I will elaborate more in the replies, just be nice.
Tldr… I hate how one of the most common advice you receive as a loner without social life or a partner is to get a dog. I’m taking care of a dog for a while now as a favour, since I’m unemployed and have “nothing to do” (my brother went to his gf beach holiday house for the summer with her, his daughter, my younger siblings and my mom, couldn’t take the dog, it’s old) and I’m miserable, I HATE this. I don’t wanna have to deal with any animal after this.
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It sounds like you just don’t like having to take care of that dog, and want freedom from responsibility over another living creature. That doesn’t mean you hate dogs. I bet you’d find a Labrador puppy to be pretty cute if you didn’t have to care for it.
Old dogs and puppies are more work than fun. The fun and companionship comes from having a dog that loves you, that you love, and them being happy to do anything you want to do. They love going places with you, hanging out, chilling on the couch, whatever. But you’re not going to get any of that rewarding stuff dog-sitting an elderly dog that you don’t even know.
It’s easy to dislike other people’s dogs, especially if they have issues. It’s pretty hard to dislike a dog that you’ve raised, who loves you unconditionally, and just wants to please you more than anything else in the world.
I cannot agree
I’d rather a person say “Dogs are not for me”, and not get one, than a person try to be “normal”, and the dog suffers because you don’t love them.
This applies to babies as well. I support abortion because if a person isn’t ready to be a parent, they shouldn’t be.
A GOOD doggo is worth their weight in gold. Still, even good dogs aren’t for everyone - dogs definitely need a great deal of attention. I’ve always had a yard leash I could tether them to so I don’t have to sit there in the cold and watch them take a shit, though.
Yeah, unless you’re rich that’s not a thing here. Apartments in condos are the norm.
Ugh… as someone stated before I think that’s more a owners problem than the dog problem. Clearly your brother didn’t properly train his dog and now you’re suffering because of it. Normal dogs can wait 8h or more if needed without shitting or peeing because people need to work and can’t take them out every 2 hours
2 days ago it had diarrhea… I get that it’s old, but I really wanted to just leave it there. You’re probably right. Taking it outside, especially during summer and the mosquitoes isn’t the best thing ever either though.
I understand that but when someone gets a don’t you don’t get the option not to take it outside, unfortunately. The thing gotta poop
Oh no, I get that, I rather want to take the dog out without any problem, but that’s the problem. The dog also shit in outside property, like the public step of the entire building or the ramp, without reaching the park. Is a nightmare if that happens with the dog in this state
Or OP isn’t taking it out regularly enough, and it’s succumbing to the need to shit, despite knowing the rules.
Unless this dog was a serial indoor shitter already, OP just isn’t caring for it to it’s needs
The second dude
You said it’s a senior dog? They have advanced needs 8h isn’t gonna cut it
Again, I wish it could just be consistent, taking it out isn’t the problem but having a potential explosive diarrhea attack on the buildings elevator or in front of someone’s door while taking it out (Very close calls had happened) is.
That 100% sucks.
But you agreed to this right? The dog is not malevolent, it’s just trying to get by.
It’s fair to not like dogs, no challenge on not wanting dogs in your life going forward.
It’s an old dog
I get this. My in-laws have a yappy little dog that has no redeeming qualities. Zero. Before I met that critter I thought I might own a dog one day.
dude you can’t judge all dogs by tiny yappy little bullshit dogs
hang out with some labs or goldens
Yea, that’s poor socialization, which happens a LOT with little dogs.
Most people don’t understand that many of the little dogs (the terrier breeds, notably), are pretty fearless and assertive (not necessarily in a bad way) by breeding. It’s all in the name “Terrier”, as in “go to ground” after small, rather aggressive animals (ferrets and such) .
That fearlessness and assertiveness needs to be conditioned while they’re young. Too many owners think the yappy little thing is harmless, so never train them to not bark constantly.
Honestly, about 90%+ of dog owners put zero effort into understanding dogs and their responsibility for socializing them.
spend some time with a well trained doodle. its apples and oranges. i think the little ones have serious psychological issues.
I also don’t like dogs, and whenever I say it out loud it’s like I just killed someone’s mom. It’s not a popular opinion to express, but I express it whenever I get the chance so the dog-obsessed know they’re welcome to pretend that they’re entitled to dominion over every fucking public space, but it’s an inconsiderate delusion.
It raises flags because most people who dont like dogs are either afraid or dont get a long with them. If you were afraid you’d say that, but you said you dont like dogs so the reasonable assumption is that you dont like dogs because dogs dont like you.
Its hard to find a comparison but it would be similar to saying “I dont like my mom”. Unless you have a follow up story involving abuse that was not your fault, you are the problem.
That said, there are plenty of people who feel immense fear around dogs or other negative emotions, and while that perspective can be changed over time, its by no means required.
I think this whole post would benefit from the OP adding more background about why they feel so negatively towards dogs, but they seem to want to blame it on dogs or their family rather than think about that.
So there’s no room at all for personal preference? I’m afraid of big scary mean dogs, yes, but not all dogs. And the dogs that I’ve interacted with over the last three decades have actually liked me quite a bit, but I haven’t liked them. So your assumption, in my case, is flat wrong.
Some people like things that others don’t, others don’t like things that some people do. That’s a part of being a person in a society with other people.
Honestly, it’s attitudes like this that are a big part of why I don’t like dogs. Many dog owners think they have the right to impose themselves and their dogs on everyone without a second thought because they assume there’s no way anyone in the world wouldn’t love their precious little dog. They think people who don’t like a specific furry little animal somehow throw up red flags and shouldn’t be trusted. Well that’s just wrong, insulting, and frankly demonstrates a lack of empathy that is alarming.
Where do you think personal preference comes from? You are born either liking or hating dogs? You need to do some better reading as it appears you replied after reading a quarter of my post.
And yes, someone who reacts like the OP to the situation they are in is a red flag for me. They are childish and selfish, and can’t even consider that the dog is a whole other living being that is involved in this situation.
It shows an incredible lack of compassion or understanding and thats not even considering the attitude they have towards their actual human family members.
I understand wanting to vent but this is not that, this is asking for validation. I would never post something so awful about myself but hey, different perspectives right.
Dude you’re wrong
I’ve been allergic to pet dander my whole life, and I will usually break out in hives just from being in the same room as someone who owns a dog. Yet, I’m still expected to pretend that I love their precious furry angel. Lately, I just let people know that couldn’t be further from the truth. That said, I absolutely adore cats. But I’m just as allergic and would never own one.
Bold take. But it’s good to know your preferences. Pets aren’t for everyone. Kind of weird that people tell you to get a dog like it’s a utilitarian solution to something and not like, a living creature.
The typical response “oh, dogs are a social magnet, you met people outside and girls”… Sure, like I wanna talk to unknown people when I’m watching the thing taking a shit
Yea, that hasn’t been my experience at all.
As a young adult, our dogs were chick magnets, my girlfriend would get jealous all the time (though was good natured about it).
If you’re out with a dog, and treating it well, it sends a message about you. Especially how you interact with one - it really exposes lots about us (having worked at a vet, I learned a lot, and have seen a lot).
But - if you don’t want a dog, that’s fine. In fact, your willingness to own that, and be clear about it, is a credit to you. Know what you like.
Have you tried walking the dog more than the bare minimum for it to pee and poop? Or even better, go to a dog part where there’s people with all sorts of (hopefully friendly) dogs.
The dog can barely walk as it is and there’s no place like that here.
Geriatric dogs aren’t very fun. You take care of them because it’s the right thing to do, not for your own enjoyment.Keeping them happy is what brings you joy.
In the same way you don’t go to the club with your grandparents.
Poor pup. Getting old sucks and having older animals is really hard.
What about poor me? He won’t get yelled for staining public areas, that get all on me and it’s not even my dog.
I understand where you are coming from, but when has “poor me” ever resulted in a benefit. You aren’t a victim here, you just dont like dogs and let your family tell you what to do.
Like I have any choice. Already my relationship is bad with them.
Yeah, aside from dogs, life is not gonna be nice for you walking around with this attitude.
What attitude? You speak like in torturing the thing, I’m not?
I said aside from dogs.
Edit I’m referring to your displayed approach to dealing with stress, and situations you.domt want to be in.
Is natural to be angry about this, I’m not unreasonable dude and I had to clean shit indoors 4 times by now, especially when I was walking down ABOUT to taking it to the park
this is not normal dog behaviour
i’m not saying you’d like another dog any more - it sounds like you’ve made up your mind and i’m not trying to change it… but… unless you go like 18hr without taking a healthy, reasonably trained dog out, its going to avoid shitting inside… they take “don’t shit where you eat” quite instinctually
I’m just tired. I had to clean shit again in the living room. He did during the night
You sound depressed. You should get an emotional support animal. /s
Let me tell you about babies…
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You might prefer cats.
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Maybe this dog is a dick.
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You do you; just don’t be cruel. My dogs are a lot of work, but they’re a source of meaning and joy for me as well.
I don’t wanna clean anyone’s shit anymore.
Honestly I think the experience of having a cat is much different than having a dog, and much better for certain personality types (like mine). Way less needy, feels more like a chill roommate than an annoying kid. Scooping cat litter is also much less of an issue than it sounds.
That being said, your feelings are 100% valid. Not everyone should have a pet, and nothing wrong with not wanting one.
Thank you, I already getting attacked here
Thats what automatic litter boxes are for
That’s not a thing here? Also I don’t think that works if the animal doesn’t want to shit there
You train them thats where they go, mine was plug and play (the box AND the cats)
That just changes the spot you the clean the shit from.
Lol, you’re not wrong!
Pretty much yeah
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ive never been a dog fan. i was bit as a kid. my wife really wanted one and finally convinced me to give it a try, and we got a young puppy. i am the one who ended up stuck with it 24/7 working from home. i have to say, he is my best friend, but is annoyingly child like. at least i can call him shithead whenever i want.
i guess my point is, i still do not enjoy dogs… except my dog
Poodle gang
dapper!
do they all like clothes? archie absolutely loves wearing stuff. i believe he thinks hes people
Simon doesn’t really care about wearing clothes but he definitely thinks he’s people. I love my goofy little guy and Archie looks like a very good boy.
It really depends on the dog for me, and sometimes it’s less the dog’s fault and more the owner’s fault. My wife was bit and chased by a dog as a kid, so she immediately has issues with them.
The thing I dislike is the entitlement of owners that bring their dog into every business. It’s fine if your business has signs stating it’s okay, but I’ve seen people walk right into places with their dog and not even question it. For them, it’s somehow flipped in their heads and they think dogs are permitted unless otherwise stated. Then you have the folks that buy fake support vests for their dogs, which is just a dick thing to do. It undermines people that actually have a need for a support pet.
I’ve always been a cat person but I’m not the type that fucking advertises it everywhere.
I love my kids, their friends and other parents kids…eeeehhhhhhhh
I love my dog, other people’s dogs…eeeeehhhhhhhhhh
It just depends dude.
So true. I actually love dogs. Just not all of them. The same goes with cats, but I generally gel better with their personalities. Cats have always gravitated to me.
Animals are who they are, very occasionally one will be born aggressive. Otherwise their demeanor is a result of the humans around them.
I don’t dislike dogs, I dislike their humans for not “doing the needful” and properly socializing them.
I feel this. People often recommend an animal companion for me, and I always worry it would just add to daily stress.
It would.
Nothing wrong with that. Dogs are gross in general, especially as indoor pets. People let their dogs lick their face after it’s been licking its ass like that’s no big deal and expect the rest of us not to be concerned.
I love my dogs like a very close friend.
I do not let my very close friends lick my face
THANK YOU! And people think we’re the crazy ones 🙄
A lot of normies believe that not liking dogs is a sign of moral flaws, though they’re not for everyone. You may (or may not) have a better time with cats.
As a dog person, I am very happy that you understand this about yourself. You will not be someone who abandons a dog. It’s not for everyone and there’s nothing wrong with anyone it doesn’t appeal to. Cats are way less work if you’re looking for animal companionship, otherwise you’re going to have to settle for (ugh) human companionship.
you’re going to have to settle for (ugh) human companionship.
What do you mean, “ugh?” As long as I keep all of you people at arm’s length, it’s great!
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Sorry to hear that. I kind of get it though. I’m kind of in the same boat that I just can’t handle being around dogs long-term, but I’ve also never met a dog I didn’t like. I hope you can find some other source of joy.
I hate bad dog owners. Just yesterday I was walking down a street with my son and 2 massive pit bulls came running out of a house barking aggressively. I started screaming at them to stop and was surprised when they did. Then I started screaming for the owner to come get their dogs. They just ignored me while sitting on their porch. I have them a few more choice words before heading back.
Dogs were shot to death for less than this, my dude. Not saying you should’ve done that, but you’re justified to be furious with that person, I’d be too.
