Originally Posted By RoadTrip Some folks may have seen my post about going to South Dakota to pick up a fur-baby last Friday. It was a beautiful 3 year old female Yorkie named Dixie. We got Dixie home and she was just a delight! She was probably the calmest, best-behaved dog I've ever seen... even in unfamiliar surroundings. She seemed to bond quickly with my wife and followed her around like a shadow. When my wife had to go to the store Dixie stood by the front door and waited for her to return. She was the sweetest little thing you ever saw. But our joy was short lived. My wife has always been extremely allergic to cats and dogs. She heard that Yorkies might be OK for people with allergies and she had always wanted one. But even with taking Claritin my wife was so choked up by Sunday morning that she was having a hard time breathing and had to use an inhaler. It was clear that Dixie was not going to work out. It maybe would have worked if my wife never held her or slept in the same room with her, but she could not imagine having Dixie around and not being able to hold her. So after bunches of tears we were on our way back to South Dakota on Sunday to return our sweet Dixie. Our time with her had been very sweet, but unbearably short. My wife was really bummed. It is amazing how quickly you can get attached to a dog, and she really did. Of course in this case it was not only the attachment to Dixie, but the realization that she would never be able to fulfill what had been a life-long dream. So we went out to dinner last night and talked and decided there was only one thing that could put her in a better mood... WE'RE GOING TO DISNEY WORLD!! I was able to find a Studio at Saratoga Springs and airfare at a pretty decent price for February 10 - 14. A great little valentine's present if I say so myself. So... a major disappointment followed by an unexpected pleasure. Pretty much how life goes I guess.
Originally Posted By Jim in Merced CA Sorry to hear that, Roadtrip. That sucks. You may recall we adopted two American Eskimo dogs a couple years ago. After the male nipped at my 5 year old neice, and then later nipped at me, we had to take him back to the rescue. It had only been a month, but I had really bonded to that boy dog. It was the right thing to do. Anyway, I feel your pain and send good vibes to you and your wife. Enjoy The Mouse!
Originally Posted By sherrytodd So sorry to hear about little Dixie. She sounds like such a sweet little doggie. You tried to give her a good home and that does count for something. Maybe you could try one of these... <a href="http://www.bbc.co.uk/northyorkshire/content/images/2006/01/25/suki_on_ledge_300x400.jpg" target="_blank">http://www.bbc.co.uk/northyork shire/content/images/2006/01/25/suki_on_ledge_300x400.jpg</a> You guys have fun at Disney World! That kind of goes without saying though.
Originally Posted By mater4 What a sad story. It is good to have Disney in times like these. Have you considered a poodle? They are supposed to be good for people that have allergies so I have heard.
Originally Posted By DlandDug So sorry about the doggie. Yes, it is easy to bond quickly with a loving pet. Have a great time at WDW. (Even though it isn't the HAPPIEST place on earth!)
Originally Posted By RoadTrip <<(Even though it isn't the HAPPIEST place on earth!)>> Perhaps not, but it is the place where I can get lodging for the fewest DVC points!!
Originally Posted By Liberty Belle I'm really sorry to hear about this! Dixie sounded really sweet. >>Have you considered a poodle? They are supposed to be good for people that have allergies so I have heard<< I was going to suggest the same thing, as they have wool rather than hair - assuming it's the hair your wife's allergic to. Have a great time at WDW!
Originally Posted By debtee What a sad story. Poor Dixie must wonder where you and your wife have gone, especially as you were so nice to her.
Originally Posted By beamerdog Sherytodd, don't you dare make fun of that breed - they are the sweetest little things ever. I love them and have wanted one forever. Just one with charcoal skin and not icky spotted, lol. Canine Partners uses poodles for people with breathing problems. Even my friend who ended up having sinus cancer was fine with her standard sized poodle. My son takes allergy shots so he could be with out Lab. It's been almost two years and so far, so good
Originally Posted By beamerdog And, RT, I am so sorry about your having to return little Dixie. She sounded so perfect :- (
Originally Posted By melekalikimaka Aw, I'm so sorry, RT. I bought a dog on Friday, too, and thought of you and your wife a few times this weekend.
Originally Posted By amazedncal2 I'm sorry that you weren't able to keep Dixie. I was also going to suggest a poodle. It was the only dog my super allergic ex brother in law could be around. I think it had something to do with the dander. I also have pretty bad allergies and need quite a bit of time with each new animal in the house before they stop, it's not a pleasant time. Dogs or cats can't ever be on my bed or in my face but they get plenty of hugs and scratches, I just need to wash my hands right after as if I touch my eyes, my lids puff up. I've never had a reaction quite like your wifes though, she must have felt awful in all kinds of ways. Have a wonderful vacation!
Originally Posted By chickendumpling Aw, Trippy (and Mrs. Trippy). I'm sorry. Better to have loved and lost though, right? One of my girlfriend's husband is very allergic but they found success with a Bichon Frise. I'm sure you guys have already researched hypo-allergenic dogs, but here's a link just in case you decided to give doggie love another chance. <a href="http://tinyurl.com/yp8nga" target="_blank">http://tinyurl.com/yp8nga</a> And Valentine's @ WDW?! Awesome idea!
Originally Posted By debtee I hope I'm not going to be the bad guy here as I'm not trying to cause any ripples and Trippy knows I like him and I'm sure his wife is sad at losing this little doggie. I'm just getting frustrated that everyone keeps giving suggestions of another dog to "try". A dog is a long term commitment. This Dixie obviously took to Trippy's wife and is now back looking for a new home, probably confused as to what she did wrong. Roadtrip has not mentioned getting another dog and I think this is the smart thing to do, for the time being. Ps...Congrats Mele...what kind of dog?
Originally Posted By Liberty Belle Deb, you make a good point. FWIW, I meant to spend some time around poodles (or a similar type of dog) to see if they caused Mrs Trippy's allergies to flare up so they could consider getting one later on, rather than actually buying or 'adopting' one and seeing if it worked out then.
Originally Posted By RoadTrip <<A dog is a long term commitment. This Dixie obviously took to Trippy's wife and is now back looking for a new home, probably confused as to what she did wrong.>> Dixie was in our home less than 48 hours. We were very conscious of the potential impact on her which is why we returned her so quickly. Others were advising us to keep her and see if things would work out if my wife got allergy shots, etc. We didn't want to do that because there was no guarantee that allergy shots would work and if we had to return Dixie after more time it would have been harder for both her and us. Dixie went back to the woman who had her from the time she was born. I'm sure she is very happy now and looked at her short time with us as a road trip and nothing else.
Originally Posted By debtee I'm pleased you didn't take offense to what I said Trippy, it was aimed at the other's suggestions of a new dog. Thanks for clarifying Kez. Mele..she sounds adorable, I wish you years of happiness ahead with her!
