I have a standard poodle, a sheltie and a persian. My boyfriend has a mini schnauzer mix, an english setter and a siamese. We were given a guinea pig and bearded dragon by family when they had to relocate. I do most (pretty much all) animal care (pottying, feeding, watering, etc) every day. It’s not generally a bother but we have recently moved in with family and the living space isn’t very big. I’m considering rehoming my Persian and my sheltie. The Persian is my dream kitty and she’s a sweetheart to people, just doesn’t like other animals. I feel like she would be better with someone who has less pets so that she gets more attention and less daily stress. My sheltie is the sweetest little dog. I have not been working on his training like I should be though, so he has little things that need work like barking when he is excited. I want to focus on my poodle. She is my best friend and there’s a bit of a long story attached. I absolutely will not let her go unless I have no choice (including her care of course). All of these animals have just been wearing me out. I already have anxiety and depression, and I am behind on cleaning. When I think of training I’d rather focus on my poodle.. I’m just kind of stuck. I’ve had plenty more pets in the past without this much stress. I feel it’s mainly the size of the home as well as the fact I now have a child. It does not help that he knows and loves each of our furkids.
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