Why are people so inconsiderate concerning their pet`s and people?

Question

I hate to have to visit a home with an indoor dog or cat.I am ussually dressed nicer than ussual and the pet magnetically wants to jump,lick,chew,ect..on my clothes and hands.The owners seldom,( if ever), do anything about it.Wouldn`t it be common courtesy and common sense to put your put up when you have company?Not everyone loves to be mauled so that they can`t even carry on a conversation without an animal in their face.What is wrong with people?Have they gone nuts?Where is courtesy and respect?Common sense for that matter?

I expected the answer the second gave.People have evolved into such idiots that they put their pets before human beings.That was my point excactly.Todays society would go mad if they had to actually act like people.As for me,if you think enough of me to visit me,you will NOT have to worry about being bothered with a dog in your face.

To clear up the misunderstanding ,I absolutely love animals.I also understand that there are when you cannot leave.I shouldn`t have to leave because someone is too sorry to keep their pet under control.Animals are from OUTDOORS.It is people who have all of a sudden decided that dogs belong in the house.They are animals.They are born to be outside.Regardless of how cute muffy is,she is still a dog!Please don`t think that just because a dear friend tells you how cute she is,means that she wants her in their face.It`s not hating animals to want to be able to visit someone and actually talk to them without having to hold their 150# mutt.

Answer 1

Well, at my house, if you don't like the dog...STAY AWAY! It is THEIR home and NOT YOURS!

It is so nice that we can CHOOSE who we want over!!!! And if we are so unlucky as to be visited by a dog-o-phobe...we can put our dogs in another room and serve you up some of those GREAT dog-hair brownies!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 2

If the dog is under the owner's control, I see no reason to kennel it. The key words are "under the owner's control," and that's not always the case, as you point out. It's normal for a dog to be excited and active when someone new comes into the house. But that exuberance CAN be contained with some training and effort.

My dog was taught from the time that she was a puppy not to jump on people or lick them. I won't necessarily kennel her, but she *will* be put on a down-stay at my feet. I don't like to be mauled either, so I've done the training with my pet to make sure that it doesn't happen to anyone else.

Now if someone is genuinely terrified of dogs, that's a different story. Then I'll kennel my dog and make sure that the person doesn't come in contact with her. That's just common sense and courtesy.

Answer 3

People have made dogs and cats domestic and have bred the ability for them to survive outdoors out of them. A long, thick coated Malamute would have a difficult time in the heat and humidity of Florida and a short-haired breed such as a beagle should not be subjected to cruel and cold winters outside. It would be like making you sit outside in the cold with nothing but a light jacket and some sweatpants on. No shoes, no socks. Not a pleasant picture. They are our companions and so should be treated as such. If you can't handle a bit of dog or cat hair, or a lick of affection then meet at a restaurant or park. You say you love animals, but woe unto the animal you adopt. They sound like they will be subjected to a life outdoors with little human contact. People have done this to animals, and personally I feel that we are all better for it. Pet hair....nothing a lint roller can't handle. And big slobbery dog kisses are great. I realize not everyone feels the same way I do, but honestly, people have become rather nasty these days. Some days I do prefer the company of animals over people. Less judgements, more kisses.

Answer 4

Well your majesty, perhaps knowing the people you plan to visit have pets, you should dress down for the visit.
I agree that owners should NOT let their animals maul visitors, but I also know that if it were not the animals mauling you, you would still complain about the pet hair getting on your clothes or the smell of the animals or SOMETHING!!!
My husband & I have 6 dogs & they are taught that they are NOT to jump up on or bother visitors unless the visitor calls them over to them, but it wouldn't matter to you would it??? I guess if you can see the animal, they are mauling you or whatever. You know what, the next time you visit someone with a pet, then why don't YOU do something about the animal?? Push it away & tell it no!!!! Ever thought of that??? Maybe the owners do not know how you feel because you have never tried to tell the animal No!!!

Answer 5

I agree if someone has an unruly animal, they might want to put them in a separate room when company comes over, or if someone that does not like pets comes over. However, I completely disagree with you that animals belong outdoors. Only irresponsible pet owners leave their pets outside. Outdoor cats are in danger of being hit by a car, poisoned by a person, or rat poison, snail bait, antifreeze, etc, getting eaten by a wild predator or dog, being in a cat fight and getting an abscess or infectious disease, getting lost, etc. These are DOMESTIC pets we are talking about here, NOT wild animals that DO belong outdoors. Domestic pets are NOT a part of nature, and should not be alowed to roam free. Cats also contribute to killing millions of migratory songbirds per year, and other declining animals such as bats. Also, people irresponsible enough to let their pets roam, probably would not have the brains to neuter them either, resulting in the more unwanted pets, increasing the already out of control pet overpopulation problem. Have you ever considereed ANY of these things before saying animals should be left outdoors!??

Answer 6

Dogs and Cats do not belong outdoors at all times(just as you would not keep your children outside to live either), BUT they SHOULD be trained properly which is the OWNERS ignorance. IF my dogs act up, or annoy the company repeditively after I have told them NO, then yes, I will place them in the back rooms, or the children will keep them in their rooms, because they know better and I have had them in training classes to further their knowledge and understanding, but they are being stubborn. I do not want my friends to leave, so I do see it from both sides. Maybe you should buy your friends a gift certificate to place their pets in training classes, it's the most subtle hint you can give without being rude to your friends.

Answer 7

Well I will say that if your a sales rep entering my home I do keep the dogs back so they dont become a nuisance but if your a friend and not a real animal person I tell my dogs to back off but I will not put them up on no friends acct. if you were such a good friend of mine you would also consider my feelings. Most of my friends mall my animals and adore them. Maybe you should just invite them to your house or come to realize that you need to not dress so upscale for those certain individuals you call friends that have pets.

Answer 8

Dear Wasicus,
OK..got the message you don't like animals...your choice, I respect that. However; you also have the choice to leave if you go to someones home and they have animals. I love animals and my animals are very well behaved, they do not jump on my company. If they go near someone and I know they do not like animals I simply say Stay down and they do.
Remember: You always have the choice to leave if you do not like animals and you are the guest.
Animals bring lots of love and companionship to so many...you truly are missing out!

Answer 9

Wow, someone needs a lesson in manners and spelling!

Interesting, you ask where courtesy and respect is, yet you yourself are insulting to those that answer your question. If that you expected why did you bother asking? It seems to me that rather than genuinely asking a question you are really just using this as a sounding board for your opinions. Don't ask questions if you don't want to hear the answer!

You are coming into someone's home. Not vice verse. You do not get to dictate what goes on in some one else’s home. They own the home, pay the bills, decorate and live the way they choose. And you are free to do the same in yours. When you go into someone else’s home you are their guest, which does not mean you are to be catered to. Or that people need to remove their pets for your convenience. Most people consider their pet’s part of their family. You wouldn't ask someone to send a toddler to the backyard or be 'put up'.

When you go to someone's home that has a pet that is 'mauling' you then say to them in a nice polite way, I really hate to be jumped on, licked, etc. Could you please ask her/him to stop. That is ALL you can do. Or tell the animal no, down, etc. If you don't tell someone it bothers you how on earth are they to know it? They can't read your mind and many people do not mind if pet's do this.

It is obvious you aren't a pet person. Your wording and questions like 'have they gone nuts', etc. shows that you don't respect someone else’s right to enjoy their pets. Just because you don't like pets doesn't mean that you are any better than those that have them. You are free to not have pets. You are also free not to visit the homes of those friends that don't control their pets. You are also free to choose what you wear to the homes of people you know have pets. The way you have phrased your 'question' and the information that follows is very narcissistic as well as bordering on delusions of self importance and grandeur. It seems to me you aren't able to tolerate others or the choices even in their own homes. And that the whole world should revolve around you. I think you have forgotten what it means to be a guest in someone’s home. And your common sense seems to be lacking as well. Many pet owners dress very nicely, I'm sure dressing 'nicer that usual' isn't something you have cornered the market on. Let's be realistic here. The Queen of England has pets, most celebrities have pets, and the majority of the richest people in the world have pets... Even though you make it seem that people with pets don't dress as nicely and you are socially superior. The very way you worded your 'question' was riddled with prejudgments.

If you want to be respected, you also need to respects the rights of others. As well as learn not to lump all pet owners into one category. I have trained my dogs not to jump on people or get in their face, etc. But I am not about to put my put 'up' because it suits you.

People with pets live longer healthier lives. They have lower blood pressure are less susceptible to depression and other illnesses. That is a fact. Even the CDC supports pet ownership as a healthy lifestyle!

Perhaps you should try to find some friends who share your abhorrence to pets. However you will need to keep in mind that there are far more pet owners than non!

Please don't ask questions if you can't handle the answers! Perhaps your courtesy and common sense has gone out the window in this regard. After all you felt it necessary to become insulting in your edit of your question after it was you who solicited the advice of others.


One final note: Many animals aren't able to handle outdoors. For example many companion breeds such as shih tzu's, etc. Can't regulate their body temperature in extreme heat or cold. It is considered abuse to leave your pet in the elements. Most Veternarians do not advocate leaving your pet outside. They are pack animals have always been pack animals and need to be with the rest of the family as that what pack animals do!

We have a shih tzu, maletese and sharpei and none of them are 'mutts' thank you very much. Most purebred dogs that are registered and sold by reputable breeders can cost thousands, why on earth would you stick them outside??? They probably are worth far more than your wardrobe!

Answer 10

torbaynewfs is right.