My BF is not a dog person but he recognizes that I consider Troy a member of the family and is treated as such. He acknowledges and notices that we do have a special bond.
We were on a road trip and Troy was on my lap while BF was driving. BF looked down and Troy and his eyes met. BF mentioned to me when I woke up that that was the first time he realized dogs are "little people". His words not mine.
I think when your relationship with your dog is unhealthy and it interferes with the relationship with your human counterparts then it needs to be addressed. Maybe this is what concerned your son, but maybe all he needs is the "AHA moment" my BF had. |