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Originally Posted by Bonanza
Since we have no sidewalkis in the Villages,
there is no other choice but to let a dog walk on someone's grass.
Walking in the street is not an option, it is unsafe and
particularly when the sun is out, the street is boiling hot.
We wear shoes; dog don't.
If the owner picks up what their dog does, i.e., poop -- then what is the problem?
Alas! Unfortunately, we don't live in a perfect world and
there is no single answer that will please everyone. |
The problem is...the smell, it attracts other dogs regardless of whether you pick it up or not...the pee, I have several brown spots already where I've seen dogs going, and basically the idea that someone believes it is my responsibility to adjust to the fact that someone is going to use my property as a toilet whether I like it or not. I agree that the streets are certainly too hot for your dogs, especially during the summer. I see poor pooches panting and sweltering in the heat all summer long, on the streets and up at the squares. Why someone would subject their pet that they love to that is beyond me. I suggest driving your dog to an appropriate spot to play, AFTER it potties on YOUR lawn. I've seen an adorable little dog up at the mail station that wears socks...really because it's allergic to the grass, but this might solve the hot feet problem. Believe me, I know I will never get anywhere with this, and have been labeled a dog hater (that couldn't be farther from the truth) but it is the pet owner's responsibility to take care of and make provisions for their pet. Not the surrounding neighbors.