I have never posted in this section but I am posting now as I would be keen to get the opinion of dog experts.
My dad got himself a dog at the beginning of the year. The dog is a female rescue dog, already a bit older. My dad got her from a dog home who picked her up from the streets in Romania. Apparently she is a quiet, friendly and almost lethargic dog, so suits my ageing dad. She also has arthritis, not sure this is relevant.
I have an 18 months old and a 5 year old. We visit my dad several times a year. We haven't been this year and frankly are a bit hesitant because of the dog. When we go we usually stay for a week. Our concern is that we cannot constantly keep an eye on the 18 months old and would be worried that she would find herself alone with the dog in a room at some point. She is still so little and her head is right at the head level of a medium sized dog and she is quite bold and curious, reaching out etc. I am sure my father would think our concerns are ridiculous as the dog is so friendly and easy going. But I am concerned about the dog's past as a street dog of which we know nothing. The dog has been around children a few times though when my nephews came to see my dad and all was good. But this was usually just for a day or two, not an entire week and my nephews are already a bit bigger.
So would you think I am unreasonable to ask my dad to put the dog into a home for pets whilst we stay there? He had her there before when he was travelling and she was fine. But I wouldn't be surprised if he feels that what we ask is over the top and I can just see this turning into an argument. On the other hand DH wouldn't want us to go..
Any opinions from the dog lovers out there?
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My dad has a new dog and we are afraid to visit with a toddler
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vez123 · 17/06/2015 22:10
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