What would you think of a professional dog trainer and walker that did this?
There are three dogs in the house (one is just visiting.) A trainer comes to the house who is paid to care for and walk the other two dogs. After a walk, the trainer gives the two dogs a treat (with the third dog in the same room,) but does not ask the owner of the third dog if he should get a treat as well.
Does that seem a bit unfair to give treats to all but one dog?
Does that make you wonder how much that trainer actually cares about dogs?
If I am reading more into the situation than necessary, tell me. I am only seeing it from my point of view, and perhaps I am missing something that a person in the trainer’s position would understand.
I think it’s unfair to expect the trainer to assume it was OK to give any treat/food to the third, visiting, dog. What if the dog was on a special diet and couldn’t eat treats? If the trainer gave the dog something and it made the dog sick, the trainer would be in the wrong. The trainer was hired to something specific for two dogs; he/she can’t and shouldn’t make assumptions about a visiting dog. Sure, if the owner was around and the trainer could have asked, well OK, maybe the trainer should have asked about giving a treat… but I agree with the other posts, he/she doesn’t have to.
Dogs aren’t like humans – they don’t have notion of fairness. If they did, they wouldn’t resort to thievery if you leave your steak within their reach while you leave the room. 
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R & M Dog Bone 4 Piece Cookie Cutter Set
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These themed cutters make great designs for a themed party or dog lover. Perfect for pet bakeries and for making your own pet treats. A size cutter for any size pooch you may have!
Set of 4: mini (1½”L), 2″L (small), 3″L (medium), and 5″L (large)
Materials: Tinplate
Care: Hand wash and dry immediately. Do not soak in water. Not dishwasher safe….
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Shot in 2007, Finding Rin Tin Tin is based on the true story of an American corporal and his world renowned German Sheppard dog, Rin Tin Tin. The story begins with Corporal Lee Duncan, stationed in France during World War 1, who rescues a mother and her three German Sheppard puppies. Lee gives the mother and two puppies away, but keeps his favorite puppy, which he lovingly names Rin Tin Tin. When …
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