I have been wanting a puppy for years, and my husband rescued one for me from the pound last week. It's been a week, and he wants nothing to do with raising it. He's not a fan of it because he says it's too much work. We both work full time, so now I'm doing everything. He was waking up every other night to take the dog out, but now he's not doing that or anything during the day. We have three cats, which he loves because there's not much you have to do for them. What should I do? I'm totally in love with this dog and don't want to return him, but I also don't want him to just be my dog; I want him to be our dog. What should I do?
2007-12-28 10:00:12 · 19 answers · asked by Allison 3 in Pets ➔ Dogs
I would give it time. A puppy is MUCH more time consuming than an adult dog. Love and train the puppy and your husband will come around. If you REALLY want a dog your husband's feelings will probably be the same no matter what dog you get, so go ahead and work hard with this one.
2007-12-28 10:08:13 · answer #1 · answered by furbratz 2 · 4⤊ 0⤋
Face facts. You are the one who wanted a puppy, so your husband got you one. A puppy is a lot like a baby. It takes a lot of attention, time, love and discipline to raise. If you do the job well, the puppy will turn into a well-behaved dog and member of your family. Maybe then, your husband will want it to be "our dog" rather than just your dog. This is probably a good indicator of how involved he will be in the baby years of any children you have together.
2007-12-28 10:13:53 · answer #2 · answered by sursumcorda 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Sometimes as women we tend to want things for ourselves initially, but then we expect our husbands to want the same thing without having their input, what they are willing to deal with, or how much involvement they want with our whole ordeal. The key to this is talking before the decision is made. Now that the decision is made, let him know you want this to be the family dog and not only yours. Well you know how women do, we talk. Talk to your husband. Tell him to give your puppy a chance, and to be involved in the puppy's life. It is a wonderful experience. I have four dogs and I love it, but my husband is like yours, only he wants the dogs but I normally have to train, feed, and spend time with them. Only when I ask does he help me. But at least I ask, and at least he helps. All you can do is ask. Stay encouraged, and be determined to give your puppy the best home possible.
2007-12-28 10:27:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
REVERSE PSYCHOLOGY!!!
Feed the dog, bathe him, play with him, take him for walks, take him to obedience classes. It won't take long for the dog to make you the center of his world.
Your husband will want to be a part of the dog's life when he sees what a cool dog he is after being properly trained and socialized.
The best part is what you'll get out of it. It's impossible to tell you how great it is to have an amazingly obedient dog that looks at you like there is no other person on the planet. You just have to experience it. After that, you might not want to share. LOL
2007-12-28 10:15:48 · answer #4 · answered by Kimberly 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You are on your own here... you really should crate the puppy at night if he yelps let it be ... he will get over it... even if he poops n the crate let it go cause no dog wants to sleep in its own poo and he will learn not too... once the puppy matures and make sure you take him to obedience school he will learn NOT to be master and that YOU are master and he will startto grow and mature and become the most outstanding dog you ever could dream of... and you and your dog will be best friends forever and I am sure eventually your husband will come around too once the dog is trained he will love and adore him as well...time, my friend ,and patience are the key!
2007-12-28 10:13:47 · answer #5 · answered by cristelle R 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
You probably aren't going to be able to change your Husband. I do most of he work when it comes to the dog myself too. I don't mind because I love him so much and it makes me happy.
If you don't think you can handle taking care of the dog yourself I would find a more suitable home for him.
I would really try though...it sounds like this poor dog just needs a loving family. If you say that you have wanted a dog for years....now is your chance to raise one.
Good luck!
2007-12-28 10:04:14 · answer #6 · answered by LuvMyBT's 5 · 3⤊ 1⤋
You wouldn't be "returning" him, you would essentially be giving him a death sentence. Hang in there and teach your dog some cool tricks like how to play fetch and not to beg. If the dog is as well behaved as a cat, then he will have no reason not to love it.
Owning dogs do get a lot easier with time. They get to know the routine and as they become better trained, they are a lot less work and more likeable.
2007-12-28 10:06:22 · answer #7 · answered by RyanS 2 · 2⤊ 2⤋
Put your husband in the dog house. Maybe obedience training and MAKE YOUR HUSBAND GO WITH! You could try talking with him to maybe work something out where he can take the dog out once or twice, every other day? Or to the dog park. I don't understand why your husband got a dog, then pushed him all off on you. I would try talking with him to work something out so he Can spend time with the dog-the dog will grow on him hopfully while they are together as they will grow a bond together. I hope you can find spomething that works out, so the poor thing, doesn't have to be thrown out again.
2007-12-28 10:07:20 · answer #8 · answered by Kristi 3 · 1⤊ 4⤋
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2017-04-03 01:22:44 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you take the dog on walks have your husband go with you. Maybe if he participated more he will enjoy the dog more.
good dog training info:
http://www.cesarmillaninc.com/
2007-12-28 10:07:17 · answer #10 · answered by Lyn B 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋