Advice from Judith Martin, Nicholas Ivor Martin and Jacobina Martin.
: I loathe dogs, but I live in a dog-lover’s paradise. How can I let neighbors and strangers know that I don’t want to pet their dog or let it sniff me?
I survived an abusive childhood where my parents sicced dogs on me, but I should not have to explain this. I work all day and often come home to make dinner. Having to finish my meal with dishes clanging in the kitchen, the dishwasher opening and shutting and the refrigerator opening repeatedly is not relaxing.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Miss Manners: Pet-owner questions Miss Manners, wants to know if thanking a pet is necessaryIn today's Miss Manners column, advice columnist Judith Martin responds to a pet-owner needing advice and uncertain if Miss Manners is a real person!
Read more »
Miss Manners: I hate it when people ask me about my workAdvice from Judith Martin, Nicholas Ivor Martin and Jacobina Martin.
Read more »
Miss Manners: My friend keeps inviting me to restaurants I can’t affordAdvice from Judith Martin, Nicholas Ivor Martin and Jacobina Martin.
Read more »
Miss Manners: How do I respond to crowdfunding campaigns for funeral expenses?Advice from Judith Martin, Nicholas Ivor Martin and Jacobina Martin.
Read more »
Miss Manners: Do we invite co-workers to our wedding?Advice from Judith Martin, Nicholas Ivor Martin and Jacobina Martin.
Read more »
Miss Manners: My wife and I ride a tandem bicycle and we’re tired of the same old jokesAdvice from Judith Martin, Nicholas Ivor Martin and Jacobina Martin.
Read more »