The times I have encountered similar, after the shock wears off (
if it wears off), I start to wonder where these attitudes originate. Is it natural to these individuals? Do they pick it up in their education and training? Is it a part of their specific workplace's culture?
((((((( Fuzzybear! )))))))
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My dog

mastered the "fetch" command. He would communicate he wanted something, and I would fetch it.