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justjim 02-19-2018 10:38 AM
The Villages is what is called a pet friendly community. You are allowed two dogs - - no weigh limit. I know there are some HOA’S and communities that are not pet friendly and pets are not allowed. Would not deed restrictions preclude county code leash requirements? In other words, we have certain age requirements, sign requirement, yard ornaments, etc. My point is that our deed restrictions (as I remember them) require residents to be responsible to keep dogs on a leash. Just a thought - - not a lawyer.....

tophcfa 02-19-2018 12:01 PM
I am a lifelong dog owner and dog lover. I strongly disagree with any dog owner that uses an invisable fence, choke collar or prong collar. Negative reinforcement by shocking, choking, or gouging a dog is just plain animal cruelty. Instead of being a lazy and cruel owner, take the necessary time to properly train your dog using positive reinforcement. And yes, it is same same lazy people that let their dogs off leash where not allowed, let their dogs to do their business on other residents lawns, and never pick up after their dogs. Unfortunately, the relatively small percentage of bad dog owners tend to cause all dog owners to be negatively painted with the same broad brush.

tmbromley 02-19-2018 07:46 PM
Why are so many afraid of “confrontation”
 
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Originally Posted by kaseydog (Post 1515589)
new neighbors moved in on my block. they let their dog out without a leash. dog runs on their front lawn & neighbors lawn. lots of yelling to get dog under control. dogs in the villages are supposed to be leashed when outside. i'm not sure how to handle this.
When was it that neighbors became afraid to talk to neighbors. I’m sorry but I would have no problem at all introducing myself to a new neighbor and speaking to him or her about controlling their dog so that it doesn’t use my yard as a bathroom. If that doesn’t work I’d go to the next level of police or TV restrictions. But just speak to the individual; you might be surprised how well that may work.

banjobob 02-20-2018 07:23 AM
call the animal control people or just go tell them you have a gun and if your dog is in my yard

PennBF 02-20-2018 08:11 AM
Board
 
If you ever served on a Board of a Condo in Florida you would quickly learn that the 3 most residents problems to deal with are "Pets, Pool and Poop"! PETS: not on a lease, Threatening (e.g. Pit Bull, etc), Barking, POOL: Water too cold, water too hot, too many in pool, kids relieving themselves in pool..If that happen Florida laws require the emptying of the pool and cleaning and refilling, POOP: Pets pooping on parking lot, beach, lawn. I promise you these will be continually brought before the board and you will never win! OH Yea, where pets not allowed.."I didn't know, its my relatives dog and they are just visiting, just here for a day or so and he's a friendly "Pit Bull", Isn't he/she cutes, can I keep him at the Condo?".You can fill in the many blanks.:pepper2:

CFrance 02-20-2018 08:48 AM
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Originally Posted by banjobob (Post 1516981)
call the animal control people or just go tell them you have a gun and if your dog is in my yard
It's not the dog's fault. Shoot the neighbor.:evil6:

Marathon Man 02-20-2018 10:23 AM
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Originally Posted by banjobob (Post 1516981)
call the animal control people or just go tell them you have a gun and if your dog is in my yard
Yes. That is called setting an example of being a good neighbor. Oh, wait ...

Marathon Man 02-20-2018 10:23 AM
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Originally Posted by tmbromley (Post 1516882)
When was it that neighbors became afraid to talk to neighbors. I’m sorry but I would have no problem at all introducing myself to a new neighbor and speaking to him or her about controlling their dog so that it doesn’t use my yard as a bathroom. If that doesn’t work I’d go to the next level of police or TV restrictions. But just speak to the individual; you might be surprised how well that may work.
:agree:

graciegirl 02-20-2018 10:35 AM
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Originally Posted by tmbromley (Post 1516882)
When was it that neighbors became afraid to talk to neighbors. I’m sorry but I would have no problem at all introducing myself to a new neighbor and speaking to him or her about controlling their dog so that it doesn’t use my yard as a bathroom. If that doesn’t work I’d go to the next level of police or TV restrictions. But just speak to the individual; you might be surprised how well that may work.
I would be surprised. They may not ACT offended but they will be, and you are still living there near them, seeing them at group functions.

When you in essence tell someone close by how to run their railroad, you can bet they aren't going to thank you for it. It isn't being afraid. It is being realistic. First of all it is highly unlikely that they aren't aware of leash laws and it is highly likely they are going to be ****ed off. This is a regionality issue. Where I grew up, you didn't confront anyone, no matter how diplomatic you were.

Cisco Kid 02-20-2018 11:30 AM
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Originally Posted by banjobob (Post 1516981)
call the animal control people or just go tell them you have a gun and if your dog is in my yard
This is a reason to carry.

ColdNoMore 02-20-2018 12:09 PM
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Originally Posted by tmbromley (Post 1516882)
When was it that neighbors became afraid to talk to neighbors. I’m sorry but I would have no problem at all introducing myself to a new neighbor and speaking to him or her about controlling their dog so that it doesn’t use my yard as a bathroom. If that doesn’t work I’d go to the next level of police or TV restrictions. But just speak to the individual; you might be surprised how well that may work.
Yep...exactly.

I would much rather have a neighbor tell me about something I'm doing that's bothering them...than for them to be passive-aggressive about it.

If I disagree, then I also feel comfortable telling them so...and calmly explaining why I disagree.

Pretty simple actually. :shrug:

Barefoot 02-20-2018 03:35 PM
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Originally Posted by tophcfa (Post 1516741)
I am a lifelong dog owner and dog lover.
Unfortunately, the relatively small percentage of bad dog owners tend to cause all dog owners to be negatively painted with the same broad brush.
Most dog owners are responsible and respectful. It's a few bad apples that ruin it for the rest.

OhioBuckeye 02-21-2018 09:11 AM
Ohiobuckeye
 
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Originally Posted by Polar Bear (Post 1516704)
We are in absolute agreement. :)

A dog running loose on other folks property, or even barking incessantly no matter where they are, is terrible and gives all dog owners bad reps. I only quoted the code because a few folks believe a dog must be on a leash whenever outside, even on the owners' property.

And while I think the code is reasonable, I do think it could have been worded better. The phrase "...under direct control or on a leash when off the owner's property..." could be interpreted that it is legal to have a dog off a leash when not on the owners's property if under direct control. I do not believe that is the intent or that it should be. In my opinion, when a dog is off the owners' property, it should be leashed, unless of course it's in a dog park.

Like Mleeja, our dog is either in our yard or on a leash. While in our yard, our dog is directly supervised 100% of the time and is not on a leash. When off our property, our dog is on a leash.
Well I can't argue with the pet owners because like I said I haven't had a dog for probably 20 yrs. now. Sure would like to have one but I want to be fair to my pet & spend a lot of time with them. When I see people out walking their dogs I always think, "Well their dog is taking the master out for a walk", I don't say that to be mean. I actually think how nice it is that these people love their dogs so much that they are willing to spend a lot of time with them. I do see one gentleman walking his standard Poodle with no leash on & this dog is so disciplined that when the owner & dog walk by ANYBODY the owner will stop & that dog will come back & sit right next to his owner until whoever gets by them & without saying a word the owner will give give a hand signal & then the dog will start walking again. Thanks for your comment!

autumnspring 02-21-2018 09:59 AM
From your post
 
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Originally Posted by kaseydog (Post 1515589)
new neighbors moved in on my block. they let their dog out without a leash. dog runs on their front lawn & neighbors lawn. lots of yelling to get dog under control. dogs in the villages are supposed to be leashed when outside. i'm not sure how to handle this.
Sadly, this is a tough issue. Been there and done that.

HOPEFULLY, they are reasonable people and you can speak with them. SADLY, by now you will know what you have.
You will have them INTRUDING on you in other ways as well.

You might call THE VILLAGES. They have people SKILLED at handling such issues or can give you advice as to YOUR options


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