Comments on: It’s Not a Moral Issue; It’s Just What Dogs Do

By: MysticsMama

MysticsMama — Thu, 05 Sep 2013 04:17:03 +0000

Oh my dogness, this reminded me of a dog I met when I was a young, but dog-savvy-ish, woman. He was a big, ol’ friendly Malamute whose human was a very shy young man. I first met Mick the Malamute when he quietly came up behind me, stuffed his nose up my skirt and sneezed. Loudly. As he tried to repeat his greeting, I squealed in surprise, his person fell off his seat red-faced and dying of embarrassment and the nearby men roared with laughter, and probably at least a little admiration for that dog’s boldness. It was funny at the time, but I still remember that red-faced young man and his obnoxious but lovely Malamute just doin’ what dogs do.

By: Kari

Kari — Wed, 04 Sep 2013 22:13:10 +0000

Thank you for helping me feel not so alone. On our walk last night, we had to cross the street about six times to avoid passing pedestrians too closely. Then, oddly, we passed a tricked-out bus where a K9 search team was training. A German shepherd barked at ours from a car window, and my kids did not bark back. You never know when they’re going to surprise you with good manners.

By: Clowie

Clowie — Wed, 04 Sep 2013 09:40:33 +0000

I don’t often embarrass my bipeds. But I did when I was a puppy – lots of people didn’t realise I was still a pup because I was big.
By the way, my nose is at the perfect height to do the first one on your list, but I’m usually quite discreet about it!

By: Jodi

Jodi — Tue, 03 Sep 2013 15:55:54 +0000

I’m not so much embarrassed by what the dogs do, I’m more concerned the other owner doesn’t understand that it’s normal dog behavior. Especially if they are the kind that feel their dog is not doing anything wrong. And are just looking at my dog like she’s nuts.

I try my best just to avoid most situations where I’m not sure how my dogs will react.

By: Greyhounds CAN Sit

Greyhounds CAN Sit — Mon, 02 Sep 2013 01:00:41 +0000

Frankie embarrasses me too often, lol. Not only with hurling abuse at cyclists wearing dark clothing but he does the same to dogs as we drive to the beach and on the beach. Small, lighter coloured dogs don’t seem to worry him at all but anything about his size or bigger and it’s open slather. Then there are the 3 Boxers we often see being exercised on the beach. He hates Boxers with a passion. He really struggles if there is a cyclist on one side of the road and a dog he wants to abuse on the other, lol!

By: RumpyDog!

RumpyDog! — Sun, 01 Sep 2013 12:31:22 +0000

That’s me. I go above and beyond with Rumpy. Of course, I gotta be honest. Most of my apologetic behavior is to ensure Rumpy’s safety. I don’t want anyone to label my dog as bad.

By: KB

KB — Sun, 01 Sep 2013 02:42:40 +0000

Every single one of my dogs has embarrassed me in multiple ways! And, I know exactly what you’re talking about. When I’m super embarrassed, I cannot do the right things to train my dog to behave differently. Like you, I’ve improved… but I still sometimes am hampered by my embarrassment!

Great post!

By: Pamela

Pamela — Sat, 31 Aug 2013 18:15:50 +0000

In reply to 24 Paws of Love. That was a close one. But aren't dogs also able to have puppies with litters from more than one mate? Are you sure Brut didn't leave a little DNA behind? :)

By: Pamela

Pamela — Sat, 31 Aug 2013 18:12:48 +0000

In reply to houndstooth. Every so often, I ask myself why I've always had female dogs. I think the answer lies in your Hawk and Kuster stories. It all comes down to pee, doesn't it? :)

By: Pamela

Pamela — Sat, 31 Aug 2013 18:11:55 +0000

In reply to Dachshund Nola.

Okay, just rub it in there. 🙂

Just remember that for every perfect dog we have in our lives, we get two or three that make us humble. 🙂