dog issues?

[SarFred]

I was walking my terrier, Gus, today on Bailey Trail. He stopped to sniff at a telephone pole, and the guy who owns the house abutting the street opened his lanai door and yelled at me, "Would you move the dog along?" And then slammed his door shut before I could respond. The dog was just sniffing, maybe was going to mark the pole, but he wasn't doing anything else if you know what I mean. And I had bags to pick anything up, which were in my hand. So I guess my question is what am I supposed to do, does the guy's property go all the way to the sidewalk? Are we supposed to curb the dogs?

That fellow's going to have a heart attack if he's that uptight about a dog on the edge of the sidewalk and the lawn. Gus wasn't even fully on the lawn... and I suspect he was so interested in that place because many many other dogs have been too. Maybe he'll be like the troll under the bridge when people with dogs go by! :)

Then I was walking home after going to the mailbox, where I deposited one of Gus's well wrapped and knotted used bags. I ran into two neighbors and told them about the man in the lanai, and one of them said "did he see your bags? and where are they?" I told her I put the one in the trashcan at the pool. She said I can't do that. Is this a rule?

I think I'll stay inside now for the rest of the day, even though it's beautiful out. Not a great walk.

[F16 1UB]

Sorry about the property owner. In my experience I try to make sure my dog does his business in a common area but I dispose of all bags at my home. I have a 3 gallon container with a foot pedal lid opener that I have neatly hidden on the side of the house behind a shrub out of sight. I haven't searched the rules about disposal of waste bags and feel no need to as long as I dispose of them at my home. You'll see many vigorous discussions about pets in this forum. Maybe the property owner is worried about the 1 green spot that your dog can make in his yard. It's best to avoid him. This is just a prime example why we need a dog park in the south end of TV near 466A.

[elevatorman]

F16 where do you empty the 3 gallon container? I wish someone would invent a flushable bag, some sort of biodegradable paper.

[Halle]

F16 where do you empty the 3 gallon container? I wish someone would invent a flushable bag, some sort of biodegradable paper.

We use a small bucket and scoop we bought at the Dollar store and flush the waste down the toilet. Works great for us. Years of pooper scooping experience and I prefer this method for TV. I love the idea of a biodegradable bag!

We do curb our girls, we want to be considerate neighbors.

[zcaveman]

Then I was walking home after going to the mailbox, where I deposited one of Gus's well wrapped and knotted used bags.I told her I put the one in the trashcan at the pool. She said I can't do that. Is this a rule?


I the answer is YES. You take your dog's stuff home and put in it your own garbage can. Why do you think anyone wants to smell your dog's poop? I do not care how well it is sealed. It will smell when the weather gets warm. For seven years I carted Bart's poop home. And he was a shepherd. You can do it also.

[Bogie Shooter]

F16 where do you empty the 3 gallon container? I wish someone would invent a flushable bag, some sort of biodegradable paper.
This might work.


http://uniquedistributors.com/doggiedooley1.html

[SarFred]

I get the dog poop, not a problem. I too have a metal container in my yard and do deposit 98 percent of his poop there. Seems like everyone is focusing on the depositing of the dog poop. Fine.

However, when I am walking my dog on a main street and he is sniffing the lawn on the main street, Bailey Trail, I think it's not too cool to be yelling at me to move my dog along. But I realize there are people who like dogs, and people who do not like dogs. And I am a responsible dog owner. I never leave anything behind, and make sure he's on a leash.

When we first moved here when we'd leave he'd bark. A neighbor told me he was barking. We took him with us when we'd leave for 2 months until he was acclimated to the new house and wouldn't bark when we left. So I'm feeling a little defensive with some of your responses.

[pooh]

I get the dog poop, not a problem. I too have a metal container in my yard and do deposit 98 percent of his poop there. Seems like everyone is focusing on the depositing of the dog poop. Fine.

However, when I am walking my dog on a main street and he is sniffing the lawn on the main street, Bailey Trail, I think it's not too cool to be yelling at me to move my dog along. But I realize there are people who like dogs, and people who do not like dogs. And I am a responsible dog owner. I never leave anything behind, and make sure he's on a leash.

When we first moved here when we'd leave he'd bark. A neighbor told me he was barking. We took him with us when we'd leave for 2 months until he was acclimated to the new house and wouldn't bark when we left. So I'm feeling a little defensive with some of your responses.

Doggies are so much fun to have, but being responsible for their well being and care is a job.

Leaving their well bagged fecal matter in any waste container around here isn't a good idea because of the heat, as others have stated.

We moved here with our older dog who passed a few years ago and she used only our yard to do her business. She was very feeble so taking her for a walk was out of the question. I do understand why that man who yelled might have been upset....even though the land might not be his, he is responsible for the care of the lawn. I have a couple of neighbors who walk their pooches through the neighborhood and every once in a while, one of the doggies does wet on our grass. Problem is, once one marks, then another dog will do the same and pretty soon, you've got an area of dead grass.

I'm sorry you were yelled at. Some people are just grouchy. Maybe this person has been having problems with other dogs and you just happened to arrive at the wrong time.

[bluedog103]

Doggies are so much fun to have, but being responsible for their well being and care is a job.

Leaving their well bagged fecal matter in any waste container around here isn't a good idea because of the heat, as others have stated.

We moved here with our older dog who passed a few years ago and she used only our yard to do her business. She was very feeble so taking her for a walk was out of the question. I do understand why that man who yelled might have been upset....even though the land might not be his, he is responsible for the care of the lawn. I have a couple of neighbors who walk their pooches through the neighborhood and every once in a while, one of the doggies does wet on our grass. Problem is, once one marks, then another dog will do the same and pretty soon, you've got an area of dead grass.

I'm sorry you were yelled at. Some people are just grouchy. Maybe this person has been having problems with other dogs and you just happened to arrive at the wrong time.

There is usually a utility easment along the edge of the property. The homeowner still owns the property up to the road. The easment gives the utility companies right of access along the easment. It does not transfer ownership of the property to the utility companies.

[F16 1UB]

F16 where do you empty the 3 gallon container? I wish someone would invent a flushable bag, some sort of biodegradable paper.

The 3 gal container has a trash bag liner. The poop bags, whether they are your everyday grocery store type or the rolls of bags that are sold at pet stores, are tied off and thrown in the 3 gal container and emptied twice weekly.

[Yoda]

WOW, we have dog pee nazis. Who'da thunk?

Maybe there are too many old people here.

Yoda.

[Barefoot]

This is just a prime example why we need a dog park in the south end of TV near 466A.

:agree: Let me climb on my dog park soapbox. We absolutely need a dog park south of 466! I understand that the new Springdale Dog Park in the north/east corner of TV is extremely busy.

Two dogs are allowed per household. That can be a heck of a lot of dogs in each Village. If facilities aren't provided for walking the dogs, difficult situations are bound to occur.

[Bogie Shooter]

:agree: Let me climb on my dog park soapbox. We absolutely need a dog park south of 466! I understand that the new Springdale Dog Park in the north/east corner of TV is extremely busy.

Two dogs are allowed per household. That can be a heck of a lot of dogs in each Village. If facilities aren't provided for walking the dogs, difficult situations are bound to occur.
Does this mean every time your dog has the urge, you are going to pack him off the dog park?

[Rag Bagger]

Walk your dog in your own yard untill it does it's business. Then walk on the streets for exercise.

I understand the so called groughy man. I have a corner lot and it's amazing how many dog owners treat it like a public dog toilet. We don't suffer from green spots but brown/yellow. One pee spot attracts the next and then the next you see what I mean. I truely love dogs I have had a dog in my house since a young boy...It's the dog owners that are so difficult to train.

Ive always said bark collars should be fitted to the owner not the dog LOL.

[BUC]

Fences, Please!!

[jeffy]

Walk your dog in your own yard untill it does it's business. Then walk on the streets for exercise.

I understand the so called groughy man. I have a corner lot and it's amazing how many dog owners treat it like a public dog toilet. We don't suffer from green spots but brown/yellow. One pee spot attracts the next and then the next you see what I mean. I truely love dogs I have had a dog in my house since a young boy...It's the dog owners that are so difficult to train.

Ive always said bark collars should be fitted to the owner not the dog LOL.

I absolutely agree. Just imagine if the "grouchy old man" went out to cut his lawn today and found himself stepping in doggy doo. I step in it every time I cut my lawn. It never fails. And yes the spots from the urine are also a pain. I am sure "grouchy old man" is upset from past experiences, not just from you.

Just realize that dog lovers love their dogs. Many non owners think they are a trouble.

I was at the AAC meeting two weeks ago and many people wanted to put recycle trash cans at the postal stations to recycle the junk mail. It was brought up that this was not feasible since dog doo would make it way into these containers just as it was making its way into the regular trash cans at the postal stations.

I think that eventually letting your dog crap on someone else's yard (even if you bag it ) will go the way of letting others smoke around you.

jeffy

[coffeebean]

Does this mean every time your dog has the urge, you are going to pack him off the dog park?

That's exactly what crossed my mind.

[BB14616]

I think its great you carry your baggy around and pick up your dog's poop. However, I do sympathize with the property owner here. We have people walking their dogs on our street, and they think nothing of letting their dogs pee and poop on our lawn. I mean, c'mon! Even if they pick up the poop, from my point of view its kind of disgusting having that on our lawn. And the pee burns the grass eventually. I'm not a dog owner, so maybe I'm biased. But I just think dog owners should let the dogs go in the road, or some public place, not in front of someone's house.

[beady]

Just to add my 2 cents......the Springdale Dog Park is terrific.....lots of happy dogs, well cared for space, and for the most part lovely people.
South of 466 dog owners definitely need and deserve a park of there own.
We also have a dog poop trash can that is emptied twice weekly.
My gripe......folks who walk their dogs at the mail station and deposit the poop in the trash cans......disgustingly smelly on a hot Florida day. That's just rude...

[Bogie Shooter]

Just to add my 2 cents......the Springdale Dog Park is terrific.....lots of happy dogs, well cared for space, and for the most part lovely people.
South of 466 dog owners definitely need and deserve a park of there own.
We also have a dog poop trash can that is emptied twice weekly.
My gripe......folks who walk their dogs at the mail station and deposit the poop in the trash cans......disgustingly smelly on a hot Florida day. That's just rude...
Forgot to include the urine smell.

[chuckster]

..And the dead plants and grass at the postal stations...........

[Autoshow]

I was walking my terrier, Gus, today on Bailey Trail. He stopped to sniff at a telephone pole, and the guy who owns the house abutting the street opened his lanai door and yelled at me, "Would you move the dog along?" And then slammed his door shut before I could respond. The dog was just sniffing, maybe was going to mark the pole, but he wasn't doing anything else if you know what I mean. And I had bags to pick anything up, which were in my hand. So I guess my question is what am I supposed to do, does the guy's property go all the way to the sidewalk? Are we supposed to curb the dogs?

That fellow's going to have a heart attack if he's that uptight about a dog on the edge of the sidewalk and the lawn. Gus wasn't even fully on the lawn... and I suspect he was so interested in that place because many many other dogs have been too. Maybe he'll be like the troll under the bridge when people with dogs go by! :)

Then I was walking home after going to the mailbox, where I deposited one of Gus's well wrapped and knotted used bags. I ran into two neighbors and told them about the man in the lanai, and one of them said "did he see your bags? and where are they?" I told her I put the one in the trashcan at the pool. She said I can't do that. Is this a rule?

I think I'll stay inside now for the rest of the day, even though it's beautiful out. Not a great walk.

When your dog does his duty in a certain spot,he and all other dogs will continue to use that same spot and ruin his property(grass).
I am a dog lover,but my question to you would be,why not let your dog do his business on your own lawn, and then take him for a walk.I have a neighbor who does exactly that,and I think that is great

[Bosoxfan]

:agree: Let me climb on my dog park soapbox. We absolutely need a dog park south of 466! I understand that the new Springdale Dog Park in the north/east corner of TV is extremely busy.

Two dogs are allowed per household. That can be a heck of a lot of dogs in each Village. If facilities aren't provided for walking the dogs, difficult situations are bound to occur.
Responsible dog owners is a group that got the ball rolling on the dog park in springdale.The group that is now working on getting dog parks south of 466 is responsible dog owners 2.We meet the third wednesday of the month @ Lake Miona rec center @ 7 p.m All are welcome and encouraged to attend these meetings .

[golfnut]

not sure i want to jump in on this but using the theory put forward here every dog owner must have brown grass in their yard, that is not my case....gn

[Lou Card]

barfLast year for the third time, I sat on the curb scraping down the lower two feet or so of my mail box pole to remove the rust and scale for painting back to black. And yes, I did it at the one of two times a day that a close neighbor comes by with his great dane. As if in a movie script, he comes by like clockwork and even stops to talk for a minute. I waited in hopes he would ask what I was doing, but since he did not ask, I slipped it into the conversation just what I was doing and added that I wish I could find out who's dog was using my mail box and yard as a toilet. I then said I can't do anything about the yellow dead grass, but I can revive my mail box post once in a while. Now that has been about five months ago and still to this day, he has to lean sideways going by my house in order to hold his dog in the middle of the street. The dog is like a horse and pulls on him hard trying to get to my mail box. Like I said, they just don't get it. Since he don't care if I have yellow spots on my grass or my mail box post turns to rust, why should I care. This did in fact work for me. I feel if I would have confronted him more direct, I would have been the jerk at least in his opinion.

I have read the argument that the county owns the first 8 feet of the property. Maybe so, and I would guess that most dogs in The Villages are small dogs; however, common sense should tell anyone above the age of reasoning that using the area in front of a neighbors home as a dog toilet is not the right thing to do.

Lou

[BUC]

Allow fences and solve the problem

[ajbrown]

Allow fences and solve the problem

Maybe allow a little sign that says in the friendliest way WHAT ARE YOU THINKING? :). Sold at town squares. I told my wife we missed an opportunity this holiday season when we could have integrated a message into the scene ;)

I hate to just say the same as others but I truly find in amazing that folks see no issue with their dogs in others yards, doing their business. I am also uncomfortable telling folks to knock it off, as they are neighbors and I have not figured out a way to suggest this without being perceived as a jerk.

I am a dog owner, love my dog, love other dogs, but would be very embarrassed if she veered off and quickly squatted while on a walk. In my area dogs are walked like kites with 15 - 30 feet of line, peeing, barking, etc.

None of this is the dogs fault, IMO there is a high percentage of dog owners that should own fish.....

[Xavier]

Allow fences and solve the problem

:throwtomatoes:barfbarf

[BogeyBoy]

Allow fences and solve the problem

I don't think you would solve the problem. People like to walk their dogs so even with fenced yards the dogs would still be out there. I live in a CYV and even though we have fenced in courtyards a lot of the dog owners take their dogs out for walks.

Or maybe you mean build a fence right up to the curb so no dog can come into your yard?

If you allowed fences you would have a checker board of fenced/not fenced yards. And if people start to leave the dogs in the yards you would have a new problem, barking dogs.

I lived in a rental north of 466 for a while. We took the dog for a walk and let him do his business in what we thought was a common area. The second or third time we did this the owner came out and asked us not to let our dog on his property. He was nice about it and said most people thought it was a common area but in fact it was his and he maintained it. I started to pay attention to that corner and felt bad for the guy, he had a problem that will probably never go away.

Unfortunately it's difficult to tell a dog exactly where to do their business. Even when you think they're done they seem to be able to mark some more.

This is not a problem that is unique to TV. Maybe if dog owners were a little more respectful of others property and the property owner were a little more tolerant we could end this thread and move on to something more exiting, like how do I get the birds to stop flying over (and pooping on) my house?

[petenj]

FYI - You could buy a disposal container that gets burried in your yard. You put wastes into it and enzymes that are provided will decompose the wastes. These units come in various sizes, and are very discreet, with a lid which is flush with the ground. No odors, no unsightly mess.

[BogeyBoy]

FYI - You could buy a disposal container that gets burried in your yard. You put wastes into it and enzymes that are provided will decompose the wastes. These units come in various sizes, and are very discreet, with a lid which is flush with the ground. No odors, no unsightly mess.

Great idea but be careful before you dig to put one of these in the ground. We have underground electric, gas, cable, water, irrigation water, sprinkler systems, and phone lines.

[eremite06]

:thumbup:When your dog does his duty in a certain spot,he and all other dogs will continue to use that same spot and ruin his property(grass).
I am a dog lover,but my question to you would be,why not let your dog do his business on your own lawn, and then take him for a walk.I have a neighbor who does exactly that,and I think that is great:agree:

[beady]

eremite06.....Good point.Star and I go out to our back yard and she does her business there. Then we go around the neighborhood for a walk. I always carry an extra bag....you will find them in all my jacket pockets......just in case she makes an extra stop. She seldom does. I believe that is the polite way to have a dog visit the neighbors.

[oot]

I have been reading TOTV for a few years now. We really love it and want to move there. I do have to say, posts like this one did tend to make me think twice. But after a few years, I have learned that it seems that people in The Villages hate dogs - but from little I have seen it is not true. Just a few sprinkled in here and there and I do notice quite a few dogs in the area when we have visited.

My mom is 80 years old. She adopted a sweet dog who was 10 at the time. Mom never had a dog before, and he is the thing that keeps her going. The dog is now 12, and mom tries to take him for very short walks. I don't care how long the dog has been in the yard, when he goes for a walk he wants to mark his area. As they say it is hard to teach a old dog new tricks and mom has a hard enough time remembering what she ate for dinner, let alone try to train a dog to piddle in a designated area.

Mom lives in a corner house with a stop sign, fire hydrant and trees. Almost every house in the neighborhood has a dog and they always stop to visit those wonderful doggie places. Her house looks just fine, and the lawn is green as are others in the neighborhood. If a brown spot is here or there, I doubt anyone would even notice.

The point is the neighbors don't scream at her when the dog marks a pole or tree. She has a bad heart, and it is the only exercise she gets. I can just imagine how the person who started the post must have felt when they were told to move on. Trust me, if someone yelled at my mom I would be very angry. She would be so embarrased and I am sure she would never walk her dog again.

Life is too short, and we should be enjoying the smell of the flowers, fresh cut grass, fresh baked bread....you get the picture. I know I will be beat up by this post, and I don't mind. I still have my mom around to enjoy, and her little dog too. And if her grass is brown because of other dogs who visit......well... I just have too much to be thankful for to worry about it....

[rshoffer]

I have been reading TOTV for a few years now. We really love it and want to move there. I do have to say, posts like this one did tend to make me think twice. But after a few years, I have learned that it seems that people in The Villages hate dogs - but from little I have seen it is not true. Just a few sprinkled in here and there and I do notice quite a few dogs in the area when we have visited.

My mom is 80 years old. She adopted a sweet dog who was 10 at the time. Mom never had a dog before, and he is the thing that keeps her going. The dog is now 12, and mom tries to take him for very short walks. I don't care how long the dog has been in the yard, when he goes for a walk he wants to mark his area. As they say it is hard to teach a old dog new tricks and mom has a hard enough time remembering what she ate for dinner, let alone try to train a dog to piddle in a designated area.

Mom lives in a corner house with a stop sign, fire hydrant and trees. Almost every house in the neighborhood has a dog and they always stop to visit those wonderful doggie places. Her house looks just fine, and the lawn is green as are others in the neighborhood. If a brown spot is here or there, I doubt anyone would even notice.

The point is the neighbors don't scream at her when the dog marks a pole or tree. She has a bad heart, and it is the only exercise she gets. I can just imagine how the person who started the post must have felt when they were told to move on. Trust me, if someone yelled at my mom I would be very angry. She would be so embarrased and I am sure she would never walk her dog again.

Life is too short, and we should be enjoying the smell of the flowers, fresh cut grass, fresh baked bread....you get the picture. I know I will be beat up by this post, and I don't mind. I still have my mom around to enjoy, and her little dog too. And if her grass is brown because of other dogs who visit......well... I just have too much to be thankful for to worry about it....Nicely stated.

[SarFred]

Interesting responses. I see the light about the pool mailbox trashcans. I haven't been here when it's hot and don't plan to be, at least for awhile, and will NEVER EVER deposit my bag in there again.

My question about the grouchy dude who yelled at me because my dog was sniffing around the box in his BACK yard, not his front yard, the yard backs up the very public Bailey Trail. I was just wondering if he owns the lawn right up to the sidewalk?

But the point is moot. I am now driving my dog to a community park in Wildwood, walking him to mine and his heart's content, all the while carrying my poop bags and picking up his poop.

He's loving the freedom, the grass and paths and so am I.

Thank you all for your feedback! :)

[bluedog103]

Interesting responses. I see the light about the pool mailbox trashcans. I haven't been here when it's hot and don't plan to be, at least for awhile, and will NEVER EVER deposit my bag in there again.

My question about the grouchy dude who yelled at me because my dog was sniffing around the box in his BACK yard, not his front yard, the yard backs up the very public Bailey Trail. I was just wondering if he owns the lawn right up to the sidewalk?

But the point is moot. I am now driving my dog to a community park in Wildwood, walking him to mine and his heart's content, all the while carrying my poop bags and picking up his poop.

He's loving the freedom, the grass and paths and so am I.

Thank you all for your feedback! :)

Yes, he does own the lawn right up to the sidewalk. There is an easment, which does not transfer the ownership of his property. It does give right of access to utility companies.

[JimJoe]

I feel sorry for people who worry they might get a brown spot in their yard.

[Bogie Shooter]

I feel sorry for people who worry they might get a brown spot in their yard.
How about dog poop on there shoes??

[graciegirl]

How about dog poop on there shoes??

Very unpleasant, but not the end of the earth. We have all been through far worse than that I would guess, after the required five and one half decades to live here.

It is a great forum. We listen and we talk and we learn and we grow.

[allairenjadea]

I am not a dog hater. We had many dogs while I was growing up in Maine. I don't have a dog now because I don't want to clean up after them and they can restrict traveling. If I did own a dog I would not allow any type of business to be done on anybodys property but my own. I am one of those people who don't want dogs using my lawn. That shouldn't make me a dog hater. Is there a polite way to tell a dog owner to not use your lawn.If there is then what is it ?

[JimJoe]

Bogie Shooter: Were you trying to miss my point?
Yes, I do feel sorry for them if someone fails to pick up the mess left. They should pick it up. They should try to make sure their dog does its business at home before they go for the walk.
Are you one of the people I was talking about? If so, I feel sorry for you.
The Villages.. Florida's friendliest hometown.. I swear I have read that many times on this website.
Is it??
I dont like your noisy golf cart. I dont like your wind chimes. I dont like the smoke from your grill. I dont like your tv noise. I dont like your stereo noise. I dont like when you put out your garbage. I dont like your arguing. I dont like you working on your car and cart. Your grass is too long. Your lawn products are blowing on my lawn. I dont like you looking in my lanai. I dont like the noise your grandkids make. I dont like you.
Is this really Florida's friendliest hometown? I think so and I think everyone should try to keep it that way.

[joannej]

We all live pretty close to one another. What we are talking about here is being considerate of your neighbors. I don't think it's too much to ask.:smiley:

[SarFred]

We all live pretty close to one another. What we are talking about here is being considerate of your neighbors. I don't think it's too much to ask.:smiley:

It seems like everyone's idea of considerate is different? For example, I thought I was being considerate by keeping my dog behind the utility barrier on the back lawn of the guy on Bailey trail who yelled at me to move along. He didn't think I was.

Maybe it's because it's February and it's really crowded here. Tensions rise when people are crowded. Maybe that guy had seen 15 dogs pee in the same place. It would've been nice if he'd told me that or just said, "do you mind moving along with your dog?" instead of yelling at me and slamming his door.

We do come down here expecting all to be hearts and flowers and that's just not how life is, is it, everyone? We all have enough life under our belts to know that, but when it happens to you (me) it frankly hurt my feelings (big baby) and made me feel weird about walking my dog anywhere. It isn't dog friendly here in terms of turf and area and I wouldn't advise bringing a big dog here unless you can take him/her to a dog park, which is the segue into....

I agree! We need a dog park south of 466. There are sooooo many dogs here. I know there are petitions. How can we do this?

Peace and love,

Sarah (Fred)

[bluedog103]

Very unpleasant, but not the end of the earth. We have all been through far worse than that I would guess, after the required five and one half decades to live here.

It is a great forum. We listen and we talk and we learn and we grow.

Well said. Indeed, we've all been through worse. Thanks for making us think.

[Bogie Shooter]

Bogie Shooter: Were you trying to miss my point?
Yes, I do feel sorry for them if someone fails to pick up the mess left. They should pick it up. They should try to make sure their dog does its business at home before they go for the walk.
Are you one of the people I was talking about? If so, I feel sorry for you.
The Villages.. Florida's friendliest hometown.. I swear I have read that many times on this website.
Is it??
I dont like your noisy golf cart. I dont like your wind chimes. I dont like the smoke from your grill. I dont like your tv noise. I dont like your stereo noise. I dont like when you put out your garbage. I dont like your arguing. I dont like you working on your car and cart. Your grass is too long. Your lawn products are blowing on my lawn. I dont like you looking in my lanai. I dont like the noise your grandkids make. I dont like you.
Is this really Florida's friendliest hometown? I think so and I think everyone should try to keep it that way.\
I guess I did. I believe in "friendliest hometown"....just cannot see how someone elses dog peeing and pooping on my lawn is a gesture of that?

[JimJoe]

\
I guess I did. I believe in "friendliest hometown"....just cannot see how someone elses dog peeing and pooping on my lawn is a gesture of that?

A gesture of peeing and pooping implies it is intentional and repeated. I don't justify either. That was not my point.
BUT..I think we need to give each other a break and as the song goes..
Don't worry. Be Happy!
When your neighbor walks by with their puppy, instead of worrying about brown spots, be friendly, ask them about their companion.. the one they probably deeply love.....
and that is how friendships, not wars, are born. Which do you really want?
:)

[Barefoot]

Quote:
Originally Posted by Barefoot
Let me climb on my dog park soapbox. We absolutely need a dog park south of 466! I understand that the new Springdale Dog Park in the north/east corner of TV is extremely busy.

Two dogs are allowed per household. That can be a heck of a lot of dogs in each Village. If facilities aren't provided for walking the dogs, difficult situations are bound to occur.
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Question from Bogie Shooter

Does this mean every time your dog has the urge, you are going to pack him off the dog park?
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Reply from Bare to Bogie Shooter

Thanks for asking about the bathroom habits of my dogs. If you seriously want to know what happens when my dogs "have the urge", I'll tell you. They go to the bathroom in my back yard. And I clean up after them.

I take my two dogs to a private dog park every day for an hour so they get lots of off-leash exercise. This means I don't have to walk them in the neighbourhood. Which means there is no danger that they will pee on your lawn.

And that is why I support having additional dog parks!

[Lou Card]

I feel sorry for people who worry they might get a brown spot in their yard.

Could some be proud of their yard?

Do you throw cigarette butts in others yards or even the street?

Do you throw cans, bottles or other trash out of your cart into yards?

Do you spit on the side walk while walking?

Most people have one or more bad habits that bother other people.

My point is, think about what you do before you do it. That is the one thing MOST people have over lower forms of life. Dogs pee anywhere they have the urge except some people teach the dog not to do that in their own living room. Most people, if told that it was a bother would say, Oh I am sorry and it will never happen again. And not if it don't bother me then the heck with you.

However, I would use caution when or if you approach someone for doing a discusting thing anywhere, even on your property as anyone with one social flaw is very likely to have more, some of which could be violent or retaliatory.

One more point, if you live in The Villages, you are of an age that if you still haven't got to the point that you care what your neighbors think, you most likely never will.

Lou

[BUC]

What's next "cats" only everyone likes a little " pussy cat."

[rshoffer]

Bogie Shooter: Were you trying to miss my point?
Yes, I do feel sorry for them if someone fails to pick up the mess left. They should pick it up. They should try to make sure their dog does its business at home before they go for the walk.
Are you one of the people I was talking about? If so, I feel sorry for you.
The Villages.. Florida's friendliest hometown.. I swear I have read that many times on this website.
Is it??
I dont like your noisy golf cart. I dont like your wind chimes. I dont like the smoke from your grill. I dont like your tv noise. I dont like your stereo noise. I dont like when you put out your garbage. I dont like your arguing. I dont like you working on your car and cart. Your grass is too long. Your lawn products are blowing on my lawn. I dont like you looking in my lanai. I dont like the noise your grandkids make. I dont like you.
Is this really Florida's friendliest hometown? I think so and I think everyone should try to keep it that way.See... there were many advantages to my private and isolated mountainside home in Central Pa.... the bear poop on the lawn could be annoying though.

[Bosoxfan]

It seems like everyone's idea of considerate is different? For example, I thought I was being considerate by keeping my dog behind the utility barrier on the back lawn of the guy on Bailey trail who yelled at me to move along. He didn't think I was.

Maybe it's because it's February and it's really crowded here. Tensions rise when people are crowded. Maybe that guy had seen 15 dogs pee in the same place. It would've been nice if he'd told me that or just said, "do you mind moving along with your dog?" instead of yelling at me and slamming his door.

We do come down here expecting all to be hearts and flowers and that's just not how life is, is it, everyone? We all have enough life under our belts to know that, but when it happens to you (me) it frankly hurt my feelings (big baby) and made me feel weird about walking my dog anywhere. It isn't dog friendly here in terms of turf and area and I wouldn't advise bringing a big dog here unless you can take him/her to a dog park, which is the segue into....

I agree! We need a dog park south of 466. There are sooooo many dogs here. I know there are petitions. How can we do this?

Peace and love,

Sarah (Fred)

Responsible dog owners is a group that got the ball rolling on the dog park in springdale.The group that is now working on getting dog parks south of 466 is responsible dog owners 2.We meet the third wednesday of the month @ Lake Miona rec center @ 7 p.m All are welcome and encouraged to attend these meetings .Please if everyone really wants a dog park on this side.the ball is in motion and your support is needed.Please come to the next meeting...Thanks
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[stuie]

The point seems to be missed by dog owners when they state "I always pick up after my dog". I am curious how this is achieved with urine ?? Correct......you can't. I don't believe anyone has the right to walk their animal on another person's lawn. The unpredictable nature of dogs to urinate causes damage to others lawns. I'm sure no one would like it if I went to their home and urinated on their front lawn. God knows, I have been read the riot act :rant-rave:for stepping 2 feet onto a lawn to retrieve a golf ball. Which does absolutely no damage at all.

[rshoffer]

The point seems to be missed by dog owners when they state "I always pick up after my dog". I am curious how this is achieved with urine ?? Correct......you can't. I don't believe anyone has the right to walk their animal on another person's lawn. The unpredictable nature of dogs to urinate causes damage to others lawns. I'm sure no one would like it if I went to their home and urinated on their front lawn. God knows, I have been read the riot act :rant-rave:for stepping 2 feet onto a lawn to retrieve a golf ball. Which does absolutely no damage at all.Gee.... another reminder of a quieter and simpler time in the Pa woods... weeing off the deck of the old homestead.... ahh, freedom:a040:

[graciegirl]

Gee.... another reminder of a quieter and simpler time in the Pa woods... weeing off the deck of the old homestead.... ahh, freedom:a040:

OH Doc. A statement like that makes all of us girls have .....ENVY.....
I think Dr. Freud mentioned that a time or two.:angel:

[gary42651]

Fence....how is it that the builder can restrict the use of a fence, than builds homes that do have a fence..and not just the villas, I have seen ranch homes with a fence around it..

[Barefoot]

Fence....how is it that the builder can restrict the use of a fence, than builds homes that do have a fence..and not just the villas, I have seen ranch homes with a fence around it..

Because the Developer makes the rules and covenants that we live by.

I think the ranch homes with a fence were a "pilot" that was limited to one Village.

We sold our Courtyard Villa and bought a house. I really miss the fence, but now we have invisible fencing for the dogs. I once thought invisible fencing was inhumane, so I tried the collar on my arm. It is merely a tingle, annoying but not painful. The dogs learn quickly to stay away from the "beep".

[Pturner]

We sold our Courtyard Villa and ...now we have invisible fencing for the dogs. ...The dogs learn quickly to stay away from the "beep".

Oh dear, that made me think of something.

Q: How does an invisible fence differ from a telephone answering machine?
A: With an invisible fence, the party (dog) is supposed to leave his calling card before the sound of the beep.

:ohdear: No wonder my husband thinks I'm silly.

[oot]

Been away from the post for a few days, but see everyone is still concerned about those brown spots from the dogs.

There must be millions of dogs in the villages because when we were down there last week all the lawns were brown. LOL :smiley:

To spite it all it still looked mighty nice down there - I'll trade you the snow for a brown lawn anyday!

[nONIE]

ohhh my goodness!

I appreciate that people want their lawns to look beautiful, but all this hoopla over a little yellow spot here and there?

With so many serious concerns in the world, this seems so trivial. Hardly worth getting your bloodpressure up.

I guess we are just fortunate to have a wonderful group of neighbors in our village . We dont get upset about dogs in our lawn or an occasional yellow spot.

There is an article in todays "Daily Sun" asking what do you like most about your neighborhood. I am so grateful for our tolerant easy going neighbors that have better things to worry about then someones dog walking on their front lawn! THANK YOU LORD!

and by the way, Our 2 dogs urinate in our lawn a gazillion times a day and we are yet to find a yellow spot anywhere.

[dillywho]

ohhh my goodness!

I appreciate that people want their lawns to look beautiful, but all this hoopla over a little yellow spot here and there?

With so many serious concerns in the world, this seems so trivial. Hardly worth getting your bloodpressure up.

I guess we are just fortunate to have a wonderful group of neighbors in our village . We dont get upset about dogs in our lawn or an occasional yellow spot.

There is an article in todays "Daily Sun" asking what do you like most about your neighborhood. I am so grateful for our tolerant easy going neighbors that have better things to worry about then someones dog walking on their front lawn! THANK YOU LORD!

and by the way, Our 2 dogs urinate in our lawn a gazillion times a day and we are yet to find a yellow spot anywhere.

:agree:Like you, we had 2 dogs (lost them both to old age not too long ago) that "went" in our yard along with the neighbors' ones and, until this winter, had one of the prettiest yards in TV. That being said, others have a right to ask that dogs not use theirs, the key word being "ask".....no need to be hateful about it.

One thing I would like to point out that has not been addressed here is, pleeease do not put your doggie bag of waste into the storm drains (it has been addressed in other threads, tho). I have witnessed this several times and that does upset me. Not only does it pollute the retention ponds, but endangers the wildlife there if they ingest the plastic. It also has the potential of blocking the drains and we could encounter flooding without proper drainage. One simple solution is to bag it at home in the earth-colored grocery plastic bags, store in the flower bed and dispose of it on trash days. It worked for us.

[Donna]

So many Villagers have dogs, I cannot understand what harm it would do if we were permitted to install a nice looking fence, so people could let their dogs run in their own yards.

There could be limittions on the type of fences, but it would make life easier for lots of people...

Maybe if all the dog owners got together and signed a petition, it would be considered...

:cold:freezing in Pa....

[RichieLion]

I too am getting a little peeved at dog walkers. I have a large corner property and some dog walkers feel it's OK to trespass on my private property so that their dog can do its business. Some use those leash reels and some actually have walked into my yard with their pooch. Why in heaven's name do people think this is OK? I maintain my property and have a right to be free of their dogs urine and feces. People need to respect their neighbors "Private Property Rights". How about if I drive my golf cart across your lawn? I'm not damaging it and once I'm gone you won't even know I was there. That's a dog walkers rationale.

[The Great Fumar]

So many Villagers have dogs, I cannot understand what harm it would do if we were permitted to install a nice looking fence, so people could let their dogs run in their own yards.

There could be limittions on the type of fences, but it would make life easier for lots of people...

Maybe if all the dog owners got together and signed a petition, it would be considered...

:cold:freezing in Pa....

Donna , You've got to be kidding RIGHT ????
If I had wanted to live in Wildwood , I would bought there !!!

fenceless fumar (also dogless and loving it.):thumbup:

[JimJoe]

Florida's friendliest Hometown.

[chuckster]

Florida's friendliest Hometown.

Yes it is...............chilout

[Donna]

Donna , You've got to be kidding RIGHT ????
If I had wanted to live in Wildwood , I would bought there !!!

fenceless fumar (also dogless and loving it.):thumbup:

Fumar..you foul creature..:cus:.I meant a nice fence, not a chain link...Estates have fences around them!!:rant-rave:
I've never been to Wildwood are the fences nice...:1rotfl:

[Donna]

Florida's friendliest Hometown.

Jim...Fumar gets that way ocasionally, we are used to him...:mornincoffee:

[JimJoe]

Jim...Fumar gets that way ocasionally, we are used to him...:mornincoffee:
Donna: thanks. I get that way too in my old age.

[beady]

Nonie.......I agree:agree:
There are lots of bigger concerns in his crazy world we are living and breathing in.
Have to agree :agree: again with the yellow spot problem.......none in my yard, where my dogs pee ?????

[billethkid]

caused by some residents, Then there could be cause for concern!!!!
How about the posts st cart path entrances?
How about the short cuts the cart drivers take around speed bumps?
How about the bare spots/area along the cart paths caused by drivers who just don't care?
Just to mention a VERY FEW.

The above far and away out numbers ANY REAL damage PURPORTED to be done by dogs.

Just my opinion.

btk

[zcaveman]

caused by some residents, Then there could be cause for concern!!!!
How about the posts st cart path entrances?
How about the short cuts the cart drivers take around speed bumps?
How about the bare spots/area along the cart paths caused by drivers who just don't care?
Just to mention a VERY FEW.

The above far and away out numbers ANY REAL damage PURPORTED to be done by dogs.

Just my opinion.

btk

While I agree with you, this is a dog issue post. Maybe you can start another thread about the about subjects.

And to the property owners that do not have dogs (or had dogs that passed away as I did), this is an important issue.

I see no reason for people to walk their dogs in my yard. I did not like it when Bart was around because he would spend a lot of time walking HIS yard checking for p-mails that did not belong to him. Then he would leave p-mails for the other dogs to check. Were the brown spots his or the other dogs? I did not care because it was his yard. They should have all been his.

Do I say anything to these dog owners? Sometimes. I really wish I could put up a sign but the deed restrictions prevent it.

[JimJoe]

Dog owners should be able to walk their dogs. They should do everything they can to make sure the dog does its business at home. If there is an accident they should clean it up.. but..
You need to understand you do not own the grass next to the road. It is part of the street right away. You are required to maintain it. They can allow their dogs to walk in the grass. The first 10 ft in from the road is part of the street right of way. Call the assessor or look at the map of your property on the assessors site. Everyone needs to try to get along.

[The Great Fumar]

Dog owners should be able to walk their dogs. They should do everything they can to make sure the dog does its business at home. If there is an accident they should clean it up.. but..
You need to understand you do not own the grass next to the road. It is part of the street right away. You are required to maintain it. They can allow their dogs to walk in the grass. The first 10 ft in from the road is part of the street right of way. Call the assessor or look at the map of your property on the assessors site. Everyone needs to try to get along.

WRONG !!
Your confusing Florida with Iowa .......Here , the curb is yours , as opposed to Iowa where the curb is in corn.....also many of its inhabitants..Its something about a field of dreams......You remember don't you , where people come out of a cornfield walking their little dogs and letting them pee on everyones property............It was a great movie........

shoeless Joe Fumar ..:1rotfl:

[TednRobin]

Boy is this thread getting nasty. You all have me scared to move to TV with my dog.

[The Great Fumar]

Boy is this thread getting nasty. You all have me scared to move to TV with my dog.


Sounds like my work here is finished !!!

Fumar , as in we do our part !!!:clap2:

[herbaru]

Boy is this thread getting nasty. You all have me scared to move to TV with my dog.

TnR, I agree
I was walking my dog after dark the other night and thought I'm gonna have to do all my dog walking after dark when I move to TV. Has me worried...

:(

[JimJoe]

WRONG !!
Your confusing Florida with Iowa .......Here , the curb is yours , as opposed to Iowa where the curb is in corn.....also many of its inhabitants..Its something about a field of dreams......You remember don't you , where people come out of a cornfield walking their little dogs and letting them pee on everyones property............It was a great movie........

shoeless Joe Fumar ..:1rotfl:

Please go to the assessor site, look up the picture of your lot on the GIS and see for yourself. If you dont want to believe the lines, then use the measuring tool and you will find your lot measures 90 feet from the back to the front and is still 10 feet from the edge of the road. If you want to live in denial that is your choice.
Thank you for your kind words Mr. Friendly.

[Hancle704]

I think that some folks do overreact when they see someone's dog approaching their lawn. Then there are some folks who get upset when some folks don't pick up after they do their business and assume all dog owners are the same.

As a pet owner, I try to have our dog take care of her business on our lawn and then we pick it up and flush it in our toilet. After she is done, then she gets to go for a walk and we try to make sure she stays close to curb. There are occasional accidents and we always carry a bag to pick up.

We never leave her stuff at mail stop or down storm drains. Sadly, some folks do and that makes it bad for the responsible owners.

I find it strange that some owners never have their dog(s) go on their lawn. They always make sure it is done on a neighbors or at the common areas.

[RichieLion]

Please go to the assessor site, look up the picture of your lot on the GIS and see for yourself. If you dont want to believe the lines, then use the measuring tool and you will find your lot measures 90 feet from the back to the front and is still 10 feet from the edge of the road. If you want to live in denial that is your choice.
Thank you for your kind words Mr. Friendly.

I think it would do everyone a great service if you would let all the dog owners know where you live so that everyone's dog could poop in your yard (excuse me; the "10ft common area") without having a homeowner who minds this. This would solve the problem in your neighborhood anyway. How about it JimJoe; talk the talk, walk the walk, as they say.

[dog friendly]

Nonie.......I agree:agree:
There are lots of bigger concerns in his crazy world we are living and breathing in.
Have to agree :agree: again with the yellow spot problem.......none in my yard, where my dogs pee ?????

Like I have said before, this is sand not real dirt. The pee goes right on down, with no yellow spots. You could have grubs if you have yellow spots......

[JimJoe]

I think it would do everyone a great service if you would let all the dog owners know where you live so that everyone's dog could poop in your yard (excuse me; the "10ft common area") without having a homeowner who minds this. This would solve the problem in your neighborhood anyway. How about it JimJoe; talk the talk, walk the walk, as they say.

I don't understand you. Have you not read my previous posts? Let me try one more time. Please pay attention.
Dog owners should have their animals do their business on their own property! Is that clear enough?
Dog owners should clean up after their animal if there is an accident! Is that clear enough?
You don't own the 10 ft from the edge of the road towards your home so don't tell people they cant let their dog walk on it.
PLEASE try to be friendly to your neighbors who enjoy walking their dog down the street.
Isn't that what friendly is all about?
How can this possibly be so difficult?

[JimJoe]

Like I have said before, this is sand not real dirt. The pee goes right on down, with no yellow spots. You could have grubs if you have yellow spots......
It is my understanding that animal urine can cause some spotting if the grass is fully fertilized and the nitrogen in the urine causes the grass to have excessive nitrogen. If the grass is low on nitrogen then the urine will cause it go grow more rapidly and greener than the surrounding grass.

[RichieLion]

I don't understand you. Have you not read my previous posts? Let me try one more time. Please pay attention.
Dog owners should have their animals do their business on their own property! Is that clear enough?
Dog owners should clean up after their animal if there is an accident! Is that clear enough?
You don't own the 10 ft from the edge of the road towards your home so don't tell people they cant let their dog walk on it.
PLEASE try to be friendly to your neighbors who enjoy walking their dog down the street.
Isn't that what friendly is all about?
How can this possibly be so difficult?
Great cop out.

[JimJoe]

Great cop out.
Amazing. I try to be constructive and people behave so badly.
It seems to me that there are some people who just don't want dogs walking down their street. No amount of precaution nor cleaning will suffice.
Am I right?

[Barefoot]

Sounds like my work here is finished !!!
Fumar , as in we do our part !!!:clap2:

Folks, don't be put off by Fumar. He just has a weird sense of humour. In his secret heart, he really loves little doggies. He has asked to borrow mine on several occasions.

[nONIE]

Well Bare, I sure hope you didnt oblige him and loan them to him! No telling what you would have when you got them back!! :mad:

[mulligan]

Fumar-I just read a book that could be the end of the discussion - "HOW TO WOK YOUR DOG"

[rshoffer]

I think it would do everyone a great service if you would let all the dog owners know where you live so that everyone's dog could poop in your yard (excuse me; the "10ft common area") without having a homeowner who minds this. This would solve the problem in your neighborhood anyway. How about it JimJoe; talk the talk, walk the walk, as they say.I have a 110 lb lab and a lush, green corner "dog friendly" lot. So ... fell free to let your pooch sniff and do doggie stuff when walking by. In fact, stop in, say hi and meet Maverick (aka Bumpkus). 2800 Day Lily Run in Duval.

[JimJoe]

i have a 110 lb lab and a lush, green corner "dog friendly" lot. So ... Fell free to let your pooch sniff and do doggie stuff when walking by. In fact, stop in, say hi and meet maverick (aka bumpkus). 2800 day lily run in duval.

now that's friendly!!!!!!!!
:)

[Pturner]

Donna , You've got to be kidding RIGHT ????
If I had wanted to live in Wildwood , I would bought there !!!

fenceless fumar (also dogless and loving it.):thumbup:

WRONG !!
Your confusing Florida with Iowa .......Here , the curb is yours , as opposed to Iowa where the curb is in corn.....also many of its inhabitants..Its something about a field of dreams......You remember don't you , where people come out of a cornfield walking their little dogs and letting them pee on everyones property............It was a great movie........

shoeless Joe Fumar ..:1rotfl:

Sounds like my work here is finished !!!

Fumar , as in we do our part !!!:clap2:

Well, some posters said these posts stink. :rant-rave:
Others say, if you knew The Great Fumar, you'd know he's yanking your leash. :girlneener:
Given the subject at hand...ur, foot (doggie poop), I say there's an approprate name for the controversy:

... Fumargate :1rotfl:

Steppin' in it PT :crap2:

[RichieLion]

I have a 110 lb lab and a lush, green corner "dog friendly" lot. So ... fell free to let your pooch sniff and do doggie stuff when walking by. In fact, stop in, say hi and meet Maverick (aka Bumpkus). 2800 Day Lily Run in Duval.

See JimJoe, that's how it's done. Here's a dog lover who walks the walk. I know what your saying about being considerate, but I see it as inconsiderate to deliberately walk a dog in my yard specifically to get it to go, all the while holding a plastic bag like that makes it fine. I'm only saying that you put up such a defense of dog walkers that you should have had the courage of your convictions as this poster does.

[graciegirl]

Well, some posters said these posts stink. :rant-rave:
Others say, if you knew The Great Fumar, you'd know he's yanking your leash. :girlneener:
Given the subject at hand...ur, foot (doggie poop), I say there's an approprate name for the controversy:

... Fumargate :1rotfl:

Steppin' in it PT :crap2:

You may be steppin' in it, P........ But you are after my heart.

You nailed it girl.:wave:

[JimJoe]

See JimJoe, that's how it's done. Here's a dog lover who walks the walk. I know what your saying about being considerate, but I see it as inconsiderate to deliberately walk a dog in my yard specifically to get it to go, all the while holding a plastic bag like that makes it fine. I'm only saying that you put up such a defense of dog walkers that you should have had the courage of your convictions as this poster does.

Please just say howdy to the next dog walker. I do and it is a great way to meet your neighbors and make new friends. I promise you it will open a new world for you and all others who are "worried" about a dog stepping on your grass.
I do walk the walk. Will you?

[The Great Fumar]

Fumar-I just read a book that could be the end of the discussion - "HOW TO WOK YOUR DOG"

"NOW THATS FUNNY"

flaming fumar

[RichieLion]

Please just say howdy to the next dog walker. I do and it is a great way to meet your neighbors and make new friends. I promise you it will open a new world for you and all others who are "worried" about a dog stepping on your grass.
I do walk the walk. Will you?

Never said I would; this is your crusade and I still don't see your invitation to fellow dogs walkers. What more is there to say?

[kwachowski]

If a responsible person has a dog, first the dog should always be on a leash even in the yard. Second you always pick up the poop, bag it and TAKE IT HOME TO DISPOSE OF. We who do not have dogs do not want to smell the poop around the mailbox or in any common area. When people walk their dogs why do they let the dog pee on someone elses lawn, why not walk the dog around your own house.

[rshoffer]

This is the most entertaining free entertainment in The Villages!

[CharS]

It's not a rule, but you shouldn't do that. Take your bag home!! People have to empty those trash containers and if everyone added a bag can you imagine how it would smell. But thanks for being a responsible dog owner and at least picking up. Some don't have the common courtesy to do that!!

[escapequeen]

We just purchased a home at TV and I am sorry to hear that it sounds as if we might have to walk on eggshells when it comes to walking our dog. A bit of an uptight society there it seems, am I wrong in feeling this way? :confused: I certainly hope it is not the case.

[dog friendly]

welcome and you are not wrong, sorry to say:icon_hungry:

[Whalen]

If a responsible person has a dog, first the dog should always be on a leash even in the yard. Second you always pick up the poop, bag it and TAKE IT HOME TO DISPOSE OF. We who do not have dogs do not want to smell the poop around the mailbox or in any common area. When people walk their dogs why do they let the dog pee on someone elses lawn, why not walk the dog around your own house.

Amen!

Can we now move on to cigarette butts?

[Lou Card]

We just purchased a home at TV and I am sorry to hear that it sounds as if we might have to walk on eggshells when it comes to walking our dog. A bit of an uptight society there it seems, am I wrong in feeling this way? :confused: I certainly hope it is not the case.

You don't have to walk on egg shells, just be a good neighbor and curb your dog. Take home your own dogs poop, take home your cigarette butts and use common sense when you are out in public. IF YOU WOULD NOT DO IT, DON"T ALLOW YOUR DOG TO DO IT.

Now if you would pee on your neighbors yard or flip your Cigarette butts on their driveway or yard, then you may not get it. So just follow the simple rule of: Act like a good neighbor. I had a neighbor in Virginia that had a truck and three cars in the family. He always had a least one car parked in the front yard. I understand, that it was OK with him and he needed the parking space, but I would not have been a happy camper if he decided it would be OK to park one or more of his cars in my front yard. Point is, if it is not yours, let the owner make their own rules for their own property. Let them choose their own religious denomination, their own type of food too enjoy without your interference. I personally do not want anyone making my personal decisions for me. You deciding that yellow spots on my yard or a few cigarette butts in my yard should not bother me are very rude of you or as I like to say, the Grey matter over the shoulders of some folks just does not have the density to produce complex thought; therefore, they just don't get it.

Lou

[Barefoot]

We just purchased a home at TV and I am sorry to hear that it sounds as if we might have to walk on eggshells when it comes to walking our dog. A bit of an uptight society there it seems, am I wrong in feeling this way? :confused: I certainly hope it is not the case.

Congratulations on your new home :welcome:

I think that you'll find that the majority of residents in The Bubble love dogs. I don't know the dog population, but I'll bet it is at least 10,000. A lot of homes (mine included) have two dogs. And of course, respecting others and picking up after your dog is just common sense.

When you read threads on dog issues, I know that there are some pretty angry comments. But I think they come from the vocal minority. It definitely isn't an "uptight" society here in TV.

Don't worry, you've made the right decision .. you'll love it here. :thumbup:

[RichieLion]

Please just say howdy to the next dog walker. I do and it is a great way to meet your neighbors and make new friends. I promise you it will open a new world for you and all others who are "worried" about a dog stepping on your grass.
I do walk the walk. Will you?

hopeless hopeless hopeless

[The Great Fumar]

I've been wondering .........If you crossed a BULLDOG with a ****ZU would
you get a .............Oh never mind , it probably wouldn't work anyway...

curious fumar.......:22yikes:

[Donna]

FUMAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:rant-rave:

[Pturner]

I've been wondering .........If you crossed a BULLDOG with a ****ZU would
you get a .............Oh never mind , it probably wouldn't work anyway...

curious fumar.......:22yikes:

Hey now, quit picking on my ***zu. That's as bad as crossing a Terrior with a BULLDOG--

it's Terribull!

[graciegirl]

groaning.

But lovin' it.

[The Great Fumar]

Sorry , i lost my head.......

[dblwyr]

Because a homeowner objects or expresses concern about dogs on their lawn does not mean they do not like dogs. However, when folks are working hard to keep their lawns looking good, it is understandable that dogs doing their business on the lawn would not be welcomed. I notice in our neighborhood that dog walkers seem to permit their dogs to enter any lawn they want. I object to this, and would certainly ask the dog's owner not to let their dog use my lawn for their bathroom. It will leave spots once the grass starts to look like grass again. It's just being a good neighbor and considerate dog owner.

[BUC]

Please allow fences, it'll solve alot of problems!!

[Barefoot]

Please allow fences, it'll solve alot of problems!!

Buc, I know you are a strong advocate of fencing. Well, it is Villages Survey time! Fences would be a good topic for a write-in comment.

Every year I write in a comment about the need for more golf-accessible dog parks. Now we have the new Springdale Dog Park. I'm sure it didn't happen because I wrote a comment! :blahblahblah: However it gives me faith that comments are used constructively.

[Pturner]

Every year I write in a comment about the need for more golf-accessible dog parks.

Your dogs play golf!? :bowdown:

[Bogie Shooter]

No fences.

[Barefoot]

Your dogs play golf!? :bowdown:

Oh no, now I've really opened Pandora's box. Dogs need golf too! :jester:

[graciegirl]

Do they walk in your putting line? Do they give you "gimmies"?:a040:

[gary42651]

Fences will solve alot of problems

[Bogie Shooter]

Fences would create many problems.

[zcaveman]

Fences would be an eye sore except in the villa areas where they are authorized.

[otherbruddaDarrell]

Two words............................................. .short leash !