Sherab 2,337 Posted March 26, 2014 Report Share Posted March 26, 2014 (edited) So back to Bandit - honestly this is a rare opportunity to have a house broken, already teethed young adult dog. If you pair that with a puppy it's heaven because the adult dog takes all the chewing, jumping and energy that would otherwise be directed at you. I can tell you that having an older dog that is trained rubs off on the puppy and also makes your life easier too. Edited March 26, 2014 by Sherab 1 Link to post Share on other sites
miz molly 1,800 Posted March 26, 2014 Report Share Posted March 26, 2014 So back to Bandit - honestly this is a rare opportunity to have a house broken, already teethed young adult dog. If you pair that with a puppy it's heaven because the adult dog takes all the chewing, jumping and energy that would otherwise be directed at you. I can tell you that having an older dog that is trained rubs off on the puppy and also makes your life easier too. I totally agree. Link to post Share on other sites
Denise E. 1,485 Posted March 26, 2014 Report Share Posted March 26, 2014 I'm still torn over it. I couldn't adopt until late June anyway and it wouldn't be in place of a puppy. Still waiting ... I know I want two AI Dogs in the household at some point. It will be nice! I just don't know if it can happen for me at this time. .... kicking myself Link to post Share on other sites
miz molly 1,800 Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 Quote from Kim laFlamme: From an AI dog owner in CO; We met Bandit today, and he is a very sweet dog. He is about 10-15 # overweight but still quick on his feet and very playful.Fena, of course, tried to take his face off, but he was such a gentleman. The four played for about 1/2 hour.I think he could go right into a home, one with other dogs or small children would work, but he would be fine as an only child, too, he just needs some attention.I'd take him in a minute if I had room. Very smart, would love having something to do I'm sure.Dave will ship him or drive him anywhere just to get him in a good home. They know they don't have the time for him now with 4 small children, all being home schooled.Nice people, really want the best for Bandit. We are going to arrange some play dates in the interim.Sheila Here is a possibility to get #1, # 2 or #3 or #4 AIdog that is past puppy stage, and can teach a younger pup the things we humans can't. He sounds fantastic. I hope we can find Bandit a new home soon. Link to post Share on other sites
Sherab 2,337 Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 Miz. M, some people might hesitate because they are on the puppy list and might be afraid that if they take Bandit they will loose the place on the puppy list. I wouldn't think that would be the case and I would rather think that instant pack (pup and older dog) would be a great combo. Am I right? Link to post Share on other sites
miz molly 1,800 Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 Miz. M, some people might hesitate because they are on the puppy list and might be afraid that if they take Bandit they will loose the place on the puppy list. I wouldn't think that would be the case and I would rather think that instant pack (pup and older dog) would be a great combo. Am I right? Quote Kim laflamme: Here's the answer; No they would not loose there spot ... but what we are mainly looking for is members that already have an AI dog, that get first choice, getting another older AI dog. It's important to us to know that owners that already have an AI dog are best at training & just knowing the breed & someone we can trust to take on an adult dog that may need some re-hab training in some area's. But that is not written in stone, you don't have to already have an AI dog to take on an AI dog ... there are exceptions to every rule - But getting Bandit would have nothing to do with them already getting a puppy. Link to post Share on other sites
mommom 371 Posted April 1, 2014 Report Share Posted April 1, 2014 I am so buttering up the better half on this right now!! 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Allison 2,369 Posted April 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 For forum;I could tell it was very hard for Dave's family to make this harddecision ... but it also says a lot for them to make the right choice forBandit. It's very important for owners to fully understand the promise theysign of, "sending their AI dog back to us, if for ANY REASON & ANY TIME,they can not take proper care or feel they would be better off with a homethat fits them better or has the time. Thanks to our forum & many dogfriends, we have a list of AI dog owners that are looking for older AI dogs.Thanks Dave & thanks to all the offers of homes from our AI dog membersgroup .... another happy ending ... and honoring Lucky that passed on tooearly -Kim La Flamme ~ founder/trustee of the AIDog breed for over 45 years --www.indiandogs.com Kim,I spoke with Karen in TX this morning after you had called about her. Shereally sounds like a great fit for Bandit as you said, and I think he'llreally thrive with her and her fiancé. Specially since they lost an AI dognamed Lucky a few years ago & are on the waiting list now. We're working outdetails to actually get him to her in the near future. ~snip~ I really appreciate your help and coordination. This really shows your loveand dedication to each pup you give away. ...your approach is so muchbetter than the alternatives (Craigslist, the pound, etc...).Thank you,Dave Thanks to everyone who showed interest. You guys are really stellar people. 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Sherab 2,337 Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 YAY!!!! Link to post Share on other sites
miz molly 1,800 Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 Hooooooooo raaaaaa! Link to post Share on other sites
oocahtah 197 Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 that is just such good news Link to post Share on other sites
Carolyn 454 Posted April 3, 2014 Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 I love happy endings! 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Allison 2,369 Posted April 3, 2014 Author Report Share Posted April 3, 2014 This is truly one of the most rewarding parts of this job, taking care of our dogs, no matter what age, or circumstance. I think you would be hard pressed to find a breeder that is as committed to seeing his dogs happy and cared for, as Kim La Flamme. Thanks, again, to all of you who stepped up and offered yourselves, your time, and your homes. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Gib 291 Posted April 4, 2014 Report Share Posted April 4, 2014 Whew.....A literal sigh of relief.... I didn't even realize I was holding my breath for Bandit. .... can breathe a little easier now..... 1 Link to post Share on other sites
mommom 371 Posted April 4, 2014 Report Share Posted April 4, 2014 I'm so happy this works out so perfectly, for all of us. And thank you to Kim and Dave for such sweet words to honor Lucky, it made me cry to read them. We will honor Lucky and Bandit both and continue the wonderful tradition of AI Dogs in the process. Thank you to all of you for your support and clear love of these dogs. It is so wonderful to find a group of folks who feel the same way I/we do. Couldn't be happier!! 3 Link to post Share on other sites
Sherab 2,337 Posted April 4, 2014 Report Share Posted April 4, 2014 Congratulations mommom on being a mom. Guess you will be mommommom and when the puppy comes.... 3 Link to post Share on other sites
Denise E. 1,485 Posted April 5, 2014 Report Share Posted April 5, 2014 Howling with the pack (all of you!) with JOY!!!! So glad this difficult time has a silver lining!!!! 1 Link to post Share on other sites
drichard 481 Posted April 5, 2014 Report Share Posted April 5, 2014 So happy that Bandit has found a new home! This has been weighing on my mind. I am also very excited to discover that there is another AI Dog family so close to us. We are in Little Elm, TX! We're on the waiting list for our first puppy. 2 Link to post Share on other sites
mommom 371 Posted April 6, 2014 Report Share Posted April 6, 2014 Oh how cool! Maybe once all our little ones are settled, we could arrange a play date or three. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
drichard 481 Posted April 6, 2014 Report Share Posted April 6, 2014 We would love that! So happy you're getting Bandit. We spent a lot of time talking about it but it just wasn't a good fit for us. So happy he'll be close by and loved! 1 Link to post Share on other sites
miz molly 1,800 Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 Oh what a relief it is. Congratulations to you "mommommom," Thank you so much for stepping up for this wonderful AIdog. So happy for Dave that his worries and concerns for Bandit are over, but most of all happy for Bandit cuz he has a wonderful new home. .......And they all lived happily ever after. 3 Link to post Share on other sites
mommom 371 Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 I am looking forward to keeping you all updated! (Can someone point me to or explain how to do the inline photo thing?) Link to post Share on other sites
miz molly 1,800 Posted April 7, 2014 Report Share Posted April 7, 2014 I am looking forward to keeping you all updated! (Can someone point me to or explain how to do the inline photo thing?) When you post a photo, if you don't press the return key on your key board, the photos will be placed in a horizontal position across the page. If you press the return key on your key board, they will go in a vertical position going down the page. I hope this helps. Link to post Share on other sites
tschuh 3 Posted April 9, 2014 Report Share Posted April 9, 2014 (edited) Whew..... Been a crazy couple of weeks with work (which probably hacked mommom off a bit) but the majority of the effort is now behind me.Our beloved Lucky: Edited April 9, 2014 by tschuh 1 Link to post Share on other sites
mommom 371 Posted April 15, 2014 Report Share Posted April 15, 2014 I am so excited, anxious, happy, scared, all in a tizzy of mixed emotions, ready to meet the Bandit-boy. I blubbered last night, worrying whether he would like me, whether he would like us, like his new home, what if, what if...missing Luck-Luck. Old and new mixing into a big froth of OMG. This is really happening! Hope momma can make it a few more weeks until the baby comes... Link to post Share on other sites
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