[snowbird22154]

Originally Posted by Skybo

Dogs are allowed in the squares, period. And they always have been. During any event, including vendor nights, there may be food sold on the square.

I don't see how dogs walking around the square during the "farmers market" should be considered a health issue. They're walking on the ground...they're not sneezing, coughing, picking their teeth and/or their noses, and then handling the produce like the humans are. (Have you ever people-watched at the farmers market?).

I agree with others about the heat concerns when it comes to taking pets anywhere...but I have a problem with people complaining about pets showing up where pets have always been allowed!

One of the reasons I moved to The Villages was because of its pet-friendly reputation. I'm very discriminate about where I take my dogs (for their sake). I look out for their well-being, as I'm sure most pet owners in The Villages do.