Smacking dog

[BellarousasMom]

And people wonder why the "aggressive" known dogs are that way. There are other ways to take care of things. I would have told the receptionist that I was going outside call me when the drs ready. Luckly I've not ran into that. When I took my cattle dog for her annual after she lost her sight, she would sit and bark in the office. It didn't matter how much I got onto her verbally she ignored me. I understood why she was doing tho. So we waited outside. She was more comfortable that way. I think some big dogs don't like the confining space in the waiting rooms.

[Wylie's Mom]

I don't believe in ever hitting, smacking, tapping the nose, spanking or anything in that realm.

If I saw that happening, it would bother to me to no end....if I was at the Vet's, I'd try to have a private comvo w/ someone of authority and I'd ask if they could mention something to the owner.

If I saw it at a Pet Store like PetCo or PetSmart - I'd immediately ask for the manager on duty and ask what their policy is when this happens in the store, and I'd ask they find the owner and say something.

[kalina82]

I have bad anxiety too but if I saw something that bothered me enough, especially if it were animal abuse, you bet your ass I would have said something to the owner of that dog. Bad anxiety or not, if you were concerned enough for the dog you could have said something to the vet or receptionist...

[sugarmamma]

Originally Posted by kalina82

I have bad anxiety too but if I saw something that bothered me enough, especially if it were animal abuse, you bet your ass I would have said something to the owner of that dog. Bad anxiety or not, if you were concerned enough for the dog you could have said something to the vet or receptionist...

[MidnightUnicorn]

Honestly, I don't know what you could have done. We all have different personalities.

Personally, I would have stared with a horrified expression on my face at the puppy owner. I would NOT hide my shock and horror. If the puppy owner had words for me, I would reply with,"Sorry, you really shocked me."

Most likely, I would mention something to the vet and staff.

Poor puppy. Yes, puppies can be rambunctious, as children can be. But there are ways to calm down a puppy without abuse. Just my opinion.

[Deadbug]

Wouldn't it be nice if legislation passed a law requiring all new dog owners, regardless of breed, to take a class addressing basic care and housebreaking, veterinary care, and positive reinforcement training PRIOR to owning a dog? I mean, the US Government wastes money or other worthless programs. Why not do something worthwhile?

[lemonlime]

Originally Posted by Lovetodream88

I just want to explain why I didn't say anything. I have bad anxiety and as much as I wanted to I just couldn't and it makes me so mad at myself because I just wish I could be normal and have said anything not necessarily something nasty but I just could not say anything. I cant stop thinking about that poor puppy and that I couldn't do anything.

I have anxiety issues too so I can empathize with what you must be going through. Just reading your original post about that poor little puppy really upset me. If it was me there that day I would have mentioned it to the vet/staff when I went in the exam room with Sophie (even though my gut reaction would be to say something to the puppy's owner...I know I wouldn't have). Maybe give your vet office a quick call and tell them about what you witnessed...it might make you feel better.

[ilovejoel]

Originally Posted by Deadbug

Wouldn't it be nice if legislation passed a law requiring all new dog owners, regardless of breed, to take a class addressing basic care and housebreaking, veterinary care, and positive reinforcement training PRIOR to owning a dog? I mean, the US Government wastes money or other worthless programs. Why not do something worthwhile?

My mom says that.........but about our daycare parents

[Ahis_Mama]

Originally Posted by yorkietalkjilly

Most of us here know of your struggles & how hard it can be for you at times so don't concern yourself one whit about that, Taylor. Take care of yourself & the little bulldog will be okay. Dogs have long lived with rough treatment from humans & unless they really are being injured, most, especially bully type dogs, seem to take it without it phasing them. Who knows, with the internet & other resources, with time the owners of this puppy may come to find a better way of dealing with their puppy when he's rambunctious. Many do learn more once they've got a dog.

[anniernc]

Some people do not need to have an animal.

[lovespandp]

If it bothered you that much you should have confronted them- Or if anxiety is the issue you could have told the Vet or Tech behind closed doors so you wouldn't have to confront them.

What is the point asking "what you should have done" after the fact??

[GeorgiesMomma]

Originally Posted by lovespandp

If it bothered you that much you should have confronted them- Or if anxiety is the issue you could have told the Vet or Tech behind closed doors so you wouldn't have to confront them.

What is the point asking "what you should have done" after the fact??

[Lovetodream88]

Originally Posted by lovespandp

If it bothered you that much you should have confronted them- Or if anxiety is the issue you could have told the Vet or Tech behind closed doors so you wouldn't have to confront them.

What is the point asking "what you should have done" after the fact??

Part of my anxiety is I rehearse things like even if I am going to say something normal to my grandma I sometimes have to plan it out and say it a few times to myself so I guess I think if I know what to do next time I could rehearse it over and over again and maybe be able to say something next time.

[lovespandp]

Originally Posted by Lovetodream88

Part of my anxiety is I rehearse things like even if I am going to say something normal to my grandma I sometimes have to plan it out and say it a few times to myself so I guess I think if I know what to do next time I could rehearse it over and over again and maybe be able to say something next time.

Or you can just mind your own business- If it was me I would have just sat there and kept my mouth shut and minded my own business. You are not going to change anything by saying something- you might just piss off the person a little more than they already were.