LaFlaca Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 DH and I have never allowed any of our dogs on the bed and Lola is no exception. However, our son and his fiancee enjoy sharing their bed with their dog and with Lola when she visits. Do you think this will prove confusing for Lola in the long run? She's been with us for less than 2 months and, so far, she seems to understand the difference. Quote Irene ~ Owned and Operated by Jenny (Jenny Rocks ~ 11/24/17) ~ JRo, Jenny from the Track Lola (AMF Won't Forget ~ 04/29/15 -07/22/19) - My girl. I'll always love you. Wendy (Lost Footing ~ 12/11/05 - 08/18/17) ~ Forever in our hearts. "I am yours, you are mine". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
locket Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 (edited) No, they are quite smart! Mine knows he is allowed on a couch and not the other. He knows he can climb in bed when I invite him, but never asks otherwise (he will only ask if there are fireworks outside).Lola will know it is ok with your son, but not you Edited October 18, 2017 by locket Quote Cynthia, with Charlie (Britishlionheart) & Zorro el GalgoCaptain Jack (Check my Spots), my first love Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaFlaca Posted October 18, 2017 Author Share Posted October 18, 2017 No, they are quite smart! Mine knows he is allowed on a couch and not the other. He knows he can climb in bed when I invite him, but never asks otherwise (he will only ask if there are fireworks outside). Lola will know it is ok with your son, but not you Great! Thanks for your input. Quote Irene ~ Owned and Operated by Jenny (Jenny Rocks ~ 11/24/17) ~ JRo, Jenny from the Track Lola (AMF Won't Forget ~ 04/29/15 -07/22/19) - My girl. I'll always love you. Wendy (Lost Footing ~ 12/11/05 - 08/18/17) ~ Forever in our hearts. "I am yours, you are mine". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
palmettobug Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 Both my Lab (across the Bridge) and Johnny only get on hotel/motel beds, never at home! My Lab would always check out the bathtub first and lick the soap. Dogs are weird! Quote Current Crew: Gino-Gene-Eugene! (Eastnor Rebel: Makeshift x Celtic Dream); Fuzzy the Goo-Goo Girl (BGR Fuzzy Navel: Boc's Blast Off x Superior Peace); Roman the Giant Galoot! (Imark Roman: Crossfire Clyde x Shana Wookie); Kitties Archie and Dixie Forever Missed: K9 Sasha (2001-2015); Johnny (John Reese--Gable Dodge x O'Jays) (2011-19); the kitties Terry and Bibbi; and all the others I've had the privilege to know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 Dogs are quite capable of figuring out different rules for different spaces and circumstances. Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyStella Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 I have a very similar question. I am trying to get Stella to come on the bed. I tried treats but she seems to have no idea what I want and she gets frustrated and walks away looking stressed. I tried picking up her front legs, but she wimpered so I put her down. Ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaFlaca Posted October 18, 2017 Author Share Posted October 18, 2017 I have a very similar question. I am trying to get Stella to come on the bed. I tried treats but she seems to have no idea what I want and she gets frustrated and walks away looking stressed. I tried picking up her front legs, but she wimpered so I put her down. Ideas? Some dogs will never get on the bed. My Wendy was with us for 10 years and never once showed any desire to get on our bed. However, the minute she first walked through the door, she appropriated the love seat! Quote Irene ~ Owned and Operated by Jenny (Jenny Rocks ~ 11/24/17) ~ JRo, Jenny from the Track Lola (AMF Won't Forget ~ 04/29/15 -07/22/19) - My girl. I'll always love you. Wendy (Lost Footing ~ 12/11/05 - 08/18/17) ~ Forever in our hearts. "I am yours, you are mine". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted October 18, 2017 Share Posted October 18, 2017 I have a very similar question. I am trying to get Stella to come on the bed. I tried treats but she seems to have no idea what I want and she gets frustrated and walks away looking stressed. I tried picking up her front legs, but she wimpered so I put her down. Ideas? Our newest was the same, so we just let her be. She loves being up there with us on her bed on the floor, so it's no big deal. The other night - nearly four months after she came home - Lizzie popped up on the bed, turned around and layed down next to me with her head on my shoulder like she'd been doing it all her life. She still won't get on the furniture though. I expect she'll get around to it in time. Or not. Doesn't matter. Time and patience! Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sobesmom Posted October 28, 2017 Share Posted October 28, 2017 No, they are quite smart! Mine knows he is allowed on a couch and not the other. He knows he can climb in bed when I invite him, but never asks otherwise (he will only ask if there are fireworks outside). Lola will know it is ok with your son, but not you I agree with this, with one caveat. IF she tries to get in your bed after being allowed in your son's, don't be too surprised. Just say - Ah no. And that will probably be the end of it. But don't blame her for trying just once. When my dogs spent the weekend with my parents while we were away, my parents fed them from the dinner table. My dogs have NEVER been allowed to beg at the table. My parents know that, but they chose to do the "grandparent thing". After they'd been with my folks for a weekend the dogs would approach the table. I'd just look at them and say "Really? NO." And they'd walk away. They KNEW the difference between Grandma's house rules and Our house rules - but they'd test..... just in case. They're smart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaFlaca Posted October 28, 2017 Author Share Posted October 28, 2017 I agree with this, with one caveat. IF she tries to get in your bed after being allowed in your son's, don't be too surprised. Just say - Ah no. And that will probably be the end of it. But don't blame her for trying just once. When my dogs spent the weekend with my parents while we were away, my parents fed them from the dinner table. My dogs have NEVER been allowed to beg at the table. My parents know that, but they chose to do the "grandparent thing". After they'd been with my folks for a weekend the dogs would approach the table. I'd just look at them and say "Really? NO." And they'd walk away. They KNEW the difference between Grandma's house rules and Our house rules - but they'd test..... just in case. They're smart. Spot on! Lola has tried to get on our bed a couple of times. I asked her to "OFF"! and gave her a treat when she complied. Clever girl. When she goes to my son's place, she beelines for the bed. Quote Irene ~ Owned and Operated by Jenny (Jenny Rocks ~ 11/24/17) ~ JRo, Jenny from the Track Lola (AMF Won't Forget ~ 04/29/15 -07/22/19) - My girl. I'll always love you. Wendy (Lost Footing ~ 12/11/05 - 08/18/17) ~ Forever in our hearts. "I am yours, you are mine". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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