Woman Who Is Sure Her Parent's Dog Will Cause Issues At Her Party, Refuses To Let Them Bring It Over

"I will be put in the position of having to be the bad guy"

Maryjane

• Published in Animal Stories
• January 24, 2023

Pet owners frequently develop a strong attachment with their animals, especially if they have shared difficult experiences like extended periods of loneliness, the highs and lows of dating, or when a partner works long shifts or flies in and out frequently. People who don't really like animals have no or very little emotional connection to them.

They most likely turned to their friends or family for help at trying times in their lives. They may even dislike the scent of wet dogs, dog poop, or cat urine, as well as dog fur on their furniture or carpet. This is the type of parent the OP has, and she was never allowed to have a pet too.

Well, all that changed when they retired and got their dog. According to the OP, they've become the embodiment of the entitled dog owner, as they don't go anywhere the dog can't go, or they bring her anyway.

The OP is pregnant, and she and her husband bought a house that a lot of people still haven't been to. So they want to have a big party soon, and it's going to be part barbeque/housewarming and part baby shower.

The thing is, the OP doesn't want her parents to bring the dog, as she doesn't want to deal with dogs at the party. But will her parents heed this request?

Find out as you read the full story below. 

And the story begins...

If there was a fire, and my sisters and I were inside their house, they'd save the dog

Both family and friends, including children, are invited, and they will get catering in

They will either get their noses out of joint at the outset, or they will bring her anyway

Check out some of what other Redditors had to chirp in

This Redditor wishes the OP the best of luck

It is better to know now

Just be thankful they respected your wishes

They can't board the dog or leave her alone

Call them and make them confirm things

Setting whatever rules you want in your own home

You let them in and let them stay

It's a huge risk for the dog to get into something

This redditor is congratulating the OP first

Definitely not something the OP wants to put her through

Pick one you like and join us

The entitlement of bringing your dog everywhere

This redditor has absolutely identified the issue

Setting reasonable boundaries that they need to start respecting

You need to set your boundaries now

The OP says that the little dog is lovely

This redditor has known lots of pet owners

What this redditor believes the OP should start doing

Be clear on what you want from them

The family pet has served as a source of solace at the foot of the bed, a constant supply of love and devotion, as well as inspiration and company while exercising and aiding in the improvement of mental health. So it isn't surprising that the OP's parents were so easy to convert.

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Maryjane