| I took Ben with me when we visited my Grandparents 2 yrs ago. Ben loves all people as he's never (at least with me) been taught otherwise. However, not all people love him, and he seems to know it...Grampa doesn't like dogs. Who does Ben want to spend the most time with?? You got it...Grampa! Problem solved during our four day visit by keeping Ben leashed unless we had the gates up to keep ben out of the TV room where Grampa was.
If your Dad is less than thrilled with dogs, keep yours on a leash to avoid confrontations when Dad moves out of his chair. Allow the dog to greet Dad and then get him back to you and keep him there. Don't let him get away with that crap - especially in your own home! He's telling you and your father that he does not want your Dad out of his chair and you're letting him get away with it. Knock him down a few pegs with a leash correction, a strong verbal 'Leave It!' or "NO!" and then a few quick obedience commands (sit/stay or down/stay) and end on a positive note.  |