My husband never wanted a dog. Reason being, he never had one thought it'd dirty the house to have an indoor dog and doesn't know how to take care of one nor what to do with one. I grew up with dogs so I just kept on talking and talking about dogs and wanting one.He gave in one day although he wasn't happy about it. I was lonely being alone most of the time, I think that was part of the reason he agreed. His friend had a Yorkie and he thought that little guy was cool. His friend's Yorkie is strong-willed and playful and hubby liked it
. He was even all grumpy when we went to get our puppy. Fast forward 6-8 months later, he give kisses and hugs and walks our Yorkie. Now 6 years later, hubby is totally smitten with our dog. The 6-8 months transition wasn't easy though but I stood up for the puppy when husband is wrong.
Though I can say I know what it feels like when people laugh at you when you are talking. I have snapped for the same reason and have gained some respect out of it but it was a journey itself.