To not like dogs

[lookpar]

Awkward subject, but I recently was in a social group and everyone except me was bonding over their love of dogs and I just knew I had to keep quiet but of how socially unacceptable it is to dislike them.

I’m not scared of them, I haven’t had any majorly horrible experiences to make me hate dogs. I just simply don’t like them. I would never find a dog cute, I think they make your home smelly and dirty, having to walk them and look after them just seems like a form of personal torture I don’t know why anyone would want that. But I could NEVER say that thought out loud I would be crucified!

Also, another thing I’ve noticed is, it’s a certain demographic of people who seem to be obsessed with their dogs, people without kids, or older people whose kids have moved out. I may be wrong but it’s like this need to mother something/someone.

But anyway, I know dog lovers will come for me that’s fine I just genuinely want to know, why is it such a problem for dog lovers when someone else doesn’t like them?

I have kids, and when someone says they don’t want kids or don’t like them I don’t then judge them and start scrutinising them, I sort of agree lol! (Obviously love my own)

I don’t like any animals. Never have.

If there was someone in my life who was pleased when my dog died I would definitely need a new dog/excuse not to spend time with them.

I hate dog haters, will that do 😂

@lookpar

@Gowlett Not sure why you need to announce that, it serves no purpose.

I think you should spend some time around dogs and you would soon change your mind. Dogs are absolutely gorgeous creatures and I can't understand how anyone could hate them.

Congratulations!

I love all animals, always have.

Shall we move on?

I don’t have dog owing to lack of time, space, energy and money but I love dogs and always talk to any I meet when I’m out. I also have two doggy friends I go and see. I think what dogs give us is companionship, support and affection. Most dogs make it very clear when they’re pleased to see you and always know when something’s wrong and are ready to be stroked or give your hand a reassuring lick!

🎉 🎉 🎉 🎉 who cares 😂

I dunno, it's a bit of a sweeping generalised statement to say that people who don't like animals are untrustworthy. Maybe it's something to do with them having sociopathic traits 😬😳

My dog loves you too, @IceMaidenIceBear

It's fine not to like dogs - I don't like them either.

It's fine to like them too - incomprehensible to me, but we are all different.

What is not OK is when dog lovers inflict their dogs on you and cannot respect how you feel. I have friends with dogs; they know I do not like dogs; and they behave accordingly - i.e. do not let their dogs be a nuisance to me.

But i guess you could say we are human animals - we're basically mammals aren't we, at the end of the day?

Human Ponzi scheme 😄 As a childless woman I like that.

Children used to be useful, but that got banned. You'd think they'd reconsider in light of the cost of living crisis.

(I am joking btw)

My dog comes with me into dog friendly cafes and sits quietly under the table. Nobody knows she's there.

I work with dogs, and I own a dog. Makes no difference to me whether you like dogs or not. Or anyone else to be honest.

It's true that we could all benefit from more dog owners understanding that dogs are dogs, and not babies, but it is what it is. I shouldn't complain too much as training said dog owners is my living.

Most dogs make it very clear when they’re pleased to see you and always know when something’s wrong and are ready to be stroked or give your hand a reassuring lick! - I have no desire whatsoever to receive said lick!

Dog owners take note - I am not alone! Do not let your dogs do this!! - to anyone.......

I've seen a few threads on this topic now and I really dont understand the constant comparisons between dogs and children. As soon as someone pipes up with "I don't like dogs in cafés" or whatever someone else comes in with "What about children who run around wahhh" as if it has to be one or the other. Really don't get it.

Totally agree with you @somewhereintheworld , but will you not think of the poor dogs who would have to suffer these foul blisters.

Awww ❤ Give your gorgeous (and very happy looking) dog a neck rub for me @JackGrealishsBobbySocks

My 2

Oops! Didn’t mean to upset anyone…
If it’s just about dogs, work away!

Think you’ll be ok.Really, when has a dog ever randomly, came up to you to lick you.

@vodkaredbullgirl Totally GORGEOUS.

a) When she rubbed sausages all over herself.

or
b) Never.