We're dog people, have been all our lives. I'm naturally more tolerant of other people's pets because I've always had my own. People who aren't dog people, whose pets aren't major portions of their lives have no tolerance for those who are. It's just like kids, I used to think all kids were obnoxious to be around and then had a couple of my own. Sure, they can still be obnoxious but it just doesn't bother me so much anymore. I think the VAST majority of pet owners want to do right by their neighbors and their pets. If my dog despite my best efforts goes in someone's yard or common area I will pick it up, period. I always walk them in my own yard first trying to make them go there so I don't have to worry so much about them picking a spot along the way, but it still happens. Some people don't care for bike riders on public roads, others don't like something someone is doing on the cart paths, I don't think dog owners ruin The Villages any more than any other group that's just trying to enjoy their lives the best way they know how.
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