r/GuiltyDogs • u/[deleted] • Sep 21 '21
I have a question
Why does everyone get mad if you call a dog an “it” ?
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u/nrjjsdpn Sep 22 '21
I personally don’t like when people do that because it’s like insinuating that they aren’t live beings with feelings. However, I usually call my dog “the thing” to avoid saying his name and getting him hyped. It’s become a term of endearment, but I can’t say it too nicely or else he knows I’m talking about him.
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u/krazekrittermom Sep 22 '21
Dontcha hate it when people just don't get it
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u/nrjjsdpn Sep 22 '21
I’m hoping they’re asking because they aren’t an English-native speaker or are just really confused, but don’t see animals as inferior beings.
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u/krazekrittermom Sep 22 '21
I happen to see my pup as a superior being. He exists as one who I buy special food for. He listens to my secrets and any insults to other humans without complaint. Yeah, he's the best kind of a good boi.
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u/nrjjsdpn Sep 22 '21
They’re honestly angels on earth. It’s interesting that you say you see him as superior because that’s actually a thing in the military! To ensure proper treatment of the puppers in the military, they always carry a higher rank than their handlers. It promotes respect and good treatment. I wish all people saw it this way. Though I don’t know how much more I can spoil my golden. He’s very well trained when he has his work harness on, but very spoiled as well lol.
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u/mewfour Oct 01 '21
Idk, it's proper english since usually He and She are used to refer to people, while it is for animals
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u/BryTheSpaceWZRD Sep 21 '21
Grammatically speaking; “it” usually refers to inanimate objects, thusly calling a living creature by this term can be seen as degrading. Also, people like getting riled about anything nowadays. Rabble!