Grumpy Husband who hates puppies!

[Discussing Labradoodles & Goldendoodles]

Anyone else have a husband that hates dogs? We got Cooper a little over a week ago. I figured with time he would warm up to Cooper but it hasn't gotten any better. He pushes Cooper away ever time he comes near him, freaks out if he chews on stuff or pees in the house. Who doesn't love a cute puppy?!?! Any suggestions to make it better?

[Lori, Quincy & Frankie]

oh dear.  perhaps more time?

[Anne & Mr. Haley]

OMD! Get rid of the husband. : )

[Nancie & Gracie Doodle]

Ditto!!

[Lonnie & Libby Lu]

LOL

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

A divorce lawyer?

[Adina P]

He probably didn't grow up with dogs so cooper is this weird furry creature that only ruins possessions and gets in hubby's way.  He probably needs time.  When cooper passes puppy kindergarten and starts more serious obedience, have your hubby participate.  I think doing something WITH a dog where you are partners with the dog helps in bonding.  So whatever you can think of to help them spend cooperative time together, may help if your hubby is willing. 

[Suzanne & Jack]

When we first got Jack my husband immediately wanted to return him.  I think it was the puppy phase.  Jack would wrap around your ankles and hold on for dear life.  Now my husband dotes on him.  Give it time.

[Willow and J]

Well... I have a friend whose husband never really warmed up to a dog. Dogs are hers, and at best her husband tolerates them. They had 4-5 dogs in their 15+ years together, but still. He's a nice person, and he has his own pets, but interactive and demanding pets are not for him. Sorry for not painting an optimistic picture here. 

[Karen, Jasper and Jackdoodle]

There's reason not to be optimistic, although I hope in this case it works out. There's a reason that on adoption applications, one of the first questions is whether all family members are in agreement about bringing a dog into the home. In cases where they are not, the chances of the dog being rehomed at a later date are more than 60%. :(

[Lonnie & Libby Lu]

Put husband in the "dog house"!  How sad, I feel bad for Cooper and you:(

[Diane, Baker & Oskar]

Could he be jealous of the time you're spending with the puppy?

Did you 'cross' him when you got the puppy?

The 'pushing away' sounds like pouting to me.  It's hard to resist the wagging tail of a puppy.

Please let us know how it turns out :)

[Suzanne & Jack]

He doesn't sound very fun.  Sorry, I think I'd be reconsidering him