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Poor dog gets the brunt of it - why? What to do?

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Chestnutpony · 10/11/2020 11:41

Like most people, I have had a crap year. I'm feeling isolated. I'm settling into a new town, so still getting to know people. No family nearby. Working from home.

I've also got a difficult grief situation going on, which I don't want to go into too much at the moment.

As a result, I'm cranky with everyone. Husband, kids, extended family. However, for some stupid reason, it's the dog who irritates me the most. It's not her fault. She's boisterous, but doesn't really do anything wrong. I just can't stand being in the same room with her. I get these terrible misphonic reactions to the little moist noises she constantly makes with her mouth.

I've seen my GP, and I currently have a lot of stress /grief that I need to work through. I have an appointment with a counsellor. I just don't know what to do with my dog in the meantime. I try to treat her well, but I feel like she's being neglected, which makes me feel guilty, which makes everything worse.

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dontwantamirena · 11/11/2020 06:19

Have you considered getting some noise cancelling headphones so you can spend a bit more time with her?

Chestnutpony · 12/11/2020 02:21

That's a good idea. She'd be able to come and sit with me while I work, then.

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bellalou1234 · 12/11/2020 07:34

Strange isnt it. When my mood isnt good I can't tolerate my dog either. He just irritates me.

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