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There are numerous obligations that come with owning a dog. One of the biggest challenges is caring for your dog while your home is crowded with visitors. Particularly, if some of them are dogphobic. Canines are social creatures.
We adore them so much because of this. But even gregarious creatures can become disorganized and unpredictable when there are too many people around. It must be exhausting to host a Christmas family gathering at your home for about 30 guests. And it is, for everyone living there, including the animals. One Redditor posted a question: “WIBTA for not locking my dog in a room Christmas Day since my niece doesn’t like dogs..” She has a niece that’s afraid of dogs and cats. Her parents don’t really do anything about it – they even encourage it.
Only that going to therapy was stated. The OP’s little indoor dog gets along well with children. OP has been informed that she will be hosting her entire family over Christmas. Because she doesn’t believe it will result in any issues, she doesn’t want to lock up her dog. She does not want to exacerbate the bad relationship she already has with her brother.
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2. She has a niece who is terrified of both cats and dogs. Although they even encourage it, her parents don’t really do anything about it.
3. Going to therapy was mentioned, but only that
4. Small indoor dog owned by OP is excellent with children.
5. OP has been informed that she will be hosting her entire family over Christmas. She wants to keep her dog outside.
6. She doesn’t think the dog will cause any problems
7. She doesn’t get along with her brother very well and doesn’t want to make things worse.
8. The edit
9. OP has offered the following explanation for why they think they might be the asshole:
10. OP didn’t ask to be the one in charge of the holiday
11. Is there a chance that someone would unintentionally let your dog out?
12. True
13. Do you think the same?
14. True
Now that you have read the story, it’s time for you to see what Redditors had to say about this. Read till the end to see what are other people’s opinions on this. Don’t forget to share your own opinion at the end of this article too.
15. “Give them the choice to not come OR to work with their child in advance on her phobia.”
16. I feel the same
17. Actually living with a dog sometimes can help with phobias
This family story is really interesting. We can only conclude that family stories are usually intriguing and full of drama. Especially when there are extended relatives involved. Although OP was not asked to be in charge of the holiday, she must manage it. We anticipate a successful outcome.
What is your take on the story? Do you agree with the behavior that OP showed? What would you do if you were in her situation? Do share your opinion with us. If you want to read more such articles on our website, keep visiting us!
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