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Originally Posted by SJK1113  because of how you spoil your yorkies? My family doesn't say anything (at least not to me), but my son-in-law's family are always making remarks. They can't believe that when I visit my daughter, I bring toys for Jake to play with in his own bag (they refer to it as a "diaper bag"...or that he wears clothes...or that I will follow him around with a camera...or that I take so many pictures of him....etc., etc., blah blah blah
I'm sure they all think I've either lost it or maybe it's menopause  I actually think it's funny, and I talk about him just to tick them off. I know they think I'm ridiculous, but who am I hurting? What's so bad about loving your dog? Jake is very well behaved despite being spoiled, so what's the big deal? I see them to each other when I'm playing with him or talking to him. Just wait until his 1st birthday, and I take pictures of his little party and make them suffer through them 
What do your families and friends think? |
I have two Bichons and my family thinks it's fine that I love them and treat them well because we're a family of animal lovers. My sister says in her next life, she wants to be one of my dogs. But, some of the people I used to work with made remarks, I'm sure, and I never let it bother me. On the other hand, if anyone I worked with had a question about their dog, they came to me, so although some thought I might be nuts, some thought it was my business and took advantage of the fact that I knew about dogs. Some people criticize anyone who doesn't think like they do, so you can't let what people think or say bother you. People criticize your looks, your family, your friends, your weight, your ethnic heritage, where you choose to live or work, and your pets. I've found that people who love dogs and animals probably love kids and people, too, and tend to be friendly and caring. I've also found that the biggest detractors are usually spending lots of money on golf or fishing or some hobby and don't spend much time with their families. Just an observation. The benefits of owning pets have been proved, so don't let people bother you! Pet owners also outnumber non-pet owners, so rest assured that you have a lot of good company.