Dogs are loyal, loving creatures. It’s so easy to fall in love with them. In fact, that’s why children all over the world always ask their parents for dogs for their birthday or Christmas.
But there’s one obstacle: the dads.
But some dads are just not onboard with the idea. They say dogs stink, dogs are not cute, and dogs are messy. But they love their children so they finally, reluctantly say yes.
And do you know what happens most of the time?
The dogs don’t stay with the children. Sometimes, they’re nowhere even near the children because they’re always beside dad. Yes, the same person who said no multiple times has managed to fall in love with the dogs. Told you.
Here are 75 dads who didn’t want dogs but ended up falling for their charm.
His dad said he didn’t want a dog. Now, they’re always cuddling, exercising together, eating together, and hugging each other. So much for not wanting dogs.
He always he hates dogs, according to the daughter. But then, she catches him like this, working with her dogs settled peacefully on his lap.
His dad put his foot down and said he didn’t want to get a dog. But when they finally did, his dad would do this, rub his back until he falls asleep.
His dad would never admit he loved their old dog. But when he went through his dad’s mobile, this is the photo he saw.
His dad took a selfie with his favorite child, er, dog. That’s what the poster feels anyway, that his dad loves the dog more than him, even though his dad didn’t want a dog in the first place.
She says everytime Abby the dog lies down like this for a belly rub, her dad would say, “I didn’t even want this dog.” Sure, Dad, whatever you say.
Her dad didn’t want a dog. But when she catches him in the bedroom, he’s doing this to their dog, who loves it.
He used to say he didn’t like or want dogs in the house. Well, this is a dog and this is his house. And he’s even down on his knees to hug the dog.
9. Who fell in love first?
His dad wasn’t thrilled when his family came home with a dog. But now, look at that. He fell in love with the dog. And the dog fell in love with him.
His dad didn’t want a dog and now, look at them. They’re both wearing Hawaiian shirts. Plus the dog is also wearing swimming trunks.
He didn’t want her to get a dog. He didn’t want dogs. And now, he says, the dog is his best friend.
He had to put his foot down. “She’s not allowed on the couch!” Well, she still isn’t technically on the couch.
This is a brand new invention! It’s a sweater that’ll keep you warm. Sometimes, it’ll bark and lick your face and make you all warm and fuzzy.
14. I don’t like the dog!
If you didn’t like the dog, Dad, what are you doing on the floor? Could it be you’ve *gasp* fallen in love with him?
Her dad told her he didn’t want a dog in his house. No way. And then her mom sends her this photo of her dad and his dog watching TV.
Her dad didn’t want dogs because they were messy. Dogs will destroy their house. One year later, her dad and her dog are best friends.
17. Three years of “no dogs!”
For three years, he said he would never have another dog ever again. Three years later, he rescued this pup named Grace. And his life was never the same again.
For years, he said he didn’t want dogs. In comes this boxer and dad falls in love with him instantly.
Dad said, “I don’t want a dog.” Then they got a dog and this is what happens.
“I don’t want a big dog! That dog is not coming in our house! That dog better not get in our bed!” It’s easy to say those “rules” have gone out the window now.
21. What did you say before?
He said he didn’t want a dog ever again. That’s what he said. Now, they have a dog again. And they go everywhere together.
22. This dog changed his mind
Just like other dads, this dad didn’t want a dog. And now, he’s so in love with his puppy.
He didn’t want a dog. But then one day, his family discovered him sleeping like this. With the dog.
He was opposed to having a dog in the house. He didn’t want one. But then they got one anyway and now, he’s changed his mind.
At first, he didn’t want a dog. No way, he said. Now, they have two dogs.
26. They were ready for fireworks
Their dad was pretty firm. No dogs. When they took the dog home, they were expecting a war. But dad eventually changed his mind.
No dogs in the house, especially big dogs. That was the rule. This shepherd became his BFF and changed his mind.
He’s not a dog person. He insisted. Now, he’s got two dogs.
He didn’t want a damn dog. The dog knew who he needed to butter up. Now they’re best friends.
30. No small dogs this time
Dad didn’t want any dog, especially small dogs. Well, he just finished giving a bath to this little dude.
He always said he wasn’t a dog person. What about Ella? “Ella doesn’t count as a dog.”
32. Holding while sleeping
Her dad didn’t want dogs. But when Harley came along, he fell in love with him. He even stood for half an hour, with Harley in his arms while Harley slept.
33. He claims he doesn’t like dogs
So he’s been known to sometimes say he doesn’t like dogs. With your two dogs on your laps, we find that a little hard to believe. Are you sure?
Her dad didn’t want dogs. But then she caught him doing this. He even picked up her dog to hug him.
35. He sends him photos at work
His dad doesn’t like dogs. But when he’s at work, guess what photos his dad sends him? That’s right. Photos with his dog.
His dad didn’t want a dog. At all. Then they met Jude. His dad changed his mind.
Her husband didn’t want a dog to live inside their home. Okay, point taken. How about seven dogs? Can they live inside the house? Yes.
He’s always said he’s not a dog person. We understand. But now, he’s got three dogs.
This dad was a hardball. He insisted he didn’t want a dog. Then he met this little guy and developed a soft spot for him.
40. Meanwhile, on the floor…
He might have said, “I don’t like dogs,” one time or another. That’s all changed now. Look how he’s treating Tenley
Her dad didn’t like dogs. Her dad didn’t want dogs. And yet this happened with Prim.
42. “Dogs are for outside!”
Her dad said that if animals were allowed inside the house, then sheep could live inside. Dogs can only stay outside the house. So their bed is probably outside the house?
He didn’t want dogs. But when this dalmatian came into his life, well, guess who’s the new baby in the family?
44. Guess who succumbed to the dog’s charms?
Just like the other dads, he didn’t want a dog. And the dog knew who he had to win over. And guess what? He did! Dad is now wrapped around this doggy’s paws.
45. Guess who changed his mind?
Daddy didn’t want a dog. You think this doggy made him change his mind?
He said no dogs. And then they found this photo in his room. Very cool.
47. “Don’t want anything to do with the dog”
That’s what Dad said, at first. And then this photo happened. Looks like the dog won him over.
48. He doesn’t want ankle biters in his house
He told her, “If you get it, it’s your dog. I don’t want a damn ankle biter.” Is it really still her dog?
He said he wasn’t a dog person. And yet, they saw him on the couch, working, with one arm around the dog. What’s going on here, Dad?
15 years ago, he said no to dogs. 15 years later, they’re still best friends and inseparable.
They had just put down their dog of 14 years. Obviously, he’s still hurting. But this new puppy seemed to be who he needed to start the healing process.
He said he didn’t want dogs. Yes, this is the behavior of someone who didn’t want dogs.
53. “I don’t need a dog!”
That’s what he said before. And now look at them, napping together. They’re such best buddies!
He used to swear he wanted nothing to do with the dog. What happened, dad?
He said he didn’t want dogs. But now, he’s got two. Or maybe he said, “No, two dogs.” What do you think?
He may have said he didn’t want dogs in the past but come on. Who can resist the love of a labrador? This dad can’t!
He used to tell everyone he didn’t like puppies and dogs. But behind closed doors, this is what he actually does.
He may have told his family and friends that he’s not a dog person. But this photo proves otherwise.
59. He didn’t want these things
He’s always said he didn’t want a dog or an iPad. Guess who changed his mind with both?
Her dad doesn’t like her dogs because they smell. And then her mom catches him like this. With the dog. On the bed.
61. Downstairs, they be like…
He said he doesn’t like dogs. But when the family goes downstairs, they catch these two like this. And look, the dog’s just too happy to be with him!
When they first got the dogs eight years ago, he was mad. Now, he demanded to have his photo taken with the dogs. He was going to email it to his buddies.
No dogs! That’s what her dad kept saying. And then she finds him and the dog napping like this.
This is her dad, who always said no to dogs. And now, she finds her dad on his chair with the dog cuddling up to him.
Her dad didn’t want any dog. And now, not only do they have a dog, he lies down on the floor to lull him to sleep.
66. Nothing to do with him
He said he wants nothing to do with the dog. It’s their dog, not his. And yet, the dog cuddles up to him on his lap while they watch TV.
Look at them sleeping peacefully together. Those must be really sweet dreams! Hard to believe he didn’t want dogs before.
“Do not even think of bringing that mutt in the house.” That’s what he said. Obviously, his views have changed.
That’s what dad said. He was never to come inside. Well, he’s an indoor dog now unless dad is always outdoor, too.
He said, “He’s a dog. He belongs on the floor.” An hour later, this is what happened.
He didn’t want dogs before. Now, they spend every morning having tea. At the dinner table.
They called him Puppy when he first arrived. Do you know why? Because their dad was the only one who can name him.
He said no dogs five years ago. Five years later, he finally completed the dog compound he made for Kimba.
He didn’t want a dog because they already had two cats. Well, guess who became his best friend?
He didn’t want any lap dog. Well, tough, dad. You don’t choose lap dogs. Lap dogs choose you.
