Probably not. Today is the day the gas dude comes to hopefully fix the RUMBLE RUMBLE that keeps coming from the heater when it comes on. Last visit, they said, they would have to replace the piping due to when they installed the Rinnai water heater, the piping isn’t big enough. Great! Almost 6 years later, right? Idiots!
Anyway, if you’ve followed my blog long enough, you should know that Titan (Mr. T) is VERY protective of his home and property surrounding it, as well as Momma and Daddy. Having people stop by is always an adventure.
What do we do with Titan?
Sleepy head
Well if they only need access inside the house, we can put Titan outside in the yard. Yes, he’ll jump up on the laundry room back door and bark trying to get in, but all is ok.
However, the gas guy will need access in the yard, under the house, and into the laundry room.
Game plan:
- Appointment is this afternoon
- Administered melatonin at approximately 11 am
- Walked and played with Titan
- Got barrier ready to put in living room
- Will put color and leash on him, in case of escape
- Keep laundry room door shut while gas dude is here
- Make sure gas dude knows DO NOT open laundry room door
Back up plan:
- Put Titan in the master bedroom with the door shut and deal with his incessant barking to get out of the bedroom and make sure Momma is ok
Shew! Although we love how protective Titan is of his house and property, sometimes it can be a pain in the butt. However, long-term of having the satisfaction of knowing Titan is so protective, in case of intruders, is awesome peace of mind.
Do you have one of these overly protective babies? And if so, how do you handle it when visitors come? I’m not talking friends that come normally and your baby is familiar, I’m talking about people coming to work or service things at your house preferably wearing a uniform, as Titan has a quirk about uniforms, hats, and gloves.
I’m all ears…………
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LoL so funny you referring to to the guy as the gas dude,
Well we have been in our home for about 13 years now and never had anyone over to fix anything mainly because I do all and any repairs.
But I would have to say my pups dont really like strangers at all. My oldest Max has full access to the house and he’s not afraid to move the blinds to flex his jaw and teeth to let you know he’ll use them if you try anything
Should I call him a Service Technician? That may offend, no? hehe Good thing for you that your handy enough to know all the in’s and out’s of things.
Glad to hear I’m not the only one who has a babe that doesn’t approve of strangers at home. Titan will do the same. He’ll move the curtain, bark, slobber on the glass and what not, to let them know you are NOT coming inside my house. Well as I type, I’m still waiting. The times is slowing counting down to when drama will strike. Titan is a lil calm now due to the melatonin so hopefully he’ll stay that way. I’m not counting on it though.
Thanks for sharing Rob!
We try to always have 2 people at home when a worker is going to be there so that 1 person can go into a bedroom with Pauley & the fosters. Pauley LOVES people being there, but loses all of his manners & jumps up & acts like a big pain in the butt.
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Pauley, a pain in the butt? No way! haha Yeah, having 2 around would be ideal but the hubs has a hard time getting someone to cover his route and getting the time off. Then again, when the hubs is around, Titan likes to take “liberties” that he wouldn’t with me just there. I make the best of it and control the situation best I can. If I can just keep things in the house from breaking, we’d be good to go!
I hope the gas dude fixes that rumble noise. That can become very annoying!
Wow! Titan is huge and he even looks muscular. You know I’m afraid of huge dogs? They scare the daylights outta me for some reason.
Have fun! =)
Oh me too Carrie! Annoying and scares the crap out of us in the middle of the night. Titan thinks someone is breaking in and starts barking!
He is a big guy, needs to lose a few pounds but he is solid. A lot of people are afraid of big dogs. Not sure exactly why but I hear that a lot. I’m more afraid of the lil ankle biters myself.
Thanks for sharing!
WOW, I’m exhausted just listening to your efforts. Good luck gf
haha Come on! You don’t get tired that easily do ya? It’s all part of being a responsible pittie owner my friend. Watch out for the safety of your pup is #1.
I remember when we had Uno I wanted him with me when strange people came to the house but the hubs made me keep him in his cage he would still bark then he would just stare at the repair people until they left. I think the staring scared them more…..
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I can understand you wanting that “security”. Come to think of it, it never crossed my mind that now days ppl come to your house and might try something a lil more than what they are there to do, you know, but having Titan there makes me feel a hell of a lot safer!
Samus will bark at what she deems are strangers. They can be knocking on the door or all the way across the street. It’s too funny seeing her bark as tiny as she is.
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haha Very protective and Good Samus, I would say!
Shiner is extremely protective of her property and me! It is a hassle, but if someone she doesn’t like comes over, she can be put away safely in my bedroom. If I let her out she’ll probably bark a minute and then go and sit right on the person’s feet or lap and give them the evil eye and maybe a little growl. I don’t really like that so I’ll usually put her away after that.
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I find that protectiveness more and more with the bully breeds, especially pit mixes. Is it genetics or what? We don’t have many people over to the house, as far as friends and stuff. They are afraid. haha We have had people visit while in the house and I had Titan on collar and leash. He really wasn’t too happy with them being in his house so we try to avoid it.
Oh My yes, my babies are just like that! No one can come to the house without them acting like momma is gonna get hurt. My plan is just like yours and when they’re in the bedroom I have the TV on. Bubba and Chico love Nat Geo Wild channel. The melatonin is new to me but I’m definitely giving that a try. Loved the post Bren!
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Shew! I’m glad I’m not the only one! Melatonin usually works for calming him down, especially at night time when I want him to sleep and he wants to play play play! I use it during thunderstorms too, when he gets to shaking. I used to use the tv for Titan however, once he saw the trucks in the driveway, that’s all it took. He wasn’t happy until he could actually see what they were doing and that Momma was safe. I love my baby boy so much!