[JAV0108]

Just one more reply to this thread as I have to get this off my chest. I have a 7 pound chihuahua who thinks he is a Great Dane. ( Please Great Dane lovers, I love Great Danes, this is just an example) I take him on his late afternoon walks so that he may relieve himself. (too much info!) Anyway, I walk him to this wooded area in our neighborhood that is perfect for these hot afternoon summers. It is located in Springdale. It is perfect for summer walks as it is shaded and not too hot. I continuously run into dog owners that have their dogs off leash. When I tell them that there is a leash law they say "oh my dog is so friendly, there is no problem" and I tell them that my dog thinks there IS a problem, he isn't so friendly and can cause your dog to become aggressive just by his behavior. My dog gets very intimidated by other dogs even if they are friendly and tends to let the other dog know that he is tough, even though he is not. It is the nature of small dogs who think they are big. Now before someone tells me I have to train my dog not to be aggressive towards other dogs, I have had him in so much training that we all are scratching our heads. He just is a very small easily intimidated dog who does what most small dogs do when they feel threatened even though they are not being threatened. Anyway, everyone, KEEP YOUR DOGS ON LEASH AND BE IN CONTROL OF THEM AT ALL TIMES. I don't think that is too much too ask. Why do some people feel they don't have to follow the law?