My brother sold his house early and is going to stay with me for two weeks while his New house is being built.
My problem is my Nephew is a typical untrained spoiled bratty ...and is ALMOST 4 year old.
And he has already terrorized their own poor dog that had to bite the kid in self defense..
My dog is a very smart 3 year old Doberman male named Troy.....who is not going to put up with rowdy savage behavior
I warned my brother That I will not except any rude and physical abuse towards my Dog ...And if he cannot control his son 100% of the time, than do not step foot on my property with him.
So my brother suggested that I write up an agreement that if anything happens So my dog or I will not be liable ....Is this a good Idea?
What should I do ?
WHY CAN'T KIDS IN THE WEST BE LIKE THIS.....the WAY KIDS ARE TURNING OUT THESE DAYS IS EMBARRASSING
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GepekqxB45o
I can see China laughing at us in the West
2007-02-22 21:43:29 · 17 answers · asked by Tiffany 2 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
Train the brat not the dog.Every time brat goes nr Troy spray brat in the face with a high powered water pistol.Never leave them alone.If your going to leave the room the brats in make sure the dog goes with you or vice versa.If you catch the brat pulling the dogs ears slap him round the head hard,he'll learn(slap the brat not the dog).
2007-02-23 15:19:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
In My Humble Opinion, there is a risk that Troy will bite your "bratty" and "rowdy" nephew. HOWEVER, the bite risk is NOT because Troy is a Doberman. He's a dog -- regardless of breed -- who will only tolerate a certain level of abuse and misuse from a child.
I wouldn't write any agreement. I'd simply tell your brother that his son is not welcome on your property until he's no longer a brat. Put the responsibility where it belongs -- on a parent who appears FAR TOO permissive and disinterested.
2007-02-23 23:50:56 · answer #2 · answered by Surfer_Girl_59 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Tell your brother that it's a bad idea for him to stay. Doesn't really matter about legal document. Dare say it wouldn't stand up in court if your dog bit the kid anyway! Do you really want to risk your precious dog being put to sleep because of a naughty child? Sounds to me like you aren't looking forward to the little horror staying anyhow! Be honest. And just as a side note, how often are these things finished on time? Decorators, buying new furniture, moving in... this is when two weeks becomes two months! Extra washing, cooking, cleaning... your life won't be your own and your house will look like a disaster area. And you won't feel comfortable in your own home. Then your brother will have an issue if you try to reprimand his child IN YOUR HOUSE! Need I go on?
2007-02-22 22:07:27 · answer #3 · answered by Paula M 2 · 3⤊ 1⤋
The contract will mean nothing, you will be liable if your dog bites the kid. If he needs plastic surgery kiss goodbye to your household insurance. Its a law and you cannot make a contract to pretend the law doesn't apply any more than you could attack him or his wife.
Put the dog in kennels while they stay and ask them to pay the bill. Get that in writing instead. Oh, and put anything you value into storage while you're at it.
Or tell them to rent somewhere on a short term contract instead.
2007-02-23 01:31:06 · answer #4 · answered by sarah c 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Patryk, having two smart Rottweiler myself I understand your concerns regarding Troy. Nevertheless, whatever you and your brother are writing on how to deal with nephew and dog, could you seriously life with the fact Troy bit your nephews head of??? You will have to seperate them for that time and only being together when you are with the Doberman.
2007-02-22 21:59:37 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
definitely get it in writing. call your home owners insurance co. and ask questions. be very precise with the wording of your agreement. as for kids now days, they are born the same as you and i. they know nothing when born. it is the job of parents to teach. they choose not to do their job. every time i see kids acting out in malls and other public places, i look to see what the parent is doing. many times, they aren't handling the situation at all. as for your brother and nephew, could they possibly stay in a hotel? try to keep the kid away from your dog. people may say that you should confine the dog while they are at your house, but maybe confine the kid.lol
2007-02-22 23:49:00 · answer #6 · answered by punkbun03 3 · 0⤊ 3⤋
erm,hello,the child you are refering to is 3 years old,correct?
He is a BABY,he doesnt understand what he is doing is wrong.I understand that your dog should be respected and i respect you for that,but writing up an agreement is utterly ridicoulous,instead of the agreement why not try to show the child the correct way to handle a dog,let him help you feed and walk him,teach him how to respect animals,while you are at it i suggest you teach the dog that it is NOT ok to bite children.Also i cant believe any self respecting father would agree to such an agreement let alone suggest it,im sorry but if it was my child id be out of the house,this whole situation is an accident waiting to happen.As for the people in china im quite sure they wont lose any sleep over your dog and your nephew.
2007-02-22 22:13:12 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
If your brother is asking for a contract, he already knows what is going to happen. And when it does, it is going to cause major problems in your family. And you will be liable. Better off sending your brother and his brat to stay with someone who does not have pets, or suggest he stay in a hotel. Your home belongs to you and your dog, and I would not put myself (or my dog ) thru this kind of torture. Good Luck!
2007-02-23 03:10:05 · answer #8 · answered by Paint Pony 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
as long as u lay strict ground rules about how u want dog treated,
if u haven't had trouble with Troy b 4 with other people then obey the golden rule that no child should ever b left alone with a dog of any breed ( i never leave mine with dads doberman) u shouldn't have a prob.
2007-02-22 22:03:23 · answer #9 · answered by Kaz 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋
As long as your nephew is never left on his own with Troy he should be fine and hopefully Troy is an exceptionally well behaved dog there should be no problems.
2007-02-22 21:50:10 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋