Posted on 04/01/2014 7:36:55 AM PDT by Sir Napsalot
You really can't compare the love you have for a spouse or significant other to your love of a dog — the two are very different. But it can be easy to get in the habit of showering your adorable canine with love and attention. Dogs actively seek and expect affection, while a loved one may not. This might sometimes leave your partner with a sense that you love the family pet more than you love him. Before you jump into marriage counseling, take a look at our list to see if you truly do love your dog more than your spouse.
1. You greet your dog first when you come home.
You walk through the door after a long day or a trip away and shower your pup with hugs and kisses but don't give the same treatment to your significant other. While your spouse might not need or want immediate cuddle time, be sure he knows you missed him just as much.
You also need to beware of causing behavior issues when greeting your dog. Trainer Mikkel Becker advises that you shouldn't turn your hellos and goodbyes into emotional scenes because they can be distressing for your pooch. This practice can exacerbate separation anxiety and increase your dog's distress at being left alone.
2. You shower your dog with compliments.
You tell him multiple times a day what a handsome boy he is, but you rarely bother to tell your husband he looks great in that suit or fantastic in that new shirt. Men appreciate compliments, too!
3. You constantly post pictures of your dog online.
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Only if you're connected to it, by a lead, or a thumb.
Yeah, man, there really is something to be said about being able to come and go as we please.
Now, I now I can go without a dog, but I just don’t want to. Too much joy to be had there.
A wife on the other hand...pass.
It just isn’t for me, I’m a lone wolf and always have been.
I had my fill when I was younger, and it was WAY MORE TROUBLE that it was worth, so I walked away and never went back.
I don’t see it changing, I’m too used to it this way now.
Your dogs collar is nicer than your wife's necklace.
You sleep in the dog house.
You bark more than you talk.
I had both also. Still have the dog.
My little Maltese mix is 10.For a long time now he starts waiting at the slider that has a view to the driveway entrance about a half hour before hubby gets home. When I first noticed it, I remember thinking - is this dog psychic or what? It took me awhile to realize that hubby calls me when he leaves work to see if I need him to pick up anything. The dog must know who I am talking with and that’s when he starts his vigil. He’s a smart little dog.
My little Maltese mix is 10.For a long time now he starts waiting at the slider that has a view to the driveway entrance about a half hour before hubby gets home. When I first noticed it, I remember thinking - is this dog psychic or what? It took me awhile to realize that hubby calls me when he leaves work to see if I need him to pick up anything. The dog must know who I am talking with and that’s when he starts his vigil. He’s a smart little dog.
LOL I like this.
(Obligatory reminder/ prayer to the choir) Never leave pooches unattended in a car. Not just because it’s too hot, but too many lowlifes are stealing cars with dogs inside these days. (Sorry. It’s reflex)
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