Help Me Lie For My Dogs?

Question

So here's the deal. My girlfriend and I live with her parents in a seperate buidling from their house. Our dogs are 2 years old and 1 year old. They've never slept outside before untill last night. Her parents think that the dogs have some type of skin mites or something like that. Even though I don't I'm about to leave to take them to the vet and I will check this when I get back. Help us think of a good lie to tell her for us to be able to keep them inside again. The only thing I could think of was something like telling her that the vet said that if they have been house dogs lately then they don't need to be outside because their hair is adjusting to the cold or they need to be kept as clean as possible or something last night. I mean ... It was 21 degrees F last night. Help us think of a lie that sounds good with smart technical terms like a doctor / vet would say. Thanks all!

Answer 1

you dont need a lie, if its that cold, its unsafe to leave animals out,,,, while yes they have hair/fur,,,, that doesnt protect them from that type weather,, pick up any newspaper, listen to a news forecast,, or even ask the vet about it, you then could tell her what the vet says, as they will say bring the dogs in,,,,,, why do you need a lie? the vet will check them,,,, dogs dont really get skin mites, i dont think, fleas yes, but not often in winter time,,,,,

Answer 2

Move out?

LOL...aiding and embedding...but I am only doing this because I agree they do not need to be outside.
Tell them that they said the dog was slightly anemic (low iron in blood, it's a deficiency) which tends to make the body temp a little colder than normal so the vet said that it would not be healthy to put it outside and to keep it warm....and say that you told the vet they need to be outside, and explained the parents and the vet didn't think that was such a good idea.
If they have skin mites then you could fend for them both by saying they need to have an ointment put on them (sulfadene, make sure you go buy it though) which gets thier skin wet and will cause them to be colder.
Tell them that the doctor preached about how hypothermia affect the body read this....
.Hypothermia occurs when body core temperature lowers below 35°C/95°F. The onset can be subtle and creep up on you. Hypothermia does NOT require temperatures below freezing to occur, in fact more people/ animals die of hypothermia in the summer than in the winter!


Mild symptoms include shivering, blue extremities, numbness, tingling, and blotchy skin.
Severe symptoms include decreased coordination (core temperatures below 33.5°C/92°F), muscle rigidity, slow breathing, and slow or irregular pulse (the heart can be irregular below 32°C/90°F, and below 28°C/82°F, heart rate decreases by 50%). This can progress to dilated and fixed pupils, absent reflexes, and cardiac arrest and death below 25°C/77°F
1. Know the enemies - Cold, Wind, Wetness.
If not treated promptly, lethargy, cardiac arrest, shock, and coma can set in.
If they still persist that is mean these dogs are too young and not conditioned to this.
GOOD LUCK! Let me know how this works out!

Answer 3

LIE #1 (although this states the truth): Dogs are pack animals by nature and should be indoors with their family. Leaving them isolated in backyards, they are highly likely to develop serious behavioral problems making them aggressive, un-socialized and can even be considered cruel.
LIE #2 (although this states the truth): without proper shelter, the dogs can not remain outside. The need the following - fenced in backed yard; water bowl with heater so the water does not freeze and it must remain freshened twice a day; dog house with bedding for warmth from the cold, protection from harsh elements and shade from sun. Dogs that are tied up or chained outside suffer extreme frustration which can result in hyperactivity and/or aggression against you, your family or friends. Dogs that are tied up cannot escape from other animals or people who mean to do them harm.
LIE #3 (although this states the truth): Dogs are den animals by nature, also. They like to have a safe, quiet, and secure place to sleep, rest, and hang out, such as your house. A dog who resides more in your house than in the yard is a much happier, content animal, because of the security of a den and your companionship.
The two types of the most common mange: demodex and sarcoptic mange. A skin scraping can determine which, if any, is present (although a skin scraping is not 100%). Either way, treatment form the vet will be necessary. Sarcoptic mange, a.k.a scabies, is zoonotic, meaning you can catch it, so it's very important to have it diagnosed. Since both are treatable and to not treat a dog who has it would be cruel, your dogs don't have to stay outside. With proper care, they will be healthy indoor dogs that your g/f's Mom will just have to accept or you may need to find a new place to live.

Answer 4

I'd recommend getting your dogs all checked out for any health issues, make sure they have all their current shots, are on a good flea/tick protection plan. And than be honest with the folks and reasonable present the facts about not wanting the dogs outside.

Several good reasons for them being inside the house..their pack animals and they want to be with you guys. They've accustomed to being indoors and suddenly throwing them out would be cruel. Being a primarily indoor animal will increase their life span. That since you ar the humans living in the cottage and not them, you guys want the dogs with you.

If they should express concerns about mites, fleas, etc... reassure them that the dogs are in good health, explain the preventive measures you gone through to keep them pest free...take them to the vet with you and have them speak to the doc to reassure them of the healthiness of the dogs. If the folks have other issues about the dogs being iside..maybe they're worried about damage or something...reassure them that you would be responsible for any damage caused by the dogs and if something does happen...do follow through and be responsible.

And not lieing to the folks would be further proof that you and the g/f are responsible.

Answer 5

yeah tell them b/c they have been living indoors since birth they do not have the immune system to withstand the outdoors all night. not to mention doing so will expose the dogs to the kinds of fleas and mites her parents don't want. if the dog remains indoors with you then they will be cleaner, healthier and you can even give them flea drops. the rule can be that the dogs not enter the main house however you should be allowed to decide what happens in your home.

Answer 6

I feel where your coming from in this situation and it's not really lying because what I'm about to tell you is true. Like people, dogs need to be healthy to enjoy life. Dogs are our friends, companions and often our guardians, but since they are also totally dependent on us for their well-being, it is our responsibility to look after them properly.

( Now this the part I made up..) Tell your parents that the vet says that domesticated dogs that are used to being inside will develope Hip-dysplasia a disorder in the joints of dogs that accur when it's cold outside...But it sounds about right don't it? hehe ..

Answer 7

I wouldn't lie. When you lie, you lose huge credibility with your girlfriend's parents, and you really can't afford to do that. Plus, you don't need to lie, either.

You *can* use your vet as a buffer to allow your pets to live inside instead of in the winter cold. If they really don't have mites (or fleas, or mange, or whatever) you can say the vet cleared them for health reasons. Animals used to living indoors do NOT have the heavy winter fur coat and fat layer needed to survive the cold, and to make them suffer is cruel. Your vet will tell you that, and will be happy to vouch for you if your girlfriend's parents call him to confirm this. So will the Animal Cruelty Society.

Please consider the underlaying reasons your girlfriend's parents are unhappy with indoor dogs/pets. It may not be mites or whatever. It may be a previous bad experience with rowdy, uncontrolled animals who urinate and defecate indoors and destroy furnishings. Your dogs are very young and energetic, and they see that there may be problems ahead if the dogs live indoors.
Parents tend to do that... we look ahead to see what the potential problems might be and adjust to prevent bad things from happening.

I suggest you provide indoor lockable kennels for your dogs to stay in and sleep whenever you are not 100% with them. This provides your dogs with a secure, safe "cave" and is psychologically a good thing for them. Plus, having your dogs under control will show your girlfriend's parents that *you* are also in control and won't allow their building to be wrecked.

As an adult with grown kids, I appreciate that you are willing to have your dogs checked out for problems and to work with her parents to make them more comfortable. That mature attitude will go a long way in your relationship with them.

Just don't lie, please.

Answer 8

Tell them that the vet says with the type of breed of dog that you have that they need to stay inside at night or else they could freeze to death outside.

Answer 9

Say, "They are house dogs. Their bodies are not used to cold temperatures like an outdoor dog would be. Cold air also contributes to animals developing arthritis at an earlier age. To keep them outside now after they have indoor dogs their whole lives would be animal cruelty, not to mention dangerous."

Answer 10

Your lie sounds good, my dog of 12 years had to be put to sleep lat night, im heart broken =(. I freekin cry everytime i mention it. He was a lab, when he was healthy without cancer, he was 102, last night the vet weighed him..he was only 42 pounds..I'm just glad he doesn't have to suffer anymore