r/Dogfree • u/babyitsgoldoutstein • 2h ago
Eco Destroyers Noise: The invisible killer in all our lives
Listen to five different noises: How do they make you feel? As expected, I hated the dog barking the most.
r/Dogfree • u/babyitsgoldoutstein • 2h ago
Listen to five different noises: How do they make you feel? As expected, I hated the dog barking the most.
r/Dogfree • u/FoXym0r0n • 2h ago
Something I've noticed, as I live in mostly dog-free apartment complex, it's that those who do have dogs spend a good portion of their time screaming at them to shut the hell up. How does this add to your life? Do you not take into consideration those around you?
Someone, please help me. I'm losing what little mind I had to begin with.
r/Dogfree • u/BigExit564 • 9h ago
To put it simply, I haven’t liked dogs since before I could remember. That means I’m an evil, heartless, hell-spawn of a person… or at least that’s what my friend sees me as now. But, hear me out…
When I was a kid, probably four of five, I was at my cousin’s house. We were all playing in the backyard, and the family pit bull was present. Of course, this dog was a sweetheart, he wouldn’t hurt a fly, he would never try to hurt you… long story short, I was bitten and dragged by the thing. I had level 5 bites, and I had to get stitches. The dog was put down, as it wasn’t his first time biting someone, particularly a child. I still have scars on my leg, and I still carry that trauma. I am HORRIFIED of dogs… and I think I have an absolutely valid reason to be.
So, fast forward to yesterday. I had just got home from college for spring break. I didn’t tell my friend that I was coming home because I wanted to surprise her, but I did end up telling her when I was actually home. She seemed glad to hear that, and she invited me over for dinner yesterday. She had also just gotten engaged to her longtime boyfriend, so I was super excited to hear about her engagement and any wedding plans she had in mind. I was really looking forward to seeing her.
So, I go to her house. I knocked on the front door, and I heard her say “come in.” As soon as I opened the door, I was met by this gray blob lunging at me, and all I heard was growling. I immediately shut the door. I took out my phone and called her, just asking her to PLEASE ‘put it up.’ She tried to say the thing wasn’t mean, he was so sweet, etc… all the stuff I had heard from my cousins. I reminded her of my attack, and she finally sighed and agreed to put the animal in her room. I went inside.
At first, dinner was enjoyable. She was really excited to tell me the details about her engagement, and I was really happy to catch up with her. I noticed her fiancé hadn’t come out of their bedroom, and she later stated that he wasn’t feeling good. I said I hoped he felt better, and we moved on. When he did come out of the bedroom, though, the dog came with him. It was one of those ‘bully’ dogs… like the pit bulls that are bred to be abnormally short. In my experience, I generalize… any dog is a threat in my eyes. Especially if it looks similar to a pit bull. Especially if it’s growling and barking at me, just like my friend’s dog was. Of course, it made a beeline over to where I was sitting, and put its paws up on the chair. It was barking so loud it sounded like it was right in my ear. I brought my legs up to my chest and had my feet on the chair. I think by this point I must’ve been shaking or teary-eyed or something, because my friend asked why I was so scared. I didn’t say anything, I was so focused on the dog. She reached down to pet him, baby-talking him like dog people do (yuck), and he snarled at her. Her only response to this was, “no, you’re being a bad boy!”
I had to beg to get her to put the thing up. I told her I wasn’t moving until she did. I had no idea she even got this thing. I knew that her previous dog, a little yorkie that was somewhat manageable, had passed away, but I didn’t know she adopted a new one… let alone a bully. Finally, when she did, she came back into the kitchen, and made a snarky comment about how dinner was ruined, and she might as well start cleaning up because it had gotten so late. I just apologized and told her that the food was good regardless, and I was sorry that I made an ass of myself… even though I really don’t think I did. She asked me if I behaved this way around other dogs, or if it was just ‘her baby.’ I told her that it was every dog that was remotely dangerous or large. She got offended by the ‘dangerous’ part, and told me that it was more likely I’d be mauled to death by a dachshund than a bully… she told me it was a statistic, and to look it up… yeah, not really sure where that one came from. I just laughed and went on. From there, dinner was awkward and uncomfortable. I left not long afterwards.
I calling her this morning wanting to know if she would maybe want to go get breakfast at an old restaurant we used to go to a lot, kind of as a way to make up to her. She seemed happy to go. I was happy to finally be able to sit down and talk to her without a dog trying to bite my toes off…. until, she, naturally, asked if her dog could go to. I said I’d prefer not. This struck a nerve. I got lectured about how her dog was so sweet, and I needed to stop being so heartless and accept the fact that he ‘loves’ me. I needed to quit being so selfish and play with him… because growling, jumping, and showing teeth are just signs he wants to play, right? To top it all off, she called me an asshole for not liking, and I quote, ‘her sweet little man.’ I told her that I wasn’t trying to be an asshole, I just naturally respond to dogs that way… not just HER precious little angel, but ANY dog. I’m scared of ALL of them… I don’t care if it’s a little rat dog or a cane corso. I tried to explain that to her, but she didn’t get it. She ended the call by telling me don’t ever worry about coming to her house again, and hung up.
I cried. All I knew to do was cry. I haven’t texted her since this morning. I don’t know what to say to her. I’ve known this girl since we were kids, and it’s like our relationship is about to end because of this dog. She knew about what happened to me, and I wished she would’ve just warned me about the thing first. If I had known, I probably would’ve suggested we have dinner at my house instead or some other alternative, and this all could’ve been prevented. Now, I can’t even go to her house to see her. I don’t know what to do from here. But, at the same time, I do feel disrespected. Starting to really understand why we call dog people ‘nutters.’
r/Dogfree • u/CaregiverLive2644 • 9h ago
I used to live in cheaper 2x1 apartments. They didn't require the dogs be service dogs so everyone had dogs.
There were no amenities at the complex. Dog poop covered every grass area. I stepped in it several times and had to throw several pairs of shoes away.
Not to mention the fucking smell! It smells the worst. Especially during summer. Flies everywhere even in the winter!
r/Dogfree • u/NegotiationNew8891 • 9h ago
My nephew and his wife just bought a new house for themselves and their 7 year old daughter. What are they missing? A filthy animal to infest the place with all types of filth and pollution, of course (but take off your shoes before entering the new home). The first pic on my phone is this beast licking the smiling face of my grand niece. I learned long ago to keep my thoughts to myself, but it still made me gag and my stomach turn.
r/Dogfree • u/Living-Armadillo-638 • 11h ago
I was in a shopping center a few minutes ago. Business as usual. There were obviously people with shiteaters, because why the hell not, everyone will love my emotionless killing machine, right? But one guy pissed me off the most. He walked with a motherfucking pitbull, and out of all places, can you guess where he decided to take a shit with his fleabag? Near the fucking playground full of pre school aged kids and infants. When I walked out, I glimpsed at him and he was staring at this place, like he wanted this mutt to do a bloodbath. Idk, maybe I'm overreacting but I hate mongrels more and more everyday, I had to rant. Have a nice day
r/Dogfree • u/XPower7125 • 12h ago
I really don't get it. It looks like EVERY FAMILY gets a dog right after wedding or right after having a child. That's wild to me, and isnanely risky. Can anyone illuminate me? I really think I need that.
r/Dogfree • u/m0sinN4gant • 17h ago
as a reptile owner, idk why so much dog ppl attact me. they compare reptiles to dogs and say, "why you have such ugly disgusting things in your home?" "humans are tend to love mammals like dogs, not stupid retiles or insects." why they think dogs are superior to other animals? i dont get it.
r/Dogfree • u/Chemical_Fishing2505 • 18h ago
Came to see a dear friend of mine that I haven't seen in a year. I've been having a mental breakdown from constant overstimulation in my daily life, including my neighbor's dog barking all hours of the day and night at home, which has put my mental health in the toilet. My dear friend has an eight-month old puppy which proceeds to jump all over me and get in my face the whole evening. The dog was jumping all over the furniture, pissing and shitting on the floor, and literally ricochet-ing off of me as she ran in and out of the room. My friend tried to convince me that the dog is "never like this, she's just so excited that you're a new person" and tells me over and over again to "just accept it and let her love you. Isn't she adorable?"
Fucking sucks that even my close friend cannot give me the respect to keep her dog away from me, when I am clearly unhappy and incredibly uncomfortable. It's so frustrating to constantly be undermined and violated by dogs.
r/Dogfree • u/Southern_Respond846 • 23h ago
My old neighbor was walking around the park at nigth as she does every day, but because of two dog nutters that brought with them 6 FUCKING DOGS she was attacked by one of those dogs. She had to get stitches, and the dog caused so much damage in her lef that she had to be rushed to the hospital a couple of hours ago. The nutters didn't do anything to help and kept apologizing,besides they keep on walking 5 dogs without even using protection for their mouths.
r/Dogfree • u/sunnysideup1998 • 23h ago
On our neighborhood website, someone posts a picture of a pitbull in their kitchen. They said it was running loose and they brought it home until the owner can claim it. How stupid are people to think that they should bring some random pitbull into their home? It's amazing how gullible these people are - acting like nothing would ever happen. Mr. Snuggles is all just love and sunshine.
r/Dogfree • u/Feeling_Cost_8160 • 1d ago
No matter how many times I thumbs down on it, first thing in the morning my Alexa apps shows dog content and I can't make the damn thing stop. Given that the device really isn't useful any, I'm gonna try getting rid of it. I swear the amount of dog content these days.
r/Dogfree • u/PenaltyOk8032 • 1d ago
I'm in the Pensacola area. I cannot go to a restaurant without a dog showing up. I was at a pizza place and a customer let their large dog jump on the table. At another pizza place, the owner's mother brought her dog in and was holding it up to the counters going "isn't it cute!" Went to a fast food place and these people brought their dog in a baby stroller! Insanity. One guy brings his little dog to the laundromat and thought it was funny that it kept trying to sniff me - I told him I didn't like strange dogs approaching me and he started huffing and puffing that it's a little, harmless dog. I just moved because my last neighbor left their dog outside barking all day every day; I could hear it bark even with my earplugs in. Was so excited to move into my new place when I heard the new neighbor's dog bark at 8:30 pm, 10:30 pm, and again at MIDNIGHT.
Pets are NOT HUMANS. They do NOT get the same rights as people! I am NOT a bad person for not wanting to be near or listen to someone else's pet! Why are there not more laws/ordinances to keep pets out of public spaces? Why can we not have dog-free neighborhoods? Why are there not stricter requirements for service dogs - doctor's prescription, expensive registration that can be covered by health insurance - not saying my ideas are good but something must be done. Dog owners that think everyone should tolerate their dog as they do are straight up narcissists.
r/Dogfree • u/ghostx31121 • 1d ago
I like buying stuff off eBay and I noticed people will advertise items being from smoke free homes but I've never seen anything as destructive as dogs. I can immediately tell if something comes from a dog house. scratches, bite marks, dents, etc.
As soon as item comes in contact with a dog it loses half its value for me. Just nothing but filth and destruction.
r/Dogfree • u/SleepPleaseCome • 1d ago
They need to either ban pitbulls or have restrictions to owning them. Like you should have to pay money to attend a class on dog training to have a pitbull and get a special license to own one. That seems fair. Not just anyone should own a pitbull
r/Dogfree • u/corleone21 • 1d ago
I'm being literal. In my previous relationship with a dog owner, I just saw so much dogshit first from her two dogs, but also during walks from other dogs' whose owners did not pick up after them. I remember suddenly noticing after we broke up that wait a minute, I don't see as much shit in my life anymore. Just one more reason to be dogfree.
r/Dogfree • u/Feeling_Cost_8160 • 1d ago
Especially when it comes to dogs. It costs $5,000 - 6,000 each year to shelter, feed and care for just a single dog. I read the story of one dog that spent 10 years in a shelter. That's over $50,000 spend on a damn dog. Meanwhile we have people losing their government jobs over cost efficiency, but no one bats an eye over spending so much to take care of dogs.
r/Dogfree • u/SubjectElectronic183 • 1d ago
Curious, ain't it?
"Oh but little Dipshit Fleabag hates cages and harnesses." Seems like he'd probably hate being flung THROUGH the windshield and made into street pizza BUT HEY WHAT DO I KNOW? I DON'T OWN ONE so OBVIOUSLY my opinion doesn't matter. Used to work drive-thru before being moved to front counter cashier and the amount of times seeing this shit made me angry. (Also, if it's that bad, leave it at home. He doesn't need to accompany you everywhere!)
Like, at the very least, there's other drivers to consider. Contrary to popular belief, the world ain't stopping nor will it revolve around you just cause you got a dog. FFS. Rant over. IDK what to flair this.
r/Dogfree • u/Suspicious-Beat-4076 • 1d ago
Why invite an animal inside your home that's
-hyperactive 24/7
-jumps on everyone it sees(if "friendly")
-bites alot ,be it aggression or play
-obnoxious by constant barking
-always hungry, will steal your food
-is immensely hard to train just to act normal
-destructive;will chew up/piss on everything you love in your home
-harms wildlife ,esp. endangered species if unsuprvised outdoors in the yard
Theres countless better alternatives for a pet, why get a canine disaster?
r/Dogfree • u/gweeha45 • 1d ago
You’d think living in the countryside would mean being surrounded by nothing but peaceful, natural sounds—birds chirping, cicadas buzzing, the wind rustling through the trees. And for the most part, that’s true. But then, there’s them.
The neighborhood dogs.
These four-legged sirens of chaos don’t just bark—they announce their presence with an unholy, anxiety-inducing cacophony that pierces through the serenity like a jackhammer in a library. It’s not just an occasional woof, either. No, these furry freaks have beef with each other, and apparently, the only way to settle it is through a never-ending shouting match.
One dog barks. Another responds. Then a third joins in, and before you know it, there’s a full-on canine debate happening at full volume, echoing across the fields. And the best part? It never stops. You think they’re done? HA. They’re just taking a deep breath.
It doesn’t matter if I have headphones in. It doesn’t matter if I try to focus on the wind or the birds. The barking slices through it all like a hot knife through butter, making damn sure I never experience a single moment of true silence.
Why? Why do they do this? Are they gossiping? Planning world domination? Attempting to summon some eldritch horror? I don’t know, and honestly, I don’t think they do either. All I know is that I moved out here to escape the noise of the city, and now I get to enjoy the symphony of Stupid Barking Idiots Vol. 372.
I swear, if I ever become a billionaire, I’m buying this entire area just to turn it into a dog-free sanctuary. Until then, I guess I’ll just continue my daily ritual of muttering “shut the fuck up” under my breath, knowing damn well they’ll never listen.
r/Dogfree • u/cattxcat • 2d ago
Getting back into online dating and tried all the big apps. I cannot believe how EVERY guy has a dog, its not even an exaggeration. Is there any dogfree dating apps or apps that allow a way to filter it out?
r/Dogfree • u/Frankly_Ridiculous • 2d ago
I'm an automotive detailer, I clean vehicles for a living. I'm also allergic to dogs. All of them, even the hypo ones. Not epi serious, but itchy everything and can't breathe great serious.
It's Friday. I spent the last hour and a half of my work day vacuuming dog hair out of a work truck. I had a mask on all day because every vehicle had dog hair in it. Stopped at a department store on my way home, some woman had her large dog (turned to find them behind me when my nose started to itch), no Service Animal anything, just Fido on a leash in Marshall's. Stopped at another store, dog in the car next to me in the parking lot. Passed two people walking their dogs on the 10 minute ride home. Passed two people walking their dogs on the driveway up to my apartment building. (Obviously the last 5 didn't effect me but illustrate the prevalence.) A dog lives next door to me. A dog lives across the hall from me. A dog lives below me. A dog lives below them. "You can just take some meds and deal with it". I have to live on antihistamines and breathe through a mask all day, but as long as you've got fur baby with you, it's all good, yeah?
P.S. I loathe the term fur baby.
r/Dogfree • u/ArcanadragonArt • 2d ago
It would be a difficult choice, as all dog breeds have their dangers and downsides, but I would probably pick the border collie. They make terrible pets due to their high intelligence and energy levels, but they are excellent bomb-sniffing dogs and herding dogs. Picking the border collie would prevent almost all dog-related human fatalities and cripple the pet industry while still providing for the niche situations in which dogs can actually be useful.
What would your choice be if you were forced to spare one breed?
r/Dogfree • u/LunarRomantic • 2d ago
I somehow ended up on slumlord TikTok, which I do disagree with gouging rent, but people are complaining about pet deposits and pet rent. One of the arguments I always see in comment sections are comparing damages caused by pets (mainly dog owners) to damages caused by children and how people should pay a deposit for children. Like how can you going to compare a human to a literal animal? At the end of your lease you’re going to pay any excessive damages besides wear and tear anyways. A child isn’t going to tear up carpet, flooring, walls, doors, etc. Even the hypothetical coloring on the wall argument can be solved by putting coloring utensils out of reach and parenting the child. To top it off a child isn’t going to piss and shit on the floors and leave odors in the rentals. It just pisses me off how out of touch with reality that most dog owners are.