I’m on 100% disability & my Female Rottweiler just went to sleep after being with me for 12.5 years, she is the love in my life & I will never be able to replace her but I ask (because of my sister) is there a way for me to again be able to find another female rottweiler puppy I can afford? Thank you.
Sure, there are rescue groups and many purebred come through shelters everyday. You can even put in a request for a certain type of dog and when one comes in many shelters will call you. GOOD LUCK!
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don’t know what you can afford. no one is going to give you a puppy. then you need to figure out vet bills and food.
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Many people on disability have wonderful, well cared for, canine companions. I would suggest you look into Rottie rescue since this is often an affordable option, plus you can save a life.
http://www.rottrescue.org
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The SPCA has programs for elderly folks. They’ll give older dogs to older people for free.
As an elderly person, it’s not fair to get a puppy that will outlive you. So many dogs wind up in shelters because elderly owners die. Getting an older dog will be a better fit.
Cheers!
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Of course! What disability? Like, in a wheelchair? If so, you can train her to pull it! I think it’s a great idea! I have a Rotty too! Aren’t they the best! I’m sorry about your loss, but she lived a long life! Good Luck!
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Sure, there are rescue groups and many purebred come through shelters everyday. You can even put in a request for a certain type of dog and when one comes in many shelters will call you. GOOD LUCK!
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If you are elderly and disabled, a puppy is not a good idea. Take a look at Petfinder.com or dogsindanger.com and find a dog in a shelter or rescue that needs your help. You will be saving the life of one of these amazing animals, and saving yourself a lot of money.
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Try the ASPCA. But make sure you have a "backup" adopter if she ends up outliving you. Good luck!
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sure, I bet you can find a rottweiler in shelter or rescue for a fair adoption fee http://www.petfinder.com
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I’m not sure where you are going with your 100% disability. You need to be able to pay for vet bills, food, licenses, etc.
I agree with another poster, that a puppy is not a good idea for an elderly man whose only income is disability money. A puppy needs a lot of activity from his master.
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I have found two of my babies on puppyfind.com. You could get lucky and find a cheaper rottweiler close to home.
You could also visit the website animal planet endorses. I cannot remember the name, but I remember it was a good website. It listed animal shelters near your zip code. I believe it also allows you to look for certain breeds as well. And of course animal shelter puppies(all dogs of all ages are puppies) are normally cheaper.
And of course you could use a search engine to find breed specific rescues.
Hope I helped!
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My own puppy searches
There are many wonderful pets, some even purebred, at the animal shelter. I am sure that you would find the perfect pet at an affordable price. .
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Breed specific rescue.
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Sure. Lots of Rottweilers in Shelters & in Rescue. Cost will be lots less & the dog will be vaccinated, altered & micro-chipped too. Get you off to a real nice start. Training classes for adopted shelter or rescue dogs are sometimes offered for free or a reduced rate too. And you will be doing a really nice thing giving one of these dogs a forever home. So sorry you lost your long-time friend. Hope you find another lovely Rottie girl to share your life with.
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Check with your local Rottweiler rescue group. If you cannot afford to adopt a dog right now, consider being a foster parent. Rescues are always looking for people to take in fosters, and you might even be able to work out something where you could pay off an adoption fee over time, and then have your pick of dogs when one fitting your needs/wants comes in.
Remember that dogs do require food, vet visits, shots, and general care. They don’t come cheap, even for a "free" dog. But, if you are able to put money aside to care for and feed a big dog like a Rottie, then more power to you! A dog is a great companion and will actually help you feel better and live longer.
Good luck!
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Dog owner/owned by dogs for many years….proud Mama to four "recycled" Bassets