pollux... however, the firefighter's girlfriend was not such a fan, so Pollux was returned. The firefighter was so committed to Pollux, however, that until Pollux was adopted, the firefighter would come over on his days off and take Pollux out - to Starbuck's, to run around at the park, to visit people - great for Pollux to get out and socialize.
His forever home found him just recently - a police officer and his wife - both of whom were totally committed to Pollux. The police officer grew up with a 3/4 Timber Wolf/GSD mix so Pollux's wolfy shyness didn't bother him at all. The wife was also not at all worried about any of the skittishness - and I made sure they both knew all of Pollux's "strange" habits/behaviors before they took him home for a "trial period"... The home is local - which is great as I was not only able to personally verify the home, but also return to give lessons to help him settle in.
I am happy to say that Pollux fell in love with his new people and is VERY happy being an "only dog." He bonded with them very quickly - and they love him completely - quirky behaviors and all. He will be neutered and is a very-much-loved pet - climbing into their laps and kissing and just so happy to be somewhere where he is not expected to be anything other than the goofy sweet puppy he really is.

Oooooo... Congratulations to you, Ed and especially Pollux

So happy to hear this

Gypsy Wolf · 19-08-2011, 02:24

So, unfortunately, home number 2 didn't work out. The wife was concerned about her ability to control him (he is a BIG boy and she is petite) - they were heartbroken, but I can understand. Pollux is sweet and well-behaved, but when he does the darty, wolf-like running away, it can be tough to deal with that all the time.
So he is back being fostered part-time between us and the firefighter who wanted him.
I have a couple interested in him, so maybe the third times a charm? In the meantime, he is either here being spoiled or at the firefighter's house being REALLY spoiled.

Vaiva · 19-08-2011, 06:00

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lunas Mom

So, unfortunately, home number 2 didn't work out. The wife was concerned about her ability to control him (he is a BIG boy and she is petite) - they were heartbroken, but I can understand. Pollux is sweet and well-behaved, but when he does the darty, wolf-like running away, it can be tough to deal with that all the time.
So he is back being fostered part-time between us and the firefighter who wanted him.
I have a couple interested in him, so maybe the third times a charm? In the meantime, he is either here being spoiled or at the firefighter's house being REALLY spoiled.

Ok, so you give him for people to TRY???

A dog keeps changing homes and people, rules and surroundings, having no real "pack leader". At the young age he is know - do you really think it is not making him any more harm?

Tazer · 11-08-2011, 15:16

its great that it sounds like Pollux has found his forever home, where he's wanted for who he is. Would be nice if the new owners would join and post updates on his progress.

Taz

Priska182 · 11-08-2011, 19:22

Hi Sara,
I'm really glad for Pollux that he finally find HIS home

I wish him and his new familly all the best

Best regards,

Tazer · 19-08-2011, 13:15

And she/they didn't think about this before they took him on. *Sighs*

Bloody hell, some people give up far to easy. Perhaps walking him using a head collar would have made it easier/possible for her to handle him, when he has one of those moments.

Sorry to here it didn't work out...again. Poor Pollux all this going back and forth between people can't be helping him settle down.

Taz

tupacs2legs · 19-08-2011, 20:56

Did they think he was going to shrink and age ten years?? Poor boy

BigBill · 20-08-2011, 21:44

I so wish we had a place with room, he would get along well with our pair I'm sure.

We are still looking for a house in Louisiana or Mississippi.

Tazer · 21-08-2011, 13:37

It is so very sad.

I feel sorry for the fireman, he clearly loves Pollux and is prepared to take him qwerks and all. What a fool the girlfriend sounds, giving up on what seems to be a wonderful dog, simply because he got a bit over enthusiastic with his greeting. *Shakes head* some people.

I really do wish I lived closer, he'd fit in well here.

Hope some day soon he will find someone who is willing and able to give him the home he deserves.

Taz

Tassle · 22-08-2011, 10:14

I am surprised she was happy to have him there in the first place from what has been said.

I guess its 4th (or 5th?) time lucky for Pollux

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tazer

It is so very sad.

I feel sorry for the fireman, he clearly loves Pollux and is prepared to take him qwerks and all. What a fool the girlfriend sounds, giving up on what seems to be a wonderful dog, simply because he got a bit over enthusiastic with his greeting. *Shakes head* some people.

I really do wish I lived closer, he'd fit in well here.

Hope some day soon he will find someone who is willing and able to give him the home he deserves.

Taz

Methinks he was booting the wrong one out

Vaiva · 22-08-2011, 11:07

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tassle

Methinks he was booting the wrong one out

Totally

Strange thing people do not really think before they take a dog to their home...

Tazer · 22-08-2011, 11:03

Lol, indeed.

Taz

Gypsy Wolf · 11-08-2011, 20:11

Already mentioned the forum to them - hoping they will join. There are too few resources for vlcak folks here in the U.S.
They are hoping he will continue to make progress toward eliminating the shy/skittish behavior as he is socialized and they would like very much to do Therapy work with him, if he is comfortable with that.
He is still quite young, so we'll see how it goes.
We miss him and his quirky personality, too... his smile and his crazy burrow-under-the-covers thing...

07-07-2011, 12:35	#3
Tazer Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 77	Earlier it was stated that it was Pollux's true owners decision where he was rehomed to, not yours...now you're stating its your choice and its tough if people don't like it. What is the truth here? Also, you're not the only people on the Earth to have taken on a dog, someone else didn't want and then had to put time and effort into said dog. It doesn't make you a Saint, you are not above the rest of us and you can sure as hell still do wrong. Taz __________________ Never argue with idiots. they drag you down to their level, then beat you with experience.

08-07-2011, 01:34	#4
Tazer Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 77	I never said you said you are a Saint...just your posts in reference to taking Pollux on, read like you expect us to view you as such. Also, I wasn't angry, more like incredulous. Now, I just really can't be bothered to continue to waste my time. Hopefully Pollux will get a home with understanding owners, who are able to love him for the dog he is, not the dog they want him to be, or for the money he could provide. Taz __________________ Never argue with idiots. they drag you down to their level, then beat you with experience.

11-08-2011, 08:41	#6
Vaiva ir Brukne Join Date: May 2006 Location: Vilnius Posts: 1,768	Well, we all can just keep our fingers crossed and hope that Pollux will not need to change his home again. Maybe his new owner would like to join the forum? Guess we all became a little attached to Pollux through all his "adventures", starting with his flight from Europe... __________________ Walkiria Girios dvasia

19-08-2011, 02:24	#9
Gypsy Wolf Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Florida & Minnesota U.S. Posts: 252	Further Adventures of Pollux... So, unfortunately, home number 2 didn't work out. The wife was concerned about her ability to control him (he is a BIG boy and she is petite) - they were heartbroken, but I can understand. Pollux is sweet and well-behaved, but when he does the darty, wolf-like running away, it can be tough to deal with that all the time. So he is back being fostered part-time between us and the firefighter who wanted him. I have a couple interested in him, so maybe the third times a charm? In the meantime, he is either here being spoiled or at the firefighter's house being REALLY spoiled.

11-08-2011, 15:16	#11
Tazer Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 77	its great that it sounds like Pollux has found his forever home, where he's wanted for who he is. Would be nice if the new owners would join and post updates on his progress. Taz __________________ Never argue with idiots. they drag you down to their level, then beat you with experience.

06-07-2011, 22:38	#1
Tassle Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Cornwall Posts: 137	I know you mentioned that you might like to breed from him. Has this guy offered you a pup if he breeds?

06-07-2011, 22:51	#2
Gypsy Wolf Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Florida & Minnesota U.S. Posts: 252	I didn't say an active pet home was a lesser placement. I just said I am more than happy with Pollux going to this placement. Again, his owner is the one whose business it is to neuter him or not. Personally I prefer intact animals, too, as I like to show. Doesn't mean I breed willy-nilly, or intend to. Never even had an "oops" breeding. I think the man is responsible enough to be able to handle managing an intact adult. While Pollux is gorgeous, I do not know how much of his behavior is genetic, so I would not want to breed to him necessarily or take a pup. I am more than happy with ONE vlcak, thank you very much! Again, we are placing Pollux to please him, not you. You all are being absolutely ridiculous, getting all up in arms and judgmental over something that has absolutely nothing to do with you, nor have you sacrificed your time and effort to raising this dog. We have. It's our call. If you don't like it, too bad. There are more important things in life for me to dedicate my time to. Obviously explaining our reasoning is useless since you have made up your mind that we are horrible for making the decision and I am no longer going to waste my time on this topic. Enjoy your glass houses.

11-08-2011, 04:58	#5
Gypsy Wolf Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Florida & Minnesota U.S. Posts: 252	You can view me however you like - we took Pollux on to foster and place as we feel a commitment to the breed as well as really liking the dog himself. Despite skittishness, he really has a very unique, funny and sweet personality. As I mentioned before, we have been involved in fostering and placing rescue dogs of other breeds and have homed upwards of 16 dogs. I personally have always felt not only as a breeder, but as a steward of a breed, you owe it to asist in rescue efforts. For those who are so critical - do you rescue or just criticize those who do? I am happy to report that Pollux has found his forever home, and that he (and we) met some interesting people who also generously gave of themselves for his sake. A firefighter was the first to want to adopt him - a local home and a perfect owner for Pollux... however, the firefighter's girlfriend was not such a fan, so Pollux was returned. The firefighter was so committed to Pollux, however, that until Pollux was adopted, the firefighter would come over on his days off and take Pollux out - to Starbuck's, to run around at the park, to visit people - great for Pollux to get out and socialize. His forever home found him just recently - a police officer and his wife - both of whom were totally committed to Pollux. The police officer grew up with a 3/4 Timber Wolf/GSD mix so Pollux's wolfy shyness didn't bother him at all. The wife was also not at all worried about any of the skittishness - and I made sure they both knew all of Pollux's "strange" habits/behaviors before they took him home for a "trial period"... The home is local - which is great as I was not only able to personally verify the home, but also return to give lessons to help him settle in. I am happy to say that Pollux fell in love with his new people and is VERY happy being an "only dog." He bonded with them very quickly - and they love him completely - quirky behaviors and all. He will be neutered and is a very-much-loved pet - climbing into their laps and kissing and just so happy to be somewhere where he is not expected to be anything other than the goofy sweet puppy he really is.

11-08-2011, 10:53	#7
Tassle Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Cornwall Posts: 137	For the record....Yes - I rescue (two of my current dogs are) and I do a lot of home checking, I deal with behaviour calls for a local rescue centre and Will do private rehomes as we are seen as the local 'dog' people! I am sure many others on here do similar if not more, possibly it might be worth checking before suggesting that people are just in it to 'criticise'. I am very glad Pollux has found his forever home and wish him all the luck with it. It would be nice for the owners to join and share how they are doing with him. It would be lovely to see him in his forever home with people who want him for him

11-08-2011, 19:22	#12
Priska182 Canadian Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Montréal Posts: 423	Hi Sara, I'm really glad for Pollux that he finally find HIS home I wish him and his new familly all the best Best regards, __________________ Stéphanie www.inugami.ca

19-08-2011, 13:15	#13
Tazer Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 77	And she/they didn't think about this before they took him on. Sighs Bloody hell, some people give up far to easy. Perhaps walking him using a head collar would have made it easier/possible for her to handle him, when he has one of those moments. Sorry to here it didn't work out...again. Poor Pollux all this going back and forth between people can't be helping him settle down. Taz __________________ Never argue with idiots. they drag you down to their level, then beat you with experience.

19-08-2011, 20:56	#14
tupacs2legs rookie Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: london Posts: 320	Did they think he was going to shrink and age ten years?? Poor boy

20-08-2011, 21:44	#15
BigBill Junior Member Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 6	I so wish we had a place with room, he would get along well with our pair I'm sure. We are still looking for a house in Louisiana or Mississippi.

21-08-2011, 13:37	#16
Tazer Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 77	It is so very sad. I feel sorry for the fireman, he clearly loves Pollux and is prepared to take him qwerks and all. What a fool the girlfriend sounds, giving up on what seems to be a wonderful dog, simply because he got a bit over enthusiastic with his greeting. Shakes head some people. I really do wish I lived closer, he'd fit in well here. Hope some day soon he will find someone who is willing and able to give him the home he deserves. Taz __________________ Never argue with idiots. they drag you down to their level, then beat you with experience.

22-08-2011, 11:03	#19
Tazer Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 77	Lol, indeed. Taz __________________ Never argue with idiots. they drag you down to their level, then beat you with experience.

11-08-2011, 20:11	#20
Gypsy Wolf Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Florida & Minnesota U.S. Posts: 252	Already mentioned the forum to them - hoping they will join. There are too few resources for vlcak folks here in the U.S. They are hoping he will continue to make progress toward eliminating the shy/skittish behavior as he is socialized and they would like very much to do Therapy work with him, if he is comfortable with that. He is still quite young, so we'll see how it goes. We miss him and his quirky personality, too... his smile and his crazy burrow-under-the-covers thing...

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