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Subtle way to tell family members not to bring dog to my home around newborn

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Camcam · 23/02/2024 10:47

Hi all,
DGM and DGF have a boisterous lapdog which yaps, jumps up on furniture and tries to chew toys. They take it on daily walks close by a farm so it usually has muddy paws and long hair.

I previously was living with DF (paying board) who is a dog lover so couldn’t make any comment when they used to bring the dog around almost daily. Now I have my own place and feel very irritated when they bring the dog around. I have to go around sterilising ds toys afterwards and cleaning the floors/furniture as it leaves so much hair around. I’ve made some not so subtle hints for them to leave the dog at home but they say she can’t be left alone as she gets anxious.

I’m due in a few weeks and having a c section (single parent) so absolutely do not want the dog. DGM and DGF are wonderful and come over often and will be wanting to visit the new baby. Does anyone have advice on how to tell them the dog isn’t allowed in without miffing them? 😫
Thanks in advance!

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Lorelaigilmore88 · 23/02/2024 10:49

Well for a start, don't be subtle. Be polite, but just say 'please don't bring any dogs with you when you visit'.

Camcam · 23/02/2024 10:48

Apologies, was meant to say “I do not want the dog visiting”. Pressed send too soon!

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