My parents live some distance away. They have two massive and energetic dogs. I have a one year old and a two year old.
Whenever they come to stay they insist on bringing their dogs. Whilst they are friendly they tread mud in and out of the house, mill around the kitchen and generally get in the way. They lick the kids faces and would also take food of them if not stopped. They will occasionally chew furniture and shoes.
My parents know I am reluctant for them to bring the dogs and I also have two cats who get upset when they come.
My oldest child needs a small operation soon and I asked my parents if they could come and look after my youngest whilst we are in hospital. They have said they will but only if they can bring their dogs. I am uncomfortable with this. They are elderly and I think they will find managing the dogs and safely looking after my one year old daughter a struggle.
My mother has told me I am being unreasonable and that their dogs are part of the family and that they get very upset when they have to put them in kennels. Cost isn't a factor I have offered to pay. I feel they are prioritising their dogs over their grandchildren?
AIBU?