Originally posted by carole
Well dont know if americans know this term or not, but being in the dog box, is when u are in trouble, often used when referring to a husband being in trouble with the wife.
In Newfoundland Canada we say "in the dog house". We use this in the same way you do. Mostly when the husband is in trouble with his wife. My husband was in the dog house last night! LOL!! Just kidding.