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In reply to the discussion: If you have a large dog and a repair technician is coming to your home, do you: [View all]Tadpole Raisin
(972 posts)In another room behind a gate where he/she would stay unless called, but people dont get it.
Whether it is ignorance, lack of consideration, or out and out rudeness on the owners part
Or whether you have a friendly dog, guarding aggressive dog , fear biter, or just a barker this is no excuse.
Even if you tell people it is company policy that customers have to put their dogs away you end up being the one dealing with the awkward situation and the often indignant owner. I know personally people who were bitten and out of work for awhile when making visits to peoples homes.
Hate to say it but it may be just easier to say you are allergic and need the dog in another room. Id like to think it would save a lot of back and forth but some people never get it.