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Originally Posted by JeanieK I agree, I believe if the dog is not a problem then it does not pertain to your situation.
But even a small dog can be extrememly annoying if they will never leave you alone and constantly wanting your attention. If they never go and play by themselves.
I have met dogs like that. My sister had a pom years ago and the dog was constantly scratching at your legs, wanting attention. We have friends that have a s**tzu that will not allow the humans to visit because she wants to be the center of attention, so she barks the enitre time we are there.
If you have either of those issuse going on, then it is more thn just your dog being happy to see you. He is DEMANDING that you pay attention to him and therefore showing dominance over you. |
I have never once felt that my yorkies were DEMANDING my attention when I arrive home nor that they are showing dominance over me. What I do feel is lots of love and a big "hey we missed you" today. By not showing my delight and paying no attention to them is like ignoring a grandchild, or child, who runs to greet you with a big bear hug. Sooner or later they do get the message that you are not excited to see them and look at what YOU are loosing. It has nothing to do with dominance.
I agree with vainchick5 that the book is a bunch of crock. I've never even heard of it or seen the show but sounds very much like some of the same crock Dr. Spock spread over raising children. JMO