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RE: Dear Abby: Man of My Dreams Has House Dogs

Lawyerlady · On the bright side...... Christmas is coming! (Mod)

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flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Nobody Just Nobody wrote:
Dona Worry Be Happy wrote:
You two are getting so ridiculous.

And not all dogs smell and drool or shed excessively. My dog is clean and drool free, and sheds very little.
Ours too Dona. We bathe them regularly and brush them regularly. The older one does shed some but they don't smell or drool.

I can't imagine life without my dogs.

Kids smell & drool too.

flan

Ohfour · Hooker

flan327 wrote:
Nobody Just Nobody wrote:
Dona Worry Be Happy wrote:
You two are getting so ridiculous.

And not all dogs smell and drool or shed excessively. My dog is clean and drool free, and sheds very little.
Ours too Dona. We bathe them regularly and brush them regularly. The older one does shed some but they don't smell or drool.
I can't imagine life without my dogs.
Kids smell & drool too.
flan

I don't compare my kids to dogs...

Lexxy · My dog name is Sasha, too!

I'd rather be around dogs than small kids.

Tinydancer · Guru

Yes even your freshly washed dog smells although you probably don't smell it because you're used to it. By the way I never said drool, I said slobber, which is what happens when they're trying to lick you. Just like you can't imagine living without your dog I can't imagine living with one so it's really a matter of opinion.

FNW · Guru

I'm with you, TD. I never had an indoor dog (or cat) and can't imagine it.

That fabreze commercial that points out pet owners develop "cat nose" or "dog nose" is so true.

Lawyerlady · On the bright side...... Christmas is coming! (Mod)

FNW wrote:
I'm with you, TD. I never had an indoor dog (or cat) and can't imagine it.

That fabreze commercial that points out pet owners develop "cat nose" or "dog nose" is so true.

Those of us who love animals don't care. And a pet is part of the family. If you are going to leave it outside all the time - what is the point?

Tinydancer · Guru

I would never have a pet just to have it outside. I just wouldn't have a pet at all. I know some people love pets and that's great for you. My ocd would drive me crazy chasing after all the pet hair. I think I'm also slightly afraid of most dogs and some cats.

Ohfour · Hooker

Tinydancer wrote:
I would never have a pet just to have it outside. I just wouldn't have a pet at all. I know some people love pets and that's great for you. My ocd would drive me crazy chasing after all the pet hair. I think I'm also slightly afraid of most dogs and some cats.

You know how you are supposed to face your fears? Well, the best way to do that is to get a cat. Actually, you need 2 of them. Two that are right at 3 years old. A boy and a girl.

I can help a sista out! Just sayin...

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

FNW wrote:
I'm with you, TD. I never had an indoor dog (or cat) and can't imagine it.

That fabreze commercial that points out pet owners develop "cat nose" or "dog nose" is so true.

They are trying to sell their product.

flan

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

Lawyerlady wrote:
FNW wrote:
I'm with you, TD. I never had an indoor dog (or cat) and can't imagine it.

That fabreze commercial that points out pet owners develop "cat nose" or "dog nose" is so true.
Those of us who love animals don't care. And a pet is part of the family. If you are going to leave it outside all the time - what is the point?

What about the studies showing the health benefits of owning a pet? (Lower blood pressure, longer life span)

And why do hospitals & nursing homes allow dogs to visit the patients?

flan

Ohfour · Hooker

flan327 wrote:
FNW wrote:
I'm with you, TD. I never had an indoor dog (or cat) and can't imagine it.

That fabreze commercial that points out pet owners develop "cat nose" or "dog nose" is so true.
They are trying to sell their product.
flan

So they just made that up, huh? Pulled it right out of their arses.

No, it's true. Just like smokers can't smell their odor...

Ohfour · Hooker

flan327 wrote:
Lawyerlady wrote:
FNW wrote:
I'm with you, TD. I never had an indoor dog (or cat) and can't imagine it.

That fabreze commercial that points out pet owners develop "cat nose" or "dog nose" is so true.
Those of us who love animals don't care. And a pet is part of the family. If you are going to leave it outside all the time - what is the point?
What about the studies showing the health benefits of owning a pet? (Lower blood pressure, longer life span)
And why do hospitals & nursing homes allow dogs to visit the patients?
flan

Not for me. G's going to be gone for 3 days starting tomorrow, and I'm already stressed out about the cats...

FNW · Guru

flan327 wrote:
Lawyerlady wrote:
FNW wrote:
I'm with you, TD. I never had an indoor dog (or cat) and can't imagine it.

That fabreze commercial that points out pet owners develop "cat nose" or "dog nose" is so true.
Those of us who love animals don't care. And a pet is part of the family. If you are going to leave it outside all the time - what is the point?
What about the studies showing the health benefits of owning a pet? (Lower blood pressure, longer life span)
And why do hospitals & nursing homes allow dogs to visit the patients?
flan

If someone brought a dog into my hospital room I'd complain.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

FNW wrote:
flan327 wrote:
Lawyerlady wrote:
FNW wrote:
I'm with you, TD. I never had an indoor dog (or cat) and can't imagine it.

That fabreze commercial that points out pet owners develop "cat nose" or "dog nose" is so true.
Those of us who love animals don't care. And a pet is part of the family. If you are going to leave it outside all the time - what is the point?
What about the studies showing the health benefits of owning a pet? (Lower blood pressure, longer life span)
And why do hospitals & nursing homes allow dogs to visit the patients?
flan
If someone brought a dog into my hospital room I'd complain.

The patients ASK, obviously.

flan

Lawyerlady · On the bright side...... Christmas is coming! (Mod)

Tinydancer wrote:
I would never have a pet just to have it outside. I just wouldn't have a pet at all. I know some people love pets and that's great for you. My ocd would drive me crazy chasing after all the pet hair. I think I'm also slightly afraid of most dogs and some cats.

So it's good that you don't have them. I just don't see people complaining about your houses because you choose not to have animals. My house is my house, and to me, a house is not a home without an animal to cozy it up.

Dona Worry Be Happy · Vette's SS!!

Ohfour wrote:
flan327 wrote:
Lawyerlady wrote:
FNW wrote:
I'm with you, TD. I never had an indoor dog (or cat) and can't imagine it.

That fabreze commercial that points out pet owners develop "cat nose" or "dog nose" is so true.
Those of us who love animals don't care. And a pet is part of the family. If you are going to leave it outside all the time - what is the point?
What about the studies showing the health benefits of owning a pet? (Lower blood pressure, longer life span)
And why do hospitals & nursing homes allow dogs to visit the patients?
flan
Not for me. G's going to be gone for 3 days starting tomorrow, and I'm already stressed out about the cats...

Why do the cars stress you when G is gone?

Lawyerlady · On the bright side...... Christmas is coming! (Mod)

Dona Worry Be Happy wrote:
Ohfour wrote:
flan327 wrote:
Lawyerlady wrote:
FNW wrote:
I'm with you, TD. I never had an indoor dog (or cat) and can't imagine it.

That fabreze commercial that points out pet owners develop "cat nose" or "dog nose" is so true.
Those of us who love animals don't care. And a pet is part of the family. If you are going to leave it outside all the time - what is the point?
What about the studies showing the health benefits of owning a pet? (Lower blood pressure, longer life span)
And why do hospitals & nursing homes allow dogs to visit the patients?
flan
Not for me. G's going to be gone for 3 days starting tomorrow, and I'm already stressed out about the cats...
Why do the cars stress you when G is gone?

LOL. She hates the cats and has to take care of them by herself when he's gone.

Nobody Just Nobody · Rib-it! Rrrib-it!

I remember the first time I went to meet FWM. I had to be in court later in the day near where she lived so I was all dressed up. Which is unusual for me. She had fixed me breakfast. Then we decided to go have coffee on the back patio. I got to meet Jupiter. And she jumped up on me and spilled some of my coffee on my dress. But it wasn't the end of the world. FWM got a rag and we cleaned up the coffee and my day went on. It really wasn't the end of the world. I understand that some people don't like pets and I'll do my best to keep my pets up when they come over. But this is their house too. Don't bother coming over if all you're going to do is complain about my pets. I don't go to other people's houses and complain about stuff there. Why do people feel like they have the right to complain about my pets?

FNW · Guru

I think it's rude to go to someone's house and complain about their pets. But at the same time, it's rude not to keep the pets in another room unless the guest asks to see the pet, of course.

Dona Worry Be Happy · Vette's SS!!

FNW wrote:
I think it's rude to go to someone's house and complain about their pets. But at the same time, it's rude not to keep the pets in another room unless the guest asks to see the pet, of course.

They live here. I am not going to lock them away every time somebody comes over.

Mellow Momma · Sniff...sniff, sniff. Yay! A Bum!

Dona Worry Be Happy wrote:
FNW wrote:
I think it's rude to go to someone's house and complain about their pets. But at the same time, it's rude not to keep the pets in another room unless the guest asks to see the pet, of course.
They live here. I am not going to lock them away every time somebody comes over.

I can honestly see both sides. I don't like dogs or cats. Except for mine. If I were at your house, I wouldn't be a fan at all. I know it makes no sense whatsoever. I am not a dog person. I am a "my dog" person. Other people's animals freak me out.

lilyofcourse · My spirit animal is a pink flamingo.

It really depends on who is here, but Monster is usually put in my room if we are having an event, like Thanksgiving, where there are a lot of people here.

I do it for him more than the company.

After things settle, I let him out. He will say hello to everyone, which means he sees who all is here, and then he gets in mine or Caitlyn's lap.

Lawyerlady · On the bright side...... Christmas is coming! (Mod)

FNW wrote:
I think it's rude to go to someone's house and complain about their pets. But at the same time, it's rude not to keep the pets in another room unless the guest asks to see the pet, of course.

What???? No.

Tinydancer · Guru

Lawyerlady wrote:
Tinydancer wrote:
I would never have a pet just to have it outside. I just wouldn't have a pet at all. I know some people love pets and that's great for you. My ocd would drive me crazy chasing after all the pet hair. I think I'm also slightly afraid of most dogs and some cats.
So it's good that you don't have them. I just don't see people complaining about your houses because you choose not to have animals. My house is my house, and to me, a house is not a home without an animal to cozy it up.

I didn't complain about anyone elses house. I'm one of the very few people I know who doesn't have a pet. There are actually a couple of their pets that I like and get to enjoy at their house. There's absolutely nothing wrong with having a pet and there's absolutely nothing wrong with not having one.

I know what to do_sometimes · Frozen Sucks!

Mellow Momma wrote:
Dona Worry Be Happy wrote:
FNW wrote:
I think it's rude to go to someone's house and complain about their pets. But at the same time, it's rude not to keep the pets in another room unless the guest asks to see the pet, of course.
They live here. I am not going to lock them away every time somebody comes over.
I can honestly see both sides. I don't like dogs or cats. Except for mine. If I were at your house, I wouldn't be a fan at all. I know it makes no sense whatsoever. I am not a dog person. I am a "my dog" person. Other people's animals freak me out.

Me too!

Lawyerlady · On the bright side...... Christmas is coming! (Mod)

Tinydancer wrote:
Lawyerlady wrote:
Tinydancer wrote:
I would never have a pet just to have it outside. I just wouldn't have a pet at all. I know some people love pets and that's great for you. My ocd would drive me crazy chasing after all the pet hair. I think I'm also slightly afraid of most dogs and some cats.
So it's good that you don't have them. I just don't see people complaining about your houses because you choose not to have animals. My house is my house, and to me, a house is not a home without an animal to cozy it up.
I didn't complain about anyone elses house. I'm one of the very few people I know who doesn't have a pet. There are actually a couple of their pets that I like and get to enjoy at their house. There's absolutely nothing wrong with having a pet and there's absolutely nothing wrong with not having one.

Actually, you, and others, said people's home smell. That sounds like a complaint.

Tinydancer · Guru

I said the dog smelled not the home.

Tinydancer · Guru

Although with a cat I can sometimes smell the litter box. I know you love your pet but I only said pets are not for me not that everyone else shouldn't have them. People who don't like pets shouldn't own them if you ask me.

FNW · Guru

Dona Worry Be Happy wrote:
FNW wrote:
I think it's rude to go to someone's house and complain about their pets. But at the same time, it's rude not to keep the pets in another room unless the guest asks to see the pet, of course.
They live here. I am not going to lock them away every time somebody comes over.

And that's your prerogative. But don't wonder why people stop coming over.

My SIL lets her stinky, mean cats rule the roost. One attacked my son repeatedly during one visit. He was 3. We haven't been back.

flan327 · Itty bitty's Grammy

I would have strangled the cat, for starters.

flan

Dona Worry Be Happy · Vette's SS!!

My old cat Callie loved to be near people, but hated to be touched. I ALWAYS told people "Don't pet the cat, she isn't friendly."
She was a gorgeous calico, and so soft and fluffy, and of course people patted her.
And got scratched.
I never apologized, because damn, I TOLD YOU. You had ONE instruction.

huskerbb · Guru

I would have punted that cat across the room.

Tinydancer · Guru

See. Some people should just not have pets.

huskerbb · Guru

Lots more shouldn't have them that do.

Lawyerlady · On the bright side...... Christmas is coming! (Mod)

Dona Worry Be Happy wrote:
My old cat Callie loved to be near people, but hated to be touched. I ALWAYS told people "Don't pet the cat, she isn't friendly."
She was a gorgeous calico, and so soft and fluffy, and of course people patted her.
And got scratched.
I never apologized, because damn, I TOLD YOU. You had ONE instruction.

Some people just think they are special when he comes to animals. "The cat will like ME." LOL - no. And if the cat goes and hides, please stop trying to make it come out.

Tinydancer · Guru

Anyone who would kick a pet shouldn't have one husker.

Dona Worry Be Happy · Vette's SS!!

huskerbb wrote:
I would have punted that cat across the room.

She was 15, and had arthritis. Touching was painful. If you abused the cat that only scratched you because you hurt her--you are a despicable human being and have no place in my home.

If somebody tells you not to do something when you are in their home, don't do it. And if you do, don't get all pissy when there are consequences you don't like.

huskerbb · Guru

Dona Worry Be Happy wrote:
huskerbb wrote:
I would have punted that cat across the room.
She was 15, and had arthritis. Touching was painful. If you abused the cat that only scratched you because you hurt her--you are a despicable human being and have no place in my home.
If somebody tells you not to do something when you are in their home, don't do it. And if you do, don't get all pissy when there are consequences you don't like.

Keep a scratching cat away from me. Same way with a biting dog.

huskerbb · Guru

Tinydancer wrote:
Anyone who would kick a pet shouldn't have one husker.

So the woman who got mauled by pit bulls and kicked them shouldn't have had her cats?

Lawyerlady · On the bright side...... Christmas is coming! (Mod)

huskerbb wrote:
Dona Worry Be Happy wrote:
huskerbb wrote:
I would have punted that cat across the room.
She was 15, and had arthritis. Touching was painful. If you abused the cat that only scratched you because you hurt her--you are a despicable human being and have no place in my home.
If somebody tells you not to do something when you are in their home, don't do it. And if you do, don't get all pissy when there are consequences you don't like.
Keep a scratching cat away from me. Same way with a biting dog.

If someone tells you to leave a pet alone, and you are dumb enough not to listen, you rather deserve to get scratched and bitten.

Dona Worry Be Happy · Vette's SS!!

Lawyerlady wrote:
Dona Worry Be Happy wrote:
My old cat Callie loved to be near people, but hated to be touched. I ALWAYS told people "Don't pet the cat, she isn't friendly."
She was a gorgeous calico, and so soft and fluffy, and of course people patted her.
And got scratched.
I never apologized, because damn, I TOLD YOU. You had ONE instruction.
Some people just think they are special when he comes to animals. "The cat will like ME." LOL - no. And if the cat goes and hides, please stop trying to make it come out.

I had a friend whi was a vet tech. "Animals LOVE ME! I am great woth them!"

She got scratched EVERY time she came over.

Another friend was mentally and socially challenged. Obsessed with animals, identified as a furry, and her fursona was indeed a cat. She would ignore the cat, and eventually talk softly to her.

Callie would happily curl up on her lap and consent to be very gently stroked.

huskerbb · Guru

Lawyerlady wrote:
huskerbb wrote:
Dona Worry Be Happy wrote:
huskerbb wrote:
I would have punted that cat across the room.
She was 15, and had arthritis. Touching was painful. If you abused the cat that only scratched you because you hurt her--you are a despicable human being and have no place in my home.
If somebody tells you not to do something when you are in their home, don't do it. And if you do, don't get all pissy when there are consequences you don't like.
Keep a scratching cat away from me. Same way with a biting dog.
If someone tells you to leave a pet alone, and you are dumb enough not to listen, you rather deserve to get scratched and bitten.

If it leaves me alone--I'll leave it alone.

However, many pet owners don't understand that. They let their dogs jump on you, their cats weave in and out between your legs, etc....

Those are bad pet owners.

Dona Worry Be Happy · Vette's SS!!

Note to self: never invite husker over.

Dona Worry Be Happy · Vette's SS!!

If my cat jumps on you, I will remove him. If he just rubs up against your legs, no, he is fine. If he is sitting next to you on the couch, he is fine.
I expect my animals to behave themselves, but I expect my company to behave well too.
Clearly, husker would be incapable of behaving himself.

Lawyerlady · On the bright side...... Christmas is coming! (Mod)

huskerbb wrote:
Lawyerlady wrote:
huskerbb wrote:
Dona Worry Be Happy wrote:
huskerbb wrote:
I would have punted that cat across the room.
She was 15, and had arthritis. Touching was painful. If you abused the cat that only scratched you because you hurt her--you are a despicable human being and have no place in my home.
If somebody tells you not to do something when you are in their home, don't do it. And if you do, don't get all pissy when there are consequences you don't like.
Keep a scratching cat away from me. Same way with a biting dog.
If someone tells you to leave a pet alone, and you are dumb enough not to listen, you rather deserve to get scratched and bitten.
If it leaves me alone--I'll leave it alone.

However, many pet owners don't understand that. They let their dogs jump on you, their cats weave in and out between your legs, etc....
Those are bad pet owners.

A dog jumping is not acceptable, but a cat weaving between legs is a natural instinct - they all do it, it cannot be trained out.

Tinydancer · Guru

huskerbb wrote:
Tinydancer wrote:
Anyone who would kick a pet shouldn't have one husker.
So the woman who got mauled by pit bulls and kicked them shouldn't have had her cats?

Sure a mauling is the same thing as a cat scratch. That's freaking hilarious. Where do you come up with this nonsense?

huskerbb · Guru

Dona Worry Be Happy wrote:
If my cat jumps on you, I will remove him. If he just rubs up against your legs, no, he is fine. If he is sitting next to you on the couch, he is fine.
I expect my animals to behave themselves, but I expect my company to behave well too.
Clearly, husker would be incapable of behaving himself.

Sitting next to me--fine--touching me--no.

huskerbb · Guru

Tinydancer wrote:
huskerbb wrote:
Tinydancer wrote:
Anyone who would kick a pet shouldn't have one husker.
So the woman who got mauled by pit bulls and kicked them shouldn't have had her cats?
Sure a mauling is the same thing as a cat scratch. That's freaking hilarious. Where do you come up with this nonsense?

You said, and I QUOTE--"ANYONE". Therefore, I got the nonsense from YOU.