yup. it sucks. it makes it easier to deal with once you realize there are lots of people that are just idiots. they choose not to take the time to educate themselves, so be it. nothing i can do about it, so i try not o bother with them.
So your dog whines and you banish him to another room to be alone? That sounds pretty counter-productive. Ever tried umbilical? Put the leash on him and tie the other end around your waste, so you're always attached to him. Maybe he won't feel so lonely that way and won't whine as much.
Just a...