It is a strange evolution of the attitude of certain dog owners. In the 50's, 60's, 70's and 80's we owned dogs and would never even think of bringing them shopping or to restaurants. Neither would anyone else. The only dogs ever seen in these places were seeing eye dogs.
In the 90's you might see someone carrying a small dog through a shopping area, but never into a restaurant. In the early 2000's you might see a very few people doing it, but would always be signs stating dogs allowed and have specific places for dogs to relieve themselves.
Now it seems that many people who own dogs(not all)feel slighted if their dog isn't allowed. Bringing a dog into a crowed area has never been thought of as a good idea by dog trainers...stress to the animal is incredible. As to restaurants...well it's up to the owner of the establishment. I'd think the board of health would be opposed, but when you look at some people and their lack of personal grooming it's a toss up who/what should be allowed into restaurants.
Personally I'd never bring a dog into the squares or a restaurant. If I do see a dog in a restaurant and it isn't the seeing eye kind...I leave and don't come back. It isn't my right to tell a restaurant owner what to do.
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