Heartbroken :( Need to find a foster family/rehome for our Lola ASAP!

[Laura & Lola]

     I have cried for days thinking about what I have to write here.... we need to find a new home for our Lola.  Here's a quick summary.... we brought Lola home in October 2010 (her birthday is August 12th), and her and I bonded quickly as I was home all day with her.  She is our first baby! I still have her little pink blankie we brought her home in <3 Life was good :) We owned our own home and had our second (human) baby, in 2012. 

     Then I became disabled :( Hubby's paycheck didn't cover all the bills.  We had to fill bankruptcy and lost our home to foreclosure :( We were able to move into my mom's house for awhile.  However she was diagnosed with cancer in October.  She couldn't handle the chaos of a toddler and dog while dealing with her health issues so we moved out.  The only place available that we could afford doesn't allow dogs :(  I miss my Lola!! :( Mom is keeping her until we can find her a new home.  We need to find one ASAP though!

      We're in the middle of disability appeals, and when I get approved we would be able to afford to move to a place where we could bring Lola with us.  However, there is no way to tell how long it will take for my disability to get approved.. could be months or years :( I would LOVE to find a temporary foster home for her.  I can't imagine my life without her!! But I understand it's not fair to ask someone to take her in without any idea of a time table.  So we are looking also into rehoming her :(  Is there anyone in northern Ohio that would be willing to keep in touch with us and let us know how Lola is doing? I'd love to be able to visit her as well.  At least on Christmas and her birthday when I'll be missing her the most :(

     A little info on our Lola..... she's a mini (32lbs), black with tuxedo markings.  She's up to date on all her shots. (and fixed).  She took an obedience course in 2012.  She knows sit, lay down, and stay (although she has a hard time with that one!).  We worked with her on jumping up on people, but she still gets excited when visitors come over and has a tendency to jump.  She LOVES to be around people.  She was an only dog though so I'm not sure how she would get along with other pets.  She loves to chase leaves in the fall, jump in the snow in the winter, catch bubbles in the summer, and let the wind blow her hair back in the spring :) At night she would like to be laying right next to the bed, or if she can't be near people she prefers to be cuddled up in her crate.  We say "sleepy time" and she runs to her crate and waits for her bedtime snack of cheerios.  We love her very much!!! Hoping someone on here has some good advice on a temporary foster home or rehome for our Lola <3

[Debb, Lucy & Oscar]

Laura, I'm so very sorry to hear your story, and hopefully this will have a happy ending. Here's a thought, have you tried contacting a local news station to give them your story? News stations love your kind of story and you might be surprised the doors that open once others learn of it. It's worth a shot.

[Laurie, Fudge, and Vern]

Another great idea. Or try contacting the Ellen show. She loves a story like this and it would be worth a try. 

[Sue, Murphy and Bella ()*o*()]

Ricki's idea really was brilliant and I hope you can look into that option. A friend told me today that she found one place today that allows her 11 yo pitbull to live there only if she was considered an support or service dog. So she is getting her certified as such. IF it can work for a pitbull, I hope it could work for Lola.

[Joanne ~ Spud*]

I live in  Ohio.  I'm down in the Akron area two  hours away.  Call/write me if you need me.  

Love Ricki's idea the most. Hope you can find a way this will work for you

[Sooner Mom]

I am so sorry this has happened to your family.  All I can say to give you hope is that we looked for a situation like this before we gave a breeder a deposit and could not find one so I hope there is someone near you looking for the same thing.  I would encourage you to share your story and pictures with people in your area who might know older families.  We would not have not been able to give the dog back if we had children but at this stage of our life we would be so happy for you if you were able to have Lola back and I bet there are others who could too.  You just need to get the word out on social media until you find the right person to help you.  There is a Wannabe Doodle group on Doodle Kisses.  I saw some people on there looking for rehomed dogs.  Maybe post there.  Good luck.  It only takes one person.  We will hope for someone close so you can keep in touch.  

[Wynnie & Jim]

Laura,

I spoke to my DW about your situation and we would be willing to be a foster home to Lola until your situation improves. We have a 22 lbs/16 month old mini Goldendoodle who is well schooled and adored by her owners. We live in central New York, are retired and would be willing to pick Lola up. If and when you want Lola back, we will return her to you. We would be willing to provide references. I am not sure how to go off line and friend you to work out the details but I am sure others on this site can tell us how to make a connection via friends. Distance, of course, is a problem for you on Lola's birthday, so I would understand if preferred someone closer to where you live.

But, the offer stands. We would gladly foster home Lola for you. We are glad to help you out in this difficult time. We will take good care of her and will promise to return Lola to you.

[Laurie, Wally & Charlotte]

This place is filled with the most incredible people ever! What a generous and thoughtful offer. I am profoundly moved by your willingness to help this family -- strangers, really -- in such a selfless way. 

[F, Calla & Luca]

I agree, amazing generosity.

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

What a kind and generous offer.

[Leslie, Yogi & Maci Bear]

Wow, such an incredible offer! So heartwarming.

[Laurie, Wally & Charlotte]

Does anyone know if Laura and Jim have figured out how to get in touch with one another?

[Wynnie & Jim]

I have not heard from Laura. I imagine that she is weighing all the wonderful suggestions and options that were posted in response to her plea. I believe that the best option is for Laura to ask a medical professional for a note saying that Lola is needed for her emotional well being and support. Whatever the case, my offer still stands. I will gladly foster home, Lola.