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[goldensrbest]

I had to sell my home, moved into a very small place, the yard here is very small ,had 3 acres where i was, my golden clancy who will be 4 in auguast, he is with the breeder a wonderful lady, may have to give him up i can't  get out to walk him,and yard here is tiny,very close units here,please be nice in answering my thread.

[CarolinaGirl88]

I'm sorry; this does sound like a big adjustment. I hope you can work out a way to keep your dog. 

[tends2dogs]

I am sorry that you are in this position.  No one knows what the circumstances of our life will be.

Having to give up your dog is really tough and I am sure he is a great comfort, not to mention company. Is there any possible way that you could hire a dog walker?   There are many people in our neighborhood that can no long take their dogs for walks, but they have a dog walker come daily. 

If you have a place to let Clancy out to do his business, a dog walker may be the answer.

Wishing you the best and that you can work something out that is best for you and Clancy.  I am sure he would rather be with you than anyone else.  

[on the bay]

@goldensrbest,

I was thinking too, a dog walker.

With all the changes you have now I know you both will want to be together.

Maybe you can think of some way to repay services with something too, to reduce costs if you need to? Like baking something or anything you can think of. 

I hope something will work out!

[tends2dogs]

One other thing, I don't know your physical capabilities, but sometimes having a pet is a reason to get up in the morning to tend to.  They are something else to focus on other than our own worries.  If it takes longer to do things for Clancy, he doesn't care.

Dogs aren't judgemental.  

[Marp]

@goldensrbest,  please don't take this the wrong way, my intention is pure. I'm basing my begging on past experience with loved ones that have been in similar circumstances.

Please, please, please discuss what you are going through and how you are feeling with your doctor. 

The emotional impact of having to give up a beloved home along with the possibility of having to give up your dog can not only be overwhelming it can trigger the onset of cognitive problems.

I know what has happened to loved ones in a similar situation.  You need to be proactive about your mental and emotional health.

I sincerely hope you are able to work something out so you can keep your dog.

Comforting hugs.

[Estellee]

Sorry to hear about this situation. Maybe your pup could get used to playing and running in your new smaller back yard. I agree what others are saying about a dog walker, if possible. Good luck.

[TheMemphisVette]

clancy does not care how small the yard is

my girl Ellie runs and jumps and chases stuff on the porch!    lol  she is too cute

she gets plenty of exercise on the porch.  we play out there daily.

she gets long walks when her aunty visits

ellie is a 65 lb mixed rescue

[San Antonio Gal]

Hoping you will be happy in your new place @goldensrbest .  Please consider what other posters are saying about a dog walker.  It would be very difficult to give up your beloved baby.  Best to you.

[SilleeMee]

@goldensrbest 

I was thinking of you just recently. Was wondering how you were doing with your move and your having to give up your golden boy. It must be difficult and I pray that you will get through this challenging time in your life right now. If you feel like it's hopeless then seek help from people there who can offer you help. I would if I were in your shoes.