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Anonymous wrote:Why did you want a dog? Dogs are pack animals. You are part of her pack. Of course she wants to be with you!

You do not have the right temperament for a dog. Hopefully your family members are nicer and dog people.

OP here. Fair enough, I may not have the right temperament for one. I am very much an introvert and thought it would actually be a great idea! However, I get no break from her. I am very nice to her. I do not know why people assume I am not? Do we never find our kids annoying or needing a break from our kids? No one even answered my questions, what helps? We put our kids in aftercare and summer camps…. Would doggy daycare help?

Yes. Daycare/nannies/someone to care for your dog so that you can do your own thing, just like you did with your kids.

These (daycare, specifically) are a recipe for behavioral issues that will make poor behaviors even worse but I'm never surprised to see them recommended here.

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Anonymous wrote:I feel the same way as you, OP. It’s been 4 years and it doesn’t get better. I really regret getting a dog and just don’t get why people do this.

I don't get why all y'all whinge about how much you dislike having a pet. Rehome the pet. It's not a kid. You can find it a place where it will be loved and wanted.

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Anonymous wrote:Give it back.

OP here. She has a good life. We are doing everything we need to do for her. I just find her annoying. Not sure that is a good enough reason to return her is it? She doesn’t know I find her annoying, I assume. She is very excited every time she sees me be it I am gone for work, get off the toilet, etc.

I can’t imagine being annoyed at another living creature being excited to see me.

But I grew up with dogs/cats and love animals. I have a very clingy cat who likes to sit in my lap while I work at home. I feel bonded with them.

Sounds like you did not have experience with animals and shouldn’t have pets again.

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Anonymous wrote:Give it back.

OP here. She has a good life. We are doing everything we need to do for her. I just find her annoying. Not sure that is a good enough reason to return her is it? She doesn’t know I find her annoying, I assume. She is very excited every time she sees me be it I am gone for work, get off the toilet, etc.

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Anonymous wrote:I feel the same way as you, OP. It’s been 4 years and it doesn’t get better. I really regret getting a dog and just don’t get why people do this.

I am a person who can't imagine living without a dog. I had a dog growing up, and except for college/my early twenties have always had a dog. I love the company so much. Now that I have teenagers, I especially appreciate that the dog is always pleasant and happy to see me!

Anonymous wrote:Hire a walker or one of those teams that takes a crew of dogs out for a hike/romp in an enclosed field for a few hours each day. Your dog needs friends.

Anonymous wrote:I feel the same way as you, OP. It’s been 4 years and it doesn’t get better. I really regret getting a dog and just don’t get why people do this.

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Anonymous wrote:I am the same. When my dog and cat pass on, I will never own another animal. I don't understand why people are ok with following an animal around and picking up its poop. I got the dog because I love seeing people with their animals (the cat we inherited) - but I hate the smell and I especially hate having to plan my day around walking the dog. I have one hour in the morning before work - I could either lift weights and run or I can take the dog for a walk. But I have to walk the dog so my own health suffers. When I sit down to watch a movie in the evening, the dog wants to play. I'm a slave to the freaking dog.

OP here. This is my problem too. I want to work out in the morning, like intensely when the family is asleep but she needs to be walked. Then if she doesn’t poop, I have to watch her like a hawk to make sure she doesn’t poop in the house. She is not a dog that I can run with as she is small. That is why I asked another poster how long should I walk her to tire her out enough so that I can come home and work out?

Perfect example of when you should be crating her during the day. You need to get your work out in, just crate her. I promise she will adjust and just sleep.

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Anonymous wrote:I am the same. When my dog and cat pass on, I will never own another animal. I don't understand why people are ok with following an animal around and picking up its poop. I got the dog because I love seeing people with their animals (the cat we inherited) - but I hate the smell and I especially hate having to plan my day around walking the dog. I have one hour in the morning before work - I could either lift weights and run or I can take the dog for a walk. But I have to walk the dog so my own health suffers. When I sit down to watch a movie in the evening, the dog wants to play. I'm a slave to the freaking dog.

OP here. This is my problem too. I want to work out in the morning, like intensely when the family is asleep but she needs to be walked. Then if she doesn’t poop, I have to watch her like a hawk to make sure she doesn’t poop in the house. She is not a dog that I can run with as she is small. That is why I asked another poster how long should I walk her to tire her out enough so that I can come home and work out?

Anonymous wrote:I feel the same way as you, OP. It’s been 4 years and it doesn’t get better. I really regret getting a dog and just don’t get why people do this.