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Originally Posted by shelimcallister  Yesterday, my DH and I had planned on going to our family's houses separately and my mom wanted to see Max so I brought him along. To make a long story short, I ended up at my in-laws with Max. I knew my niece and nephew would be there but I thought I could either hold Max or take him in another area away from the kids (2 and 4 years old).
I decided to take little Max out back and away from the kids while my DH spent time with his family INSIDE. My nephew ran outside to see Max and I immediately scooped Max up. I told my nephew to pet him nicely and he did. Then, my nephew slapped him and ran away. I told my nephew that I would put him in time out if he did that again. My sister in-law said "sorry!" We left after that and I will never allow my baby around them again under any circumstance. I couldn't help wonder your opinion on
1) Do you provide consequences to your non-immediate family members (nieces and nephews) ?
2) Would you tell your dear, loving sister-in-law (from DH's side) that her kids are out of control and she must get a grip? They are aggressive and behaviorally a major problem!!
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No, I would not - not if the parents' are there. It's their job to discipline their children - not yours no matter how angry you are. I understand your anger - but a 2 year old (or a 4 year old that's never been around animals) can't be trusted with a dog.
I definitely would tell his parents' because they need to teach him how to act around animals.
Bottom line - their behavior probably beyond your control - unless you are babysitting or something.
I definitely would keep my yorkie away from their hot little hands.