What a bunch of jerks!! Sorry Audrey, I know they are family but you are their niece and they need to show you a little respect. Zeke is part of the family. Their personal feelings and opinions on dogs or pets in general, WRONG as they are should have been put to the side out of respect for you. What is the big deal anyway? I wonder what their argument against having dogs in the house is? Strange....

I too would have eaten outside with the dog and made a big fuss about it, like asking them to pass you the salt! LOL!!