Ethical question
My dog of 12 years died in February, I begin fostering a sweet boy in March only because he was losing his mind in the shelter. I just could not decide if he was right for me, but with him I was able to sleep in my dark thoughts went away. He’s very high energy and I finally learned how to maintain a good balance. But then adopters came and did a meet and greet and they have another dog and they’re very good with structure and rules and he’s part border collie so I thought this could be good. However, after they adopted him, I have been in full-blown regret and sadness and all I can think about is him.
I did not get to say goodbye because the Shelter didn’t inform me the adoption was taking place. The adopters are willing to let me see him again. I know for a fact that he’s not doing as well as he was with me (pacing , doesn’t get to run as often, not allowed to sleep in bed or be on couches, had a lead that wraps around his nose for pulling aka isn’t allowed to sniff) and I am going to offer to buy him back from them.
Is this super messed up of me? Maybe he has settled in and they are all one big happy family and I’m going to come in and try to break things up? Or maybe he’s truly not happy and wants to be back with me.
WHAT WOULD YOU DO