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Dogs are our faithful companions, always seeking our approval. But sometimes, they develop habits that might not sit well with us. The most common issues are aggression and scavenging. If your furry friend suddenly starts behaving strangely, it’s wise to visit the vet to rule out any health concerns. Remember, what one owner considers a big problem might not be so for another.
Let’s dive into u/Large-Animator1563’s story from the subreddit “Am I The A$$hole?“. Their child developed a fear of dogs after an unfortunate incident in the past. Despite working hard with a psychologist to overcome this fear, the news of a new dog in the family didn’t bring joy to OP. During a visit, they discovered the dog was nervous and prone to biting when startled. This posed a significant challenge, especially with the dad’s desire for a family gathering at Christmas.
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Source: u/Large-Animator1563
1. Let’s find out!
2. OP’s child has been working hard with a psychologist to get over their dog phobia since being attacked by their grandfather’s dog when they were young.
3. The dad’s dog passed away but recently informed OP that he adopted a new 9-month-old rescue dog.
4. OP went to her dad’s house to check out the dog and it did not go well. The dog was very aggressive.
5. OP shared her concerns about the dog with her dad but he said there was a way to work around the dog’s aggressiveness.
6. Now OP’s dad invited everyone over for Christmas and she said she will only come, with her child, after she checks up on whether the dog’s behavior has improved or not.
7. Nothing had changed. The dog was as aggressive as it was before and even bit OP several times on this visit.
8. OP went into a shock. After going home she called her dad and told her she doesn’t feel like bringing the child over to his house for Christmas with that dog there.
9. The dad said he didn’t have the finances to afford professional training but showed ambition that he will pursue home training and do something about the dog’s behavior.
I don’t think OP’s dad has the slightest of idea about how much of a danger he and his wife are in. The dog bit OP multiple times for doing nothing. He won’t need much of an option to do the same to the dad and the stepmom. It seems like the dog doesn’t think before doing. That may cost the owner of the dog his life. No one would be able to do anything about it.
Do something, dad. And if you can’t, give the dog away to a sheter because they know well how to deal with such creatures.
Source: u/Large-Animator1563
10. It is good to see the dad is trying to make effort.
11. The dad told OP he is working on his dog’s behavior and that she must be patient because it will take time. OP was happy but also upset that she won’t be able to see her dad for a long time.
12. At an event OP’s dad and stepmom touched upon the same topic regarding her getting bitten again, saying it was OP’s mistake that she got bit.
13. She told them that other people have had bad experiences with that dog in the past. So the problem is definitely with the dog and not those sitting or walking around it.
14. OP remained firm that the dog wasn’t a good animal and this fact had to be accepted by its owners. The stepmom didn’t like this and walked away. OP asked the internet if she overreacted.
Source: u/Large-Animator1563
15. Don’t tell me what to do in order for the dog to behave nicely. Teach it to behave nicely in all situations around all people.
Via Dipping_My_Toes
16. Dogs that bite a human for doing absolutely nothing should be reported to animal control.
Via ApocolypseJoe
17. They should know this because who knows when the dog’s next target is its owners.
Via I_luv_sloths
18. OP having dog gates or not is irrelevant. The dog lives in her father’s house. It is his responsible to do these things, not OP’s.
Via TheLuvBub
19. I know right…they don’t do that. I wonder why this one was allowed for adoption.
Via CatahoulaBubble
20. I would suggest going no contact until the dad makes things better. That would pressurize him to do something.
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