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Originally Posted by Rachael1983  I have a small child (8) and her friends frequent our house. Troy really likes kids and seeks them out when he has the opportunity. Especially babies.
Point 1: The child should have had a talking to. Either it was from you or his mom. I understand where the child's mom is coming from with her soft tone, but a time out or something similiar.
Point 2: I don't think it's fairfor you to not want him in your home. He's 2 and although it was intentional, he wouldn't know how to treat an animal unless he's taught. This is where you and his mom can work together to ensure he treats animals properly.
Additionally as it comes to Princess. You're doing right by assuring her and trying to comfort her. She will also need mending so she doesn't become more fearful of children. This is a learning opportunity for both you, the child, his mom and for your yorkie baby. |
I agree that it may not be fair to exclude the child from coming here. At the same time I'm not going to lock Princess in the bedroom or something either. And for them to be in a common area together I think that would cause both Princess & I a lot of stress. I agree he does need to know the correct way to treat an animal but it seems I cannot rely on his mom to teach & enforce it. Since I am still fuming pretty good 4 days later I don't think I'd be of the calmest mind to address it myself. I don't know how much he would learn just being told now when the situation's not right there. IMO I just don't think they can be around each other at all. I'm hoping to discuss this with her today.