New poll for pets on town squares.

[Taltarzac]

On the suggestion of tankdrv1950 I am posting a new poll which tries to determine whether or not the people who answer are also pet owners or not.

[JohnN]

I don't bring my dog, she doesn't like crowds, but I've no problem with other's pets as long as they're kept under control - and seems the vast majority are.

[Campbell soup]

Dogs are great......but not in a crowds.

[Niels]

Well, it depends what you mean by pets. Dogs may be OK but I'm definitely voting no on Talk Hosts boa constrictor, even if he puts it on a leash! :eek:

[tankdvr1950]

Taltarzak....thanks for the change.....i think this format gives us all a better picture of the issue.....thanks again

[billethkid]

That as usual most do not participate.

BTK

[Barefoot]

If the Developer is actually considering banning dogs from the town square, instead of doing that, perhaps he should insist that all dogs in the town square wear muzzles. Seems overkill to animal lovers like me, but perhaps that is what is needed, instead of banning dogs completely.

[Bogie Shooter]

If the Developer is actually considering banning dogs from the town square, instead of doing that, perhaps he should insist that all dogs in the town square wear muzzles. Seems overkill to animal lovers like me, but perhaps that is what is needed, instead of banning dogs completely.
Where did this come from that the developer is considering banning dogs from the square? Is this how rumors start?

[aln]

Just like smokers, allow pets outside the seating area.

[Barefoot]

Where did this come from that the developer is considering banning dogs from the square? Is this how rumors start?

This is a Fumar rumor. When he gets bored he likes to stir up a little indignation. :boxing2:

[SUNNYMARYANN]

I have never taken a pet to public place after having seen poor little dogs breathing in the dust kicked up by peoples feet and knowing how hot pavement can become. It reminds me of something a priest once told me about bringing my little children to church. He said sit up front where they can watch what is going on. Dont sit in back where all they can see are other peoples behinds. What does a pet on a leash see in a crowd?

[days2go]

I think that dogs should be allowed to run free and grandchildren should be leashed...

[The Great Fumar]

This is a Fumar rumor. When he gets bored he likes to stir up a little indignation. :boxing2:

Not a rumor kids,, Was confirmed by three Village employees and two Market Night Vendors,,,,,,,,,

[The Great Fumar]

Wonderful pole..........

55 yes
66 no

not exactly an overwhelming majority...........:shrug:

[Muncle]

What about the poll option that you don't really give a DA** one way or the other but you also don't want restrictions imposed because someone is doing and enjoying something that someone else doesn't enjoy (and then complains)?



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[downeaster]

What about the poll option that you don't really give a DA** one way or the other but you also don't want restrictions imposed because someone is doing and enjoying something that someone else doesn't enjoy (and then complains)?`

My sentiments also, Muncle.
I am a former dog and cat owner and will probably remain former. All I ask of pet owners is to keep them off my grass, quiet, and under control.
I am approaching eight years here and enjoy visiting the squares. I have never been troubled by pets there. ( Can't say the same for humans). Most of the smaller ones are carried and the bigger ones have been kept under control.
There are other issues of more importance that need to be controlled as evidenced by prior posts on TOTV.

[katezbox]

What about the poll option that you don't really give a DA** one way or the other but you also don't want restrictions imposed because someone is doing and enjoying something that someone else doesn't enjoy (and then complains)?



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...but on this I am with you 100% In the interest of full disclosure, I have a small dog that we like to bring with us to the squares.

A few years back we lived in a town on the Conn shore with a beautiful town recreation facility on LI Sound. There are tennis courts, baseball, soccer and football fields, bocce, beach volleyball, a boat launch, etc etc. There is also a large number of picnic tables with cast iron barbecue grills. Many of us would make a Friday night of it. Of course, like all such places, teenagers thouhgt it might be a good place to have a few beers or such.

So, someone decided we need a new law prohibiting alcohol to stop the teenage drinking. What stupidity! All it did was stop adults from drinking - there is already a law in Conn (as elsewhere) that prohibits alcohol consumption under age 21.

If someone's dog is an issue - address the issue. Don't punish those of us who have well behaved pets. I can't tell you of the number of grandbabies there who want to pet my little guy. They smile that baby smile and dissolve into peals of laughter.

Don't use a sledgehammer to drive a half-inch nail.