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To think it should be mandatory that dogs wear shorts to cover their genitals in public?

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mumofoneAloneandwell · 22/11/2025 10:17

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I love dogs. There's a dalmatian near me that brings me true joy during the school run 🥰

But now that I've admired your dog from my car, got my dopamine hit, I am now faced with the task of avoiding glancing at its testicles and therefore being mildly grossed out during the rest of my journey.

In 2025, I shouldn't be forced to see a dogs genitals!

Time to introduce 'dog boxer shorts' so I can go about my day in peace! Someone needs to get onto Kier Starmer, honestly.

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Moltenpink · 22/11/2025 10:49

I know what you mean. My male lab loves lying on his back, legs splayed, and it is a bit indecent Grin

ClairDeLaLune · 22/11/2025 10:48

I saw a dog wearing a nappy on a bus once. I’d much rather see that than dog wee!

PP is right about cows. Tits out all over the place. This isn’t Magaluf. Cover them up!

EmpressOfTheThread · 22/11/2025 10:48

Coffeeishot · 22/11/2025 10:47

No not really they just like to be close to you.

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Right. Surely lying on your lap, rather than your head though?

InterestedDad37 · 22/11/2025 10:47

I'm totally on board with this one - also short haired dogs with permanently raised tails, whose bumholes are in constant view - 🤮

Coffeeishot · 22/11/2025 10:47

EmpressOfTheThread · 22/11/2025 10:45

Oh dear. Was he trying to be dominant?
disclaimer - my only knowledge of dog behaviour comes from previews of dog behaviour shows

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No not really they just like to be close to you.

EmpressOfTheThread · 22/11/2025 10:45

Coffeeishot · 22/11/2025 10:44

He used to sit on the back of the sofa and try and lie on my head .

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Oh dear. Was he trying to be dominant?
disclaimer - my only knowledge of dog behaviour comes from previews of dog behaviour shows

deepseaargyllfish · 22/11/2025 10:44

I don’t like seeing dogs’ bollocks either. Especially big dogs with prominent testicles. Gross. I do understand your distaste.

But it’s ridiculous to suggest they wear underpants. I assume you were being a bit playful with your original post and not entirely serious.

Coffeeishot · 22/11/2025 10:44

EmpressOfTheThread · 22/11/2025 10:36

No! However, I have never owned a dog or got particularly close to one, so I've no idea!

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He used to sit on the back of the sofa and try and lie on my head .

EmpressOfTheThread · 22/11/2025 10:43

GeorgesMarvelousCalpol · 22/11/2025 10:42

My cousin puts a nappy on her elderly incontinent dog, makes me laugh 😆 but works for her.

Aww, I think that's nice. Stops a mess.

GeorgesMarvelousCalpol · 22/11/2025 10:42

My cousin puts a nappy on her elderly incontinent dog, makes me laugh 😆 but works for her.

EmpressOfTheThread · 22/11/2025 10:36

Coffeeishot · 22/11/2025 10:31

I have no idea it doesn't sound particularly normal dog behaviour does it ?

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No! However, I have never owned a dog or got particularly close to one, so I've no idea!

Lurkingandlearning · 22/11/2025 10:32

I can’t recall ever looking at an animal’s genitals. I’m wondering why you do. You know where they are, why not just look at the other end? Some of them have quite cute faces which would be a better image to hang onto. Although I have to say, the image of dog’s face doesn’t stay with me all day. Have you considered counselling?

Coffeeishot · 22/11/2025 10:31

EmpressOfTheThread · 22/11/2025 10:28

Is that normal dog behaviour? Was it your shampoo?

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I have no idea it doesn't sound particularly normal dog behaviour does it ?

EmpressOfTheThread · 22/11/2025 10:30

mumofoneAloneandwell · 22/11/2025 10:29

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Definitely.

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mumofoneAloneandwell · 22/11/2025 10:29

Mumteedum · 22/11/2025 10:21

Dragons Den!

Go for it. Grin

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EmpressOfTheThread · 22/11/2025 10:28

Coffeeishot · 22/11/2025 10:27

There is a gorgeous bulldog near me who needs a hoist for his they just bob along as he walks by, definitely needs some pants 😂 My boy dog used to try and place them on my head thankfully they are no more!

Is that normal dog behaviour? Was it your shampoo?

EmpressOfTheThread · 22/11/2025 10:27

WonderingWanda · 22/11/2025 10:25

Why stop at dogs, I think it should apply to farm animals and wildlife...we don't want our men gawping at udders on a country walk

Oooh, a cow bra. That would be a challenge for Triumph.
It could even be a Triumph 🥇

WorriedRelative · 22/11/2025 10:27

As usual the horse community is one step ahead. Stallions have been wearing jock straps for years. Google stallion support strap!

Coffeeishot · 22/11/2025 10:27

There is a gorgeous bulldog near me who needs a hoist for his they just bob along as he walks by, definitely needs some pants 😂 My boy dog used to try and place them on my head thankfully they are no more!

EmpressOfTheThread · 22/11/2025 10:26

weaselwords · 22/11/2025 10:25

Boxers in boxers 🤣🤣🤣

😂

EmpressOfTheThread · 22/11/2025 10:26

Thankyourose · 22/11/2025 10:19

Brilliant, that gave me a right laugh!
Cats - should be forced to wear diapers - neighbors cats are always pissing in my garden. If all cats were legally forced to wear nappies, the world would smell a lot better.

Absolutely! All dogs and cats should have to wear nappies. I'm sick of the mess.
Lots of owners put them in coats and hats, why not shorts and nappies?
Great idea 👍

weaselwords · 22/11/2025 10:25

Boxers in boxers 🤣🤣🤣

PollyBell · 22/11/2025 10:25

I think birds should cover their wings, fly fly away oh wait a second

WonderingWanda · 22/11/2025 10:25

Why stop at dogs, I think it should apply to farm animals and wildlife...we don't want our men gawping at udders on a country walk

Dogmum1983 · 22/11/2025 10:25

😂😂😂😂 I’m sorry 🤣🤣 . My cockapoo already has to put up with a wardrobe of coats , jumpers and daft costumes that my Mum buys him , please don’t tell her about dog pants too , she already wanted to buy him some socks ! My dog might decide at this point to run away .. give him SOME dignity please 🤣🤣