Shedding may cause me to give up my dog ...

[coppperbelle]

As a person who is involved in dog rescue I can tell you that I hear all kinds of excuses from poeple wanting to give up their dogs, most of them lies. At least the original poster was honest however
that is all the credit I can give her. To consider giving up a member of your family or worse yet banishing it to a life alone outdoors because it sheds is unbelievable. Really, how shallow can one be caring more about how your house looks than the animal you brought into it. Sorry, but you will not get any sympathy from me. When I first started fostering years ago my husband wasn't crazy about the idea but he loves me and knows how important this was to me. He has adjusted and is now proud to tell people that WE rescue dogs.
Please just rehome this dog and give it a chance of a life with a family who will love it hair and all.

[we3beagles]

In my experience with rescue I have realized that once the decision is made to give up the dog whether conciously or unconciously people tend to do more harm than good for the dog as time goes on. If in your heart (if you were truthful with yourself) you have decided to rehome him contact a GSD rescue immediately so they can find a suitable foster home or adoptive home. He will not know why his family is acting differently towards him, but he will be able to pick up the subtle vibes of the environment. If you are still unsure there has been a lot of great suggestions so far. If it is in fact excessive for a GSD it may be allergies or glandular problems. Have you taken him to the vet to rule either out?

[technodoll]

i wholeheartedly agree with 4thedogs.

prin, when did Boo gain that 6 lbs?

[Prin]

Oh crap! No, he's only 90. He was 86 for a lonnng time and I combined the two. Sorry about that!

[Frenchy]

Originally Posted by coppperbelle

Really, how shallow can one be caring more about how your house looks than the animal you brought into it.

I second that. Place your dog into a rescue and get a fish.

[technodoll]

Originally Posted by prin

Oh crap! No, he's only 90. He was 86 for a lonnng time and I combined the two. Sorry about that!

well that's because the 6 lbs is on the floor in one big fluffy pile

[breeze]

Originally Posted by technodoll

well that's because the 6 lbs is on the floor in one big fluffy pile

it's not a big fluffy pile it's nakita i was wondering where she went

[Crimson]

Many suggestions and options have been offered.
This thread has run it's course and will now be closed.