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Originally Posted by salazark  Here's one thing I've done. My mother-in-law (and after Thanksgiving it turns out my mother too) can't resist giving dogs food from the table. In the past I found out after one of our visits (where I wouldn't allow it) that I had really hurt her feelings. So now I bring a bag of "approved" treats to the table and tell her if she has to feed Sadie from the table, please use the treats I provide. After we get home I still have to get Sadie used to the idea that she only gets fed at the table by Grandma but at least I don't have a sick baby and a large vet bill to go with it! |
Great idea! This way, at least whoever is wanting to treat will still be able to.
