Disrespect

I have a problem with the way some guys talk about their wives. Wives deserve a certain amount of respect, namely a lot of it.
Calling your wife, "the old lady" or "the wife," is not respectful. It is "your wife." Your friggin wife!
Why is it suddenly okay for a guy to talk about his wife like this when he's with his buddies?

I just don't think it's cool. And that wives deserve more respect than that.