[JSR22]

Originally Posted by ThirdOfFive

There may very well be house insurance restrictions though. Rottweilers, Akitas and Pit Bulls, depending on the company, may mean much higher rates or the company may refuse to insure.

I have not heard of any homeowner insurance that is breed selective in FL.

[yankygrl]

Originally Posted by JSR22

Legitimate service dogs are allowed in supermarkets and inside of restaurants. A number of restaurants allow dogs on their outside patio. I know of 2 that have doggy menus.

And for approximately $39.95 you can go online and get a service dog vest, no questions asked, put it on your dog and take it anywhere Service animals are allowed. SO SAD people think they are privileged and need to break the rules.!

[JSR22]

Originally Posted by yankygrl

And for approximately $39.95 you can go online and get a service dog vest, no questions asked, put it on your dog and take it anywhere Service animals are allowed. SO SAD people think they are privileged and need to break the rules.!

I am totally against people lying that their pet is a service dog. They are wasting on the vest. Service dogs are not rquired to wear vests or have papers.

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by The Chipster

What a great example of a whiny first world problem.

Thank your lucky stars you don't have third world problems.

[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by JSR22

Absolutely you can own a Rottweiler in TV. There are not any breed restrictions.

I am sure that is true. But, if I were the dog breed decider-in-chief - I would not allow Bulldogs to be bred and sold in the US. They are the # 1 breed for attacking and killing humans.

[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by JSR22

I am totally against people lying that their pet is a service dog. They are wasting on the vest. Service dogs are not rquired to wear vests or have papers.

The vest fills a psychological need in the dog owner. It gives the illusion of legitimacy to the dog owner. Having a dog around gives people the comforting feeling that they are NOT alone. People and dogs are BOTH pack (or group) animals.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by jimjamuser

The vest fills a psychological need in the dog owner. It gives the illusion of legitimacy to the dog owner. Having a dog around gives people the comforting feeling that they are NOT alone. People and dogs are BOTH pack (or group) animals.

So it is ok for dogs to be all over in places they should not be?

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by jimjamuser

The vest fills a psychological need in the dog owner. It gives the illusion of legitimacy to the dog owner. Having a dog around gives people the comforting feeling that they are NOT alone. People and dogs are BOTH pack (or group) animals.

There are many people who do not like dogs, trust dogs, are allergic to dogs, fear dogs. Dogs DO NOT comfort those individuals and those who fake "service dog" are guilty of abuse. If you (generic "you")are one of those people who have faked your dog being a trained and legitimate service dog, you are a cheat, liar, fraud, without scruples, morals or ethics.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Stu from NYC

So it is ok for dogs to be all over in places they should not be?

LOL. Dogs should not be where they should not be.

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by Stu from NYC

So it is ok for dogs to be all over in places they should not be?

Absolutely not! Only legitimate SERVICE dogs and law enforcement dogs get that privilege. Others masquerading as service dogs are owned by jerks who should not be able to own a dog.

[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by Stu from NYC

So it is ok for dogs to be all over in places they should not be?

I did NOT address that particular question in my post. My post just talked about the yellow vests and the psychology behind their purchase and use. Personally, I think that only a handicapped person should bring a dog indoors to any business. In another post, I spoke about the callousness of dog owners whose dogs had bitten innocent people. I also said that I did NOT think that pit bulls should be allowed into the US. I feel just the opposite of 'so it's for dogs to be all over in places they should not be". I can't understand as to how my posts could be so misconstrued. I tried to be definitive about my posts.

[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

There are many people who do not like dogs, trust dogs, are allergic to dogs, fear dogs. Dogs DO NOT comfort those individuals and those who fake "service dog" are guilty of abuse. If you (generic "you")are one of those people who have faked your dog being a trained and legitimate service dog, you are a cheat, liar, fraud, without scruples, morals or ethics.

I agree.

[golfing eagles]

Originally Posted by airstreamingypsy

Yeah, that seat should be reserved for babies with leaky diapers.

Yes, because we all know that you HAVE to bring your dog to the store, but it's perfectly acceptable to leave your baby at home alone.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Originally Posted by jimjamuser

I am sure that is true. But, if I were the dog breed decider-in-chief - I would not allow Bulldogs to be bred and sold in the US. They are the # 1 breed for attacking and killing humans.

The breed of dog known as Bulldog is not the #1 breed for attacking and killing humans. In fact, they tend to have a pretty docile temperament.

You may be confusing the Bulldog with what is commonly known as a Pit Bull. These are different dogs. What people refer to as "Pit Bull" is often any of several different breed mixes. The most common is the American Pit Bull Terrier, which descent from Old English Terriers bred with Old English Bulldogs. Both of those ancestors are now extinct. American Pit Bull Terriers were been traditionally bred for blood sports (dog fighting mostly). But they were trained to be aggressive, often tortured and starved so that when they entered the fight they would be incredibly vicious. Combined with the strength of their bite as a result of their jaw structure, they could easily latch onto a limb and simply not let go, until the limb is completely severed. That's how they got their reputation.

While they absolutely can be incredibly dangerous, and can kill people - most of them don't. Most of them, now, are raised as pets rather than fighting dogs. But they are work animals and require a "job" or they can get bored - and frustrated - and lash out as a result.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

Absolutely not! Only legitimate SERVICE dogs and law enforcement dogs get that privilege. Others masquerading as service dogs are owned by jerks who should not be able to own a dog.

Unfortunately way too easy to bring all kinds of dogs masquerading as service dogs in stores and restaurants