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There isn’t much out there that bugs
a dog. But there are times when things can get under the skin
of even the “coolest” dogs. Here are some of their
top pet peeves in dogs … from the mouths of dogs themselves.
1. Leaving the toilet bowl lid down. Humans
just don’t understand that the water is cold, fresh and
always tastes better there. For the little dogs that have
never been able to “reach” this delightful experience
– you don’t know what you are missing.
2. Not sharing in the fruits of your labor.
I don’t mean “fruit” actually. I mean that
beautiful, 1 ½ -inch steak you cooked to such aromatic
perfection. We’re all part of the pack, right? Why am
I not getting my share?
3. Not understanding my behavior. Okay,
so I like to greet strangers by leaping on them. I like to
chase my tail by that lead crystal vase you call an heirloom.
I’m not misbehaving; I’m a dog for crying out loud.
It’s all good, and like shadow chasing, helps build eye-to-paw
coordination.
4. Bathing. What is with the daily bath
“thing” that humans do? And why do they inflict
that obscenity upon me on occasion? Just when I think I am
smelling fine, they bathe me. I really don’t understand.
I’m only going to go out and roll in “something”
again. They just don't appreciate the effort it takes to get
that perfect doggie odor.
5. Rushing me to potty. Don’t they
know that there is a true art to finding the right spot? Just
because they did not get up in time, they are running late,
they want me to “Hurry up and potty.” Have a little
respect. This is my chance to shine.
6. Being away. I love attention and being
around people, noise and excitement. When you are away, at
work, or running errands ... this is time away from me. Don’t
you know? It is ALL about me. Your life should revolve around
me AND I can make you regret leaving me behind....
7. Nail trims. They are my nails –
I spend lots of time growing them and here they come again
touching my feet. I hate that!
8. Not letting me chase the squirrel. They
torment me by placing a “glass wall” between me
and lots of critters outside. How annoying. All I want to
do is “play” with them. The other thing they do
is restrain me with this thing called the leash. I want to
run forward and I am pulled back. If they can't keep up, they
should just let me go. What is a dog to do?
9. Catnip. Now this is one peeve that really
annoys me. I see the cat roll and play and even cry out in
joy in response to catnip. I smell it, eat it, lick it and
... nothing happens. Nothing. I don’t get it.
10. Not letting me at the mailman. This
is so unfair. I wait all day for the mailman and finally he
comes. The anticipation is great. Then, they hold me back.
Tell me to be quiet. Very annoying. They don’t appreciate
the fact that the mailman comes everyday and I single handedly
scare him away. My bravery and courage are unappreciated.
11. When my owner is playing with the other
dog or cat. This really hurts my feelings. Seeing MY owner
play with someone else. It is all about me... They really
don’t understand.
12. Won’t let me at the litter box.
I think of it as an opportunity for a tootsie roll snack.
My owners get all grossed out, run around and then actually
deny me access to what I desire the most. I am actually helping
to clean up. What’s the problem?
13. Expecting me to be at their beck and
call. For a treat – I have to do some little humiliating
trick and pretend I like it. What about independence, freedom
and respect?
14. Sharing the bed. I don’t understand
why I have to sleep on the floor. Why can’t I have the
bed and they sleep on the floor? I work hard all day and night.
I protect my owners, guard the house and scare away invaders
of my castle such as the mailman, cats, squirrels, and a multitude
of other creatures. I should be pampered.
15. Rolling up the windows. I feel such
joy from the little words, “wanna go bye bye.” This
gives me thoughts of having the window down with cool wind
blowing through my hair, looking just dynamite as other dogs
stare from the curbs in envy and awe. And just when I am really
getting into it – head out, ear flapping, they roll up
the window. Then I am forced to stare at other dogs going
by with their heads out the window. Mega bummer.
…and one more for good measure:
16. Cats. What really makes me angry is
the agility and grace of cats. They have the gifted ability
to jump up on things and escape under things with such ease.
I really wish I could do that. When I try to do that, I inevitably
break or knock something over.
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