You go to someone's house for dinner. When you get there, they have a dog who immediately begins jumping on you when you walk in the door. They don't do or say anything to the dog to make it stop. When you sit down on the sofa, the dog jumps up on the sofa and gets in your lap and starts trying to lick your face. You send signals that indicate to your host that you don't like this sort of thing, but they don't call the dog down or do anything to make it stop. When you sit down to dinner, the dog parks itself beside your chair and stares up at you the whole time you are eating. Again, the host ingores what the dog is doing. After dinner, the dog follows you all over the house and starts the jumping/licking thing again.
Don't get me wrong, I love animals. But isn't there some kind of responsibility on the pet owner to make sure their pets aren't harassing their guests, especially if the guest uses body language to convey their discomfort at being subject to such behavior?
2006-11-14 11:06:06 · 37 answers · asked by spun up's evil inner child 2 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
Personally, I love dogs and it doesn't bother me when they jump on me and give me kisses. However, I agree that it can sometimes be annoying, especially with a really persistent pooch! You should definitely speak up to your host or hostess, however, keep in mind that pet owners can be very sensitive about their pets! Something like, "I really think your dog likes me a little too much" should do the trick. If they still don't get the hint, gently push the dog away from you while saying "No". Or better yet, suggest going out to dinner instead of staying in!!
2006-11-14 11:20:48 · answer #1 · answered by bugged 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds to me that your host was a bit off in left field when reading the obvious signals you were sending. Apparently this behavior does not bother them in the slightest. I guess the only thing you can do next time (if there is a next time) is to gently push the dog down. You can love on the dog and scratch his ears etc. Tell the DOG you like him but you really dont like him to jump on you. If your host is too stupid after hearing you say that then I would probably not go to visit them anymore. I have a friend whos dogs run amuck and run and jump on you the second you walk in the door. I made it pretty clear the first time it happened by standing up with my arms crossed and avoiding the dogs that I wasnt going to be "attacked". My host had enough sense to realize what was going on and immediately called the dogs back. Good luck with your "charming" host.
2006-11-14 11:12:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think this is incredibly rude! I have a dog who tends to get quite excited when people come over. So I either, put him outside, in his bed (garage), or I make him stay on his bed, unless I know people don't REALLY REALLY care about the dog. Plus I hate dog hair so I usually have him out of the house anyways.
He's not too social because I do that, but I know how dogs are and how annoying they can be.
I feel for ya...maybe you should say something next time... :)
2006-11-14 11:21:41 · answer #3 · answered by the_proms 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Instead of using body language to your host, use some firm language to the dog, If you let him dominate you, he will keep on doing that. If you grab him by the neck (without hurting him) and press him down to the ground you're making clear to him that you are the dominant party and that he has to do as he's told. Loads of dog owners don't raise their dogs right and they have no control over him or her. The actions above will also make it very clear to the owners that you are bothered by their animal's behavior.
2006-11-14 11:10:47 · answer #4 · answered by chocolatebunny 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
if this happened to u, u should have said something to ur host or put the dog in its place urself, since ur host was to ignorant to do something themself. It is totally rude and unacceptable that anyone should have to put up with that kind of behavior from an animal or its owner and u may print this up and give it to ur host that was so rude. I happen to love animals too but never would i let my pet act in this fashion.
2006-11-14 11:11:30 · answer #5 · answered by Nora G 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Actually you want to keep a distance from people like that. They're actually warped and get a kick out of seeing people discomfitted like that. I'm not an animal lover. Unless of course they're properly cooked. Withal, yes you do have to excercise responsibility with an animal. It's satisfying to be asked again on an invitation and in no uncertain terms let the person know you're onto them along with a rejection.
2006-11-14 11:10:00 · answer #6 · answered by vanamont7 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It is up to the owners to be the alpha of their pack & they should take responsibility to make sure their guests are comfortable. If that means taking classes to teach them how to work with the dog then that's what they should do.
2006-11-14 11:13:48 · answer #7 · answered by Shadow 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I totally agree with you. I have animals and I will not let my animals jump on people. If I have company over I usually either put the dogs outside or close them up in the bedroom.
2006-11-14 11:11:47 · answer #8 · answered by Marenight 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I love dogs, don't know if it would bother me as much as it bothered you.... some dogs are really annoying cause they're extra friendly. If someone came to my house and my dog did that sort of thing (which he won't do cause he doesn't like strangers), I would definately call him and stop him.
You should have said something, I know it may be a little emberrassing but it wasn't fair on you.
2006-11-14 11:10:25 · answer #9 · answered by malteser*_* 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Yes, people with dogs should realize that what they think is cute. Others may not. They should have put the dog outside or contained in another room.
2006-11-14 11:12:40 · answer #10 · answered by Crazy Cat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋