Stop asking his permission to do things. Stop asking him if it's okay to leave the dogs inside or if he can help you with them. Instead, say something like, "I'm heading out. Dogs in or out?" or "I'm heading out. Put the dogs out when you leave." "We will have to make arrangements for dogs in March. How can you help?"
THIS ^^^^^^^ YES, I get it!!! I need to make statements before a question! Got it - this is good!
