Let's Get Real

[PennBF]

Lets get real. The Villages is also the world leader as the largest "Dog Park" in the world. It seems like every where you go in the villages you are subject to dogs and their relieving themselves. They are at the Mail Stations which is used as a Dog Park. They are also in all of the Squares using whatever bush or tree is available. Lets not forget everybody's lawn, and god forgive the area's around the Shuffle Boards, just outside swimming pools and the open spaces around club houses. I am sure I am leaving some out but this is a start. We are dog lovers and in fact had one for years and would never think of allowing him to relieve himself outside our own property or at a self in closed dog park. When we see someone allowing their dog to use a private property (lawn, etc.) we are amazed there are people who are so within them selves that they totally disregard the other person rights and privacy. At Lake Sumter we watched a dog relieve itself in a small area of shrubs and a little while later two workers from the Villages get down and weed the
same area without gloves. Dog's do carry bacteria and can spread or create infections.
Now, I know that every dog lover will be outraged that anyone would challenge the right
for them to use other people's property for a outhouse for dogs. As I said we owned dogs
for many many years and always considered the other person. Since there is no law which protects the general and private property of others this behavior will most likely
not change and we must endure the behavior in the future. All those dog owners who respect other THANKS, those that don't SHAME. :ho:

[fdpaq0580]

Lets get real. The Villages is also the world leader as the largest "Dog Park" in the world. It seems like every where you go in the villages you are subject to dogs and their relieving themselves. They are at the Mail Stations which is used as a Dog Park. They are also in all of the Squares using whatever bush or tree is available. Lets not forget everybody's lawn, and god forgive the area's around the Shuffle Boards, just outside swimming pools and the open spaces around club houses. I am sure I am leaving some out but this is a start. We are dog lovers and in fact had one for years and would never think of allowing him to relieve himself outside our own property or at a self in closed dog park. When we see someone allowing their dog to use a private property (lawn, etc.) we are amazed there are people who are so within them selves that they totally disregard the other person rights and privacy. At Lake Sumter we watched a dog relieve itself in a small area of shrubs and a little while later two workers from the Villages get down and weed the
same area without gloves. Dog's do carry bacteria and can spread or create infections.
Now, I know that every dog lover will be outraged that anyone would challenge the right
for them to use other people's property for a outhouse for dogs. As I said we owned dogs
for many many years and always considered the other person. Since there is no law which protects the general and private property of others this behavior will most likely
not change and we must endure the behavior in the future. All those dog owners who respect other THANKS, those that don't SHAME. :ho:

Actually, laws do exist. They, unfortunately, are seldom enforced except when a property owner builds a case, gathers evidence and brings in law enforcement. Lot of work to prove to a self entitled jerk that they do not own your property. Meanwhile, poor dog gets labeled as the problem because the jerk owner refuses to respect the property of others. If property owner asks dog owner to " please keep off the grass", rather than a simple "okay", they get a list of excuses (none of which are truly valid) and get labeled as "grouchy" or unfriendly. Good, responsible dog owners never allow their dogs on someone else's property without permission from the owner before hand.

[MrFlorida]

I see most dog owners pick up their droppings, but I also see the little poop bags left at the curb, I guess the magic poop collector gets these .... or maybe not...

[billethkid]

MOST dog owners do what is right.
And just like all other "reporting" these days the isolated or minority (not race) incidents are presented as if a general condition (not inferring that is what the OP has done).

[kcrazorbackfan]

Lets get real. The Villages is also the world leader as the largest "Dog Park" in the world. It seems like every where you go in the villages you are subject to dogs and their relieving themselves. They are at the Mail Stations which is used as a Dog Park. They are also in all of the Squares using whatever bush or tree is available. Lets not forget everybody's lawn, and god forgive the area's around the Shuffle Boards, just outside swimming pools and the open spaces around club houses. I am sure I am leaving some out but this is a start. We are dog lovers and in fact had one for years and would never think of allowing him to relieve himself outside our own property or at a self in closed dog park. When we see someone allowing their dog to use a private property (lawn, etc.) we are amazed there are people who are so within them selves that they totally disregard the other person rights and privacy. At Lake Sumter we watched a dog relieve itself in a small area of shrubs and a little while later two workers from the Villages get down and weed the
same area without gloves. Dog's do carry bacteria and can spread or create infections.
Now, I know that every dog lover will be outraged that anyone would challenge the right
for them to use other people's property for a outhouse for dogs. As I said we owned dogs
for many many years and always considered the other person. Since there is no law which protects the general and private property of others this behavior will most likely
not change and we must endure the behavior in the future. All those dog owners who respect other THANKS, those that don't SHAME. :ho:

And here it freaking goes again.

Some of you just like hearing yourself barf.

[Bilyclub]

And here it freaking goes again.

Some of you just like hearing yourself barf.



It's just wishful thinking that the offender's would see the errors in their ways.

[jbartle1]

Maybe, they will read this post and change their ways, naahhh, wishful thinking

[Djean1981]

I love dogs, but g r o s s....

[Joeint]

Next up a Costco thread

[Bjeanj]

Oh good. Another dog poop thread.

[fdpaq0580]

Oh good. Another dog poop thread.

Lot more entertaining than another covid thread. 😆

[John-US]

Go to the FRESH FARMERS markets -- it's like a dog parade.. why on EARTH do you take them?? stroll them around in little wagons etc. (have you regressed back to taking care of a child?)

I witnessed a lady in PUBLIX with a poodle with a SERVICE DOG jacket- YEAH RIGHT !

When will society wake up? These poop monsters need to be treated like canine.. remember when humans were the superior race?

[JSR22]

Go to the FRESH FARMERS markets -- it's like a dog parade.. why on EARTH do you take them?? stroll them around in little wagons etc. (have you regressed back to taking care of a child?)

I witnessed a lady in PUBLIX with a poodle with a SERVICE DOG jacket- YEAH RIGHT !

When will society wake up? These poop monsters need to be treated like canine.. remember when humans were the superior race?

There is nothing wrong taking your dog outside for a walk in a public space. If people have so many problems dealing with dogs they should have moved to a community that does not allow pets.

[John-US]

Last I looked we have ZERO grass at Brownwood.. or in publix. Why are we walking dogs in these areas? Didn't they build dog parks for this reason? If nobody is using them I say put more homes in and get more taxes and fees then.

[Djean1981]

I don't have an issue with dogs, but in the grocery store...? I don't think dogs need to be in stores or restaurants. Maybe I'm just old fashioned.

[JSR22]

I don't have an issue with dogs, but in the grocery store...? I don't think dogs need to be in stores or restaurants. Maybe I'm just old fashioned.

I do take my dog to restaurants with outside seating. Never to the supermarket.

[coffeebean]

Actually, laws do exist. They, unfortunately, are seldom enforced except when a property owner builds a case, gathers evidence and brings in law enforcement. Lot of work to prove to a self entitled jerk that they do not own your property. Meanwhile, poor dog gets labeled as the problem because the jerk owner refuses to respect the property of others. If property owner asks dog owner to " please keep off the grass", rather than a simple "okay", they get a list of excuses (none of which are truly valid) and get labeled as "grouchy" or unfriendly. Good, responsible dog owners never allow their dogs on someone else's property without permission from the owner before hand.

Who in their right mind would give permission for any pet to use their property as the pet's private bathroom? I'm like the OP......owned a dog for over 34 years (two different dogs) and not once ever let them relieve themselves on anyone's property. We had a potty area on our property and that was where the dogs relieved themselves 99% of the time. If ever I was walking with them in the street and they gravitated towards someone's property to do their business, I would pull them back into the street to poop or pee. I always picked up after the dogs. Why can't all dog owners respect other people's property like I always did?

[coffeebean]

Lot more entertaining than another covid thread. 😆

I LOVE the Covid threads. Gets my juices going.

[coffeebean]

There is nothing wrong taking your dog outside for a walk in a public space. If people have so many problems dealing with dogs they should have moved to a community that does not allow pets.

Who ever said it is wrong to take dogs out for a walk in public spaces? That is not what is being said in this thread. It is a all about the dog poop that is left behind in those public spaces.

[coffeebean]

I don't have an issue with dogs, but in the grocery store...? I don't think dogs need to be in stores or restaurants. Maybe I'm just old fashioned.

I can not agree with you more. Where do they think they are, France?????

[Tom52]

MOST dog owners do what is right.
And just like all other "reporting" these days the isolated or minority (not race) incidents are presented as if a general condition (not inferring that is what the OP has done).

What is your definition of "..what is right"? Does that mean a.) to not allow a dog to use other people's property, or do you mean b.) allowing the dog to use other people's property but always picking up afterward?

If you mean a.) I have to disagree because most people we encounter on our daily walks do encourage their dogs to use neighbor's property. My corner lot is used as the neighborhood dog toilet. If you mean b.) I would agree most dog owners pick up after their dog, but definitely not all.

[JSR22]

Who ever said it is wrong to take dogs out for a walk in public spaces? That is not what is being said in this thread. It is a all about the dog poop that is left behind in those public spaces.

Wrong. The poster does not like dogs at the farmers market and supermarkets. Dogs are much more interesting than the virus.

[Bjeanj]

Lot more entertaining than another covid thread. 😆

You’re not wrong. :ohdear::ohdear:

[JSR22]

You’re not wrong. :ohdear::ohdear:

Watching paint dry or grass grow is more entertaining than a COVID thread.

[Tom52]

MOST dog owners do what is right.
And just like all other "reporting" these days the isolated or minority (not race) incidents are presented as if a general condition (not inferring that is what the OP has done).

What is your definition of "..what is right"? Does that mean a.) to not allow a dog to use other people's property, or do you mean b.) allowing the dog to use other people's property but always picking up afterward?

If you mean a.) I have to disagree because most people we encounter on our daily walks do encourage their dogs to use neighbor's property. My corner lot is used as the neighborhood dog toilet. If you mean b.) I would agree most dog owners pick up after their dog, but definitely not all.

[fdpaq0580]

There is nothing wrong taking your dog outside for a walk in a public space. If people have so many problems dealing with dogs they should have moved to a community that does not allow pets.

That depends on what you mean by "a walk". If you mean a brisk walk where both dog and owner are side by side walking together and focused on the mission of getting some good aerobic exercise, then I agree. But, if you mean ambling down the street while the dog wanders onto other people's property to sniff, snoop, pee and poop, then I disagree for there is something definitely wrong there.
You see, most don't have problems with dogs. They have problems dealing with self entitled dog owners that seem to feel that "because I love my dog, the rest of the world has to love my dog too and I can do anything I please". And, imho, suggesting that those who don't appreciate the ongoing issues with dogs and their owners should move is really just a bit arrogant. I would alternatively suggest that all the folks who complain really only wish that dog owners would begin to reflect on their own behaviours and start treating their neighbors, their property and the community with respect and stop turning every place they go into a puppy potty.

[fdpaq0580]

Who in their right mind would give permission for any pet to use their property as the pet's private bathroom? I'm like the OP......owned a dog for over 34 years (two different dogs) and not once ever let them relieve themselves on anyone's property. We had a potty area on our property and that was where the dogs relieved themselves 99% of the time. If ever I was walking with them in the street and they gravitated towards someone's property to do their business, I would pull them back into the street to poop or pee. I always picked up after the dogs. Why can't all dog owners respect other people's property like I always did?

I'm also a former dog owner, and the behaviours of some of the dog owners, those who consider themselves "responsible" dog owners truly confounds me. The justifications and excuses are just unbelievable sometimes.

[EdFNJ]

Who ever said it is wrong to take dogs out for a walk in public spaces? That is not what is being said in this thread. It is a all about the dog poop that is left behind in those public spaces.
Even when they pick up their dog's crap from MY lawn it still leaves a lot behind and still is easy to step on and bring in the house. Then there are even the "great pretenders" who look around then bend over complete with plastic bag like they are picking it up then leave it. One guy here walks his BIG dog unleashed (he has the leash in his hands) and the dog roams all over people's lawns. I like dogs but don't have one to avoid having to pick up it's last meal all day.

[Bitsee]

BLAH, BLAH, BLAH...Well I'm offended by the drunk people in the squares, I'm offended by the stinking cigarette smokers, AND I'm offended by the stinking gas golf cart fumes !!!
Where's my consideration ??

[Bilyclub]

I do take my dog to restaurants with outside seating. Never to the supermarket.

Dogs are not allowed in restaurants, including outside seating in Sumter County.

[Fredster]

BLAH, BLAH, BLAH...Well I'm offended by the drunk people in the squares, I'm offended by the stinking cigarette smokers, AND I'm offended by the stinking gas golf cart fumes !!!
Where's my consideration ??

This kind of attitude is why the dogs get a bad rap!

[Fredster]

MOST dog owners do what is right.
And just like all other "reporting" these days the isolated or minority (not race) incidents are presented as if a general condition (not inferring that is what the OP has done).

Your statement just does not equate with reality,
but nice try!

[CFrance]

Dogs are not allowed in restaurants, including outside seating in Sumter County.
Not true.
FL - Restaurant - 509.233. Public food service establishment requirements; local exemption for dogs | Animal Legal & Historical Center (https://www.animallaw.info/statute/fl-restaurant-509233-public-food-service-establishment-requirements-local-exemption-dogs)
and
https://www.bringfido.com/restaurant/city/sumter_sc_us/

[JMintzer]

And here it freaking goes again.

Some of you just like hearing yourself barf.

Oh, stop complaining...

We haven;'t had a good "dog poop bitchfest" for what, 2 weeks now?

[EdFNJ]

Dogs are not allowed in restaurants, including outside seating in Sumter County. That MAY or may not be true according to this article. I am only GUESSING that these local places did NOT apply for permits, but maybe they did? I also doubt they are aware it is required unless Sumter or The Villages has a blanket permit but I kind of doubt that.

No Dogs Allowed, Mostly - Brewers' Law (https://brewerslaw.com/no-dogs-allowed-mostly/)

FOR SOME RESTAURANTS AND BARS, DOGS NOT EVEN ALLOWED ON THE PATIO
Florida laws and regulations, and their enforcement, are fairly consistent for restaurants and bars when it comes to prohibiting live animals inside the dining area. Things get much less consistent when it comes to the patio.

For restaurants, there is a clear statutory path to allowing dogs onto their patios. Florida Statutes Section 509.233 specifically authorizes local governments to allow dogs (but no other pets) in the outdoor portions of public food service establishments. Under this statute, several Florida municipalities–including the City of Orlando, the City of St. Petersburg, and Sarasota County–have created “Doggy Dining” programs. Restaurants that apply for a permit (and pay the requisite permit fee) are thus allowed to invite dogs (and their owners) onto the patios. Taprooms and tasting rooms that have a Public Food Service (PFS) license issued by the Division of Hotels and Restaurant should check with the permits office of their local government to determine whether a dog-friendly dining program exists in that community.

__________________________________________________ _______

This is Florida Statute 509.233
Statutes & Constitution
:View Statutes
:

Online Sunshine (http://www.leg.state.fl.us/statutes/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&URL=0500-0599/0509/Sections/0509.233.html#:~:text=Employees%20shall%20be%20pro hibited%20from,wash%20their%20hands%20before%20eat ing).

(b)In order to protect the health, safety, and general welfare of the public, the local exemption procedure shall require participating public food service establishments to apply for and receive a permit from the governing body of the local government before allowing patrons’ dogs on their premises. The local government shall require from the applicant such information as the local government deems reasonably necessary to enforce the provisions of this section, but shall require, at a minimum, the following information:

[EdFNJ]

Not true.
FL - Restaurant - 509.233. Public food service establishment requirements; local exemption for dogs | Animal Legal & Historical Center (https://www.animallaw.info/statute/fl-restaurant-509233-public-food-service-establishment-requirements-local-exemption-dogs)
and

https://www.bringfido.com/restaurant/city/sumter_sc_us/
Your second link is to SUMTER COUNTY SOUTH CAROLINA. Your text is correct though but read the entire law linked above this post

[Bilyclub]

Not true.
FL - Restaurant - 509.233. Public food service establishment requirements; local exemption for dogs | Animal Legal & Historical Center (https://www.animallaw.info/statute/fl-restaurant-509233-public-food-service-establishment-requirements-local-exemption-dogs)
and
https://www.bringfido.com/restaurant/city/sumter_sc_us/


I could not find any laws or codes for Sumter County that allow an exemption for dogs, or any language for issuing the required permits.

#1 I have not seen the requirements being met along with the proper signage in any restaurants here. Out of curiosity I will start asking restaurants if they allow dogs and if they have the permit.

#2 Your link is for Sumter County South Carolina.

[JSR22]

Dogs are not allowed in restaurants, including outside seating in Sumter County.

They are allowed in Sumter County and I will continue to take my dog to outside seating at restaurants! There are several Sumter restaurants that have dog menus!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Bilyclub]

They are allowed in Sumter County and I will continue to take my dog to outside seating at restaurants! There are several Sumter restaurants that have dog menus!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Can you cite the Sumter County ordinance exempting it from Florida Law? Florida Health will be open tomorrow with the definitive answer.

I found this in a thread from 2013:
Permits for dogs on outdoor patios. Presently, Cody’s Road House in Lake Sumter Landings in The Villages is the only restaurant in Sumter County permitted under Section 13-735 of the Land Development Code. If you have visited Cody’s Road House and believe they are not complying with the requirements of their permit, please also let me know and I will assign an inspector to review their compliance.


Also Florida 13-653 states the following:
h.A sign or signs reminding employees of the applicable rules shall be posted on premises in a manner and place as determined by the local permitting authority.i.A sign or signs reminding patrons of the applicable rules shall be posted on premises in a manner and place as determined by the local permitting authority.j.A sign or signs shall be posted in a manner and place as determined by the local permitting authority that places the public on notice that the designated outdoor area is available for the use of patrons and patron's dogs.

[Bethwill]

Walks are normal...for exercise. No need to be in other peoples' yards.

[Alie222]

Allow your dogs to only "go" on lawns where it seems like no one is home.🤫👌🏾

[Travelhunter123]

I don't have an issue with dogs, but in the grocery store...? I don't think dogs need to be in stores or restaurants. Maybe I'm just old fashioned.

Dogs in restaurants are the worst.

[Travelhunter123]

I do take my dog to restaurants with outside seating. Never to the supermarket.

May I ask why?

[Travelhunter123]

Who in their right mind would give permission for any pet to use their property as the pet's private bathroom? I'm like the OP......owned a dog for over 34 years (two different dogs) and not once ever let them relieve themselves on anyone's property. We had a potty area on our property and that was where the dogs relieved themselves 99% of the time. If ever I was walking with them in the street and they gravitated towards someone's property to do their business, I would pull them back into the street to poop or pee. I always picked up after the dogs. Why can't all dog owners respect other people's property like I always did?

I wish you were my neighbor

[GRACEALLEMAN]

Lets get real. The Villages is also the world leader as the largest "Dog Park" in the world. It seems like every where you go in the villages you are subject to dogs and their relieving themselves. They are at the Mail Stations which is used as a Dog Park. They are also in all of the Squares using whatever bush or tree is available. Lets not forget everybody's lawn, and god forgive the area's around the Shuffle Boards, just outside swimming pools and the open spaces around club houses. I am sure I am leaving some out but this is a start. We are dog lovers and in fact had one for years and would never think of allowing him to relieve himself outside our own property or at a self in closed dog park. When we see someone allowing their dog to use a private property (lawn, etc.) we are amazed there are people who are so within them selves that they totally disregard the other person rights and privacy. At Lake Sumter we watched a dog relieve itself in a small area of shrubs and a little while later two workers from the Villages get down and weed the
same area without gloves. Dog's do carry bacteria and can spread or create infections.
Now, I know that every dog lover will be outraged that anyone would challenge the right
for them to use other people's property for a outhouse for dogs. As I said we owned dogs
for many many years and always considered the other person. Since there is no law which protects the general and private property of others this behavior will most likely
not change and we must endure the behavior in the future. All those dog owners who respect other THANKS, those that don't SHAME. :ho:
We totally agree with everything you said. As Long as there are people that will own dogs they will let them go to the bathroom any place that they want Is whether it be a neighbor's yard or a venue where children would walk or play. And then they sheepishly pull out their little plastic bag and pick up the oozing warm substance. Just because they pick up where the dog went to the bathroom doesn't mean that this stuff left over. We used to own a dog also. Just because you own a dog doesn't mean that you're privileged to let it go any place that it wants.

[Travelhunter123]

Lets get real. The Villages is also the world leader as the largest "Dog Park" in the world. It seems like every where you go in the villages you are subject to dogs and their relieving themselves. They are at the Mail Stations which is used as a Dog Park. They are also in all of the Squares using whatever bush or tree is available. Lets not forget everybody's lawn, and god forgive the area's around the Shuffle Boards, just outside swimming pools and the open spaces around club houses. I am sure I am leaving some out but this is a start. We are dog lovers and in fact had one for years and would never think of allowing him to relieve himself outside our own property or at a self in closed dog park. When we see someone allowing their dog to use a private property (lawn, etc.) we are amazed there are people who are so within them selves that they totally disregard the other person rights and privacy. At Lake Sumter we watched a dog relieve itself in a small area of shrubs and a little while later two workers from the Villages get down and weed the
same area without gloves. Dog's do carry bacteria and can spread or create infections.
Now, I know that every dog lover will be outraged that anyone would challenge the right
for them to use other people's property for a outhouse for dogs. As I said we owned dogs
for many many years and always considered the other person. Since there is no law which protects the general and private property of others this behavior will most likely
not change and we must endure the behavior in the future. All those dog owners who respect other THANKS, those that don't SHAME. :ho:

Well said….Do you have an opinion on owners who do not use a leash?

[GRACEALLEMAN]

There is nothing wrong taking your dog outside for a walk in a public space. If people have so many problems dealing with dogs they should have moved to a community that does not allow pets.

Lonely people get dogs and dress them up like their children. Weird strange psychotic

[GRACEALLEMAN]

Well said….Do you have an opinion on owners who do not use a leash?
There are a lot of lonely people here that get dogs to replace their kids in their grandkids. However dogs are not people it's not people. They should not be giving privileges and walking inside grocery stores and other areas. A dog licks its blah blah blah blah blah to clean itself. Dog should not be allowed to be in strollers. A dog likes to walk. Not put in a baby stroller . I agree that it's a strange weird thing to see. We once were on a cruise ship, and we saw a woman taking a dog onto the ship and letting it poop on the putt putt golf greens where people play putt putt golf. There were children running around on the golf greens and she let the dog poop. Where else is a dog gonna go on a cruise ship? We wondered about that afterwards where she was taken And how she got on the ship with a dog.

[GRACEALLEMAN]

Lets get real. The Villages is also the world leader as the largest "Dog Park" in the world. It seems like every where you go in the villages you are subject to dogs and their relieving themselves. They are at the Mail Stations which is used as a Dog Park. They are also in all of the Squares using whatever bush or tree is available. Lets not forget everybody's lawn, and god forgive the area's around the Shuffle Boards, just outside swimming pools and the open spaces around club houses. I am sure I am leaving some out but this is a start. We are dog lovers and in fact had one for years and would never think of allowing him to relieve himself outside our own property or at a self in closed dog park. When we see someone allowing their dog to use a private property (lawn, etc.) we are amazed there are people who are so within them selves that they totally disregard the other person rights and privacy. At Lake Sumter we watched a dog relieve itself in a small area of shrubs and a little while later two workers from the Villages get down and weed the
same area without gloves. Dog's do carry bacteria and can spread or create infections.
Now, I know that every dog lover will be outraged that anyone would challenge the right
for them to use other people's property for a outhouse for dogs. As I said we owned dogs
for many many years and always considered the other person. Since there is no law which protects the general and private property of others this behavior will most likely
not change and we must endure the behavior in the future. All those dog owners who respect other THANKS, those that don't SHAME. :ho:
We totally agree with everything you said. As Long as there are people that will own dogs they will let them go to the bathroom any place that they want Is whether it be a neighbor's yard or a venue where children would walk or play. And then they sheepishly pull out their little plastic bag and pick up the oozing warm substance. Just because they pick up where the dog went to the bathroom doesn't mean that this stuff left over. We used to own a dog also. Just because you own a dog doesn't mean that you're privileged to let it go any place that it wants.

[GRACEALLEMAN]

Lets get real. The Villages is also the world leader as the largest "Dog Park" in the world. It seems like every where you go in the villages you are subject to dogs and their relieving themselves. They are at the Mail Stations which is used as a Dog Park. They are also in all of the Squares using whatever bush or tree is available. Lets not forget everybody's lawn, and god forgive the area's around the Shuffle Boards, just outside swimming pools and the open spaces around club houses. I am sure I am leaving some out but this is a start. We are dog lovers and in fact had one for years and would never think of allowing him to relieve himself outside our own property or at a self in closed dog park. When we see someone allowing their dog to use a private property (lawn, etc.) we are amazed there are people who are so within them selves that they totally disregard the other person rights and privacy. At Lake Sumter we watched a dog relieve itself in a small area of shrubs and a little while later two workers from the Villages get down and weed the
same area without gloves. Dog's do carry bacteria and can spread or create infections.
Now, I know that every dog lover will be outraged that anyone would challenge the right
for them to use other people's property for a outhouse for dogs. As I said we owned dogs
for many many years and always considered the other person. Since there is no law which protects the general and private property of others this behavior will most likely
not change and we must endure the behavior in the future. All those dog owners who respect other THANKS, those that don't SHAME. :ho:
There are a lot of lonely people here that get dogs to replace their kids and their grandkids. However dogs are not people... They should not be giving privileges and walking inside grocery stores and other areas. A dog licks its blah blah blah blah blah to clean itself. Dog should not be allowed to be in strollers. A dog likes to walk. Not put in a baby stroller . I agree that it's a strange weird thing to see. We once were on a cruise ship, and we saw a woman taking a dog onto the ship and letting it poop on the putt putt golf greens where people play putt putt golf. There were children running around on the golf greens and she let the dog poop. Where else is a dog gonna go on a cruise ship? We wondered about that afterwards where she was taken it... And how she got on the ship with a dog.

[Love2Swim]

I don't have an issue with dogs, but in the grocery store...? I don't think dogs need to be in stores or restaurants. Maybe I'm just old fashioned.

I was in the grocery store and a woman had a dog in the little basket in the cart. Seriously? That is where people put FOOD. Gross.

[Watchdr@yahoo.com]

So you never use a public restroom? Because the dogs don’t have an actual restroom and outside is their restroom so when we take them for a walk and they have to go, outside is their public restroom just like a public restroom at a restaurant that you might use. I alway clean up after my dogs and if they could talk, I would tell them to use it before we take a walk but come on man, animals were on this earth using the bathroom in public areas way before you were around. I don’t believe that you ever owned a dog or there is no way you would say these things. I do wish everyone would clean up their dogs mess but you just sound like a guy who has to complain about something all the time. What is your next topic, the interstate is too loud and they should consider getting electric vehicles if they are going to pass by The Villages? Take a happy pill and enjoy life.

[christine J Toft]

Lets get real. The Villages is also the world leader as the largest "Dog Park" in the world. It seems like every where you go in the villages you are subject to dogs and their relieving themselves. They are at the Mail Stations which is used as a Dog Park. They are also in all of the Squares using whatever bush or tree is available. Lets not forget everybody's lawn, and god forgive the area's around the Shuffle Boards, just outside swimming pools and the open spaces around club houses. I am sure I am leaving some out but this is a start. We are dog lovers and in fact had one for years and would never think of allowing him to relieve himself outside our own property or at a self in closed dog park. When we see someone allowing their dog to use a private property (lawn, etc.) we are amazed there are people who are so within them selves that they totally disregard the other person rights and privacy. At Lake Sumter we watched a dog relieve itself in a small area of shrubs and a little while later two workers from the Villages get down and weed the
same area without gloves. Dog's do carry bacteria and can spread or create infections.
Now, I know that every dog lover will be outraged that anyone would challenge the right
for them to use other people's property for a outhouse for dogs. As I said we owned dogs
for many many years and always considered the other person. Since there is no law which protects the general and private property of others this behavior will most likely
not change and we must endure the behavior in the future. All those dog owners who respect other THANKS, those that don't SHAME. :ho:
Agree... One of my "pet" peeves is the person walking their dog on other villager's yards. They do have their own yard, do they not? Maybe they strive to have the prettiest yard in the neighborhood? My dog uses his yard only. I see people at the mail stations all the time, not cleaning up after their dog. We all love our pets. Let's respect the rest of the Villages population also.

[Don5154]

Lets get real. The Villages is also the world leader as the largest "Dog Park" in the world. It seems like every where you go in the villages you are subject to dogs and their relieving themselves. They are at the Mail Stations which is used as a Dog Park. They are also in all of the Squares using whatever bush or tree is available. Lets not forget everybody's lawn, and god forgive the area's around the Shuffle Boards, just outside swimming pools and the open spaces around club houses. I am sure I am leaving some out but this is a start. We are dog lovers and in fact had one for years and would never think of allowing him to relieve himself outside our own property or at a self in closed dog park. When we see someone allowing their dog to use a private property (lawn, etc.) we are amazed there are people who are so within them selves that they totally disregard the other person rights and privacy. At Lake Sumter we watched a dog relieve itself in a small area of shrubs and a little while later two workers from the Villages get down and weed the
same area without gloves. Dog's do carry bacteria and can spread or create infections.
Now, I know that every dog lover will be outraged that anyone would challenge the right
for them to use other people's property for a outhouse for dogs. As I said we owned dogs
for many many years and always considered the other person. Since there is no law which protects the general and private property of others this behavior will most likely
not change and we must endure the behavior in the future. All those dog owners who respect other THANKS, those that don't SHAME. :ho:

You said it all....
:clap2:

[MandoMan]

I see most dog owners pick up their droppings, but I also see the little poop bags left at the curb, I guess the magic poop collector gets these .... or maybe not...

Some dogs do their thing early in a walk. The proceeds are picked up and bagged. Some of these bags are set down on a curb. The walk continues. Generally people pick up these bags in a few minutes on their way home with their dogs.

[Don5154]

And here it freaking goes again.

Some of you just like hearing yourself barf.

Poster made good and true points....what’s wrong with their point of view?

[whound68]

I really want to know how you stopped your dog at an enclosed dog park.

[BumpaOompa]

And here it freaking goes again.

Some of you just like hearing yourself barf.

And why does it keep coming up? Because it’s a real problem in TV. Most pet owners, in my experience, are disrespectful of others property. Quit using other peoples yards for toilets.

[Dlbonivich]

I do not feel safe at a dog park with my 5 lb. Dog. I pick up after him. Sometimes it is hard because it is hard to find in the tall grass. He looks like he is peeing everywhere, but in reality they are dry leg lifts. So even if he goes before we leave home he is lifting everywhere. I feel I have as much right to bring him to common areas as you think I shouldn’t. I do not see any rules saying otherwise. If you don’t like dogs go somewhere they do not allow them. I used to live in a place like that and I followed the rules. Now I live here and I follow the rules too.

[Bay Kid]

I love my concrete dog. He is perfect in every way, except he is a little heavy.

[BeaverIslandGuy]

We haven't seen one of these "Dog Poop" posts for quite some time. Thanks for giving people something to react to once again.

[fdpaq0580]

So you never use a public restroom? Because the dogs don’t have an actual restroom and outside is their restroom so when we take them for a walk and they have to go, outside is their public restroom just like a public restroom at a restaurant that you might use. I alway clean up after my dogs and if they could talk, I would tell them to use it before we take a walk but come on man, animals were on this earth using the bathroom in public areas way before you were around. I don’t believe that you ever owned a dog or there is no way you would say these things. I do wish everyone would clean up their dogs mess but you just sound like a guy who has to complain about something all the time. What is your next topic, the interstate is too loud and they should consider getting electric vehicles if they are going to pass by The Villages? Take a happy pill and enjoy life.

Dogs can hold it just like you can. When they can't, they can go in the street gutter, not on neighbor's lawn. Problem solved. Easier to pick up solid waste, dog is relieved, neighbor's lawn has not been violated.

[Old Bob]

I do take my dog to restaurants with outside seating. Never to the supermarket.

I saw a couple with their dog at an outside restaurant, but the dog was sitting in a chair! I don't want to sit in a chair to eat, that a dog has been sitting in.

[CCollins]

Saw people outside at Glenview with a large bull dog sitting on a cushioned chair drooling away. The other night a woman was dancing around to each table at the covered outside area at Cody's with a dog in her arms like we all wanted to pat it. Dogs do not belong in restaurants, grocery stores and places like Marshalls. I've seen dogs sitting in carts where the next person may be putting clothes in there to try on. Disgusting! Leave the dogs at home.. And yes, I love dogs and have owned a few myself.

[Luggage]

I am outraged I tell you OUTRAGED .. :> :>

[Mlogan22@tampabay.rr.com]

Just because you owned a dog doesn’t make you a good owner.

[fdpaq0580]

Just because you owned a dog doesn’t make you a good owner.

True enough. And your sentence goes both ways.

[Speedie]

I suspect that the complainers here do not have any dogs

Dogs are wonderful companions 24/7. All they want is love.

Some dogs are trained to do special tasks to help their owner. You might not be aware just by walking past theme.

Downside is that even very well trained dogs sometimes have to go while out away from home. Just like humans, when you gotta go you gotta go.

Enjoy your day… i am taking my dog friend out for a walk now

[airstreamingypsy]

I'm not enraged, I'm bored by another whiney dog complaint post. Dogs are here to stay, I suggest you learn to deal with it.

[JSR22]

I'm not enraged, I'm bored by another whiney dog complaint post. Dogs are here to stay, I suggest you learn to deal with it.

Exactly. I they don't want to have pets around purchase in a community that does not allow pets. They move here knowing it is pet friendly and they whine.

[Seasonal]

There is nothing wrong taking your dog outside for a walk in a public space. If people have so many problems dealing with dogs they should have moved to a community that does not allow pets.

I agree that dogs should be on leashes when off their property and not in a dog park. Owners should also be vigilant about picking up after them. Not sure how to stop a dog from taking a wiz on a bush or fire hydrant. Didn't even know that this was a problem until I found this forum.

If you look at available property in Florida, a lot of condos exclude all pets. Some members here should have a look. On your lifestyle visits, did you not notice the dogs? Did your sales person not mention all the dog parks? What were you thinking by moving here and expecting no dogs? Really?

Moving to The Villages and complaining continuously about the dogs is kind of like moving to Florida and complaining about the heat. No one wants to hear it.

[DaleDivine]

I'm not enraged, I'm bored by another whiney dog complaint post. Dogs are here to stay, I suggest you learn to deal with it.

Yep, me and my dog aren't going anywhere. But I live in a CYV and she does her business in our yard. We've never been on a walk about.
:doggie::doggie:

[fdpaq0580]

I suspect that the complainers here do not have any dogs

Dogs are wonderful companions 24/7. All they want is love.

Some dogs are trained to do special tasks to help their owner. You might not be aware just by walking past theme.

Downside is that even very well trained dogs sometimes have to go while out away from home. Just like humans, when you gotta go you gotta go.

Enjoy your day… i am taking my dog friend out for a walk now

As a former dog owner and dog lover I can assure you that ownership, past or present, has little to do with whether one has the right to invade another's space, property to usurp it for their own purposes. Too many dog owners do just that, trespass and take temporary ownership of another's property for their and their dogs entertainment and restroom activities. "Oh, I pick up after my dog" misses the point completely! You should Not have been there in the first place. Even dog owners don't appreciate having other dogs doing there business in their yard.
As for Service dogs, they are trained to stay at their masters side. Alert dogs stay with their masters. Emotional support dogs provide the same support as Linus's blanket or a child's teddy bear, and don't belong in the neighbor's yard either.
Hope you and your friend have an enjoyable walk. Keep each other safe.
☺

[JSR22]

I agree that dogs should be on leashes when off their property and not in a dog park. Owners should also be vigilant about picking up after them. Not sure how to stop a dog from taking a wiz on a bush or fire hydrant. Didn't even know that this was a problem until I found this forum.

If you look at available property in Florida, a lot of condos exclude all pets. Some members here should have a look. On your lifestyle visits, did you not notice the dogs? Did your sales person not mention all the dog parks? What were you thinking by moving here and expecting no dogs? Really?

Moving to The Villages and complaining continuously about the dogs is kind of like moving to Florida and complaining about the heat. No one wants to hear it.

Nailed it!

[Win1894]

I see most dog owners pick up their droppings, but I also see the little poop bags left at the curb, I guess the magic poop collector gets these .... or maybe not...

Yes, occasionally there will be a bag left at the curb and almost always it is collected when the dog walker returns from what might have been a very long walk. It's possible (but probably rare) that a bag is forgotten (this is The Villages after all) but at least they had the decency to bag it rather than leave it on someone's lawn.

[jimjamuser]

Go to the FRESH FARMERS markets -- it's like a dog parade.. why on EARTH do you take them?? stroll them around in little wagons etc. (have you regressed back to taking care of a child?)

I witnessed a lady in PUBLIX with a poodle with a SERVICE DOG jacket- YEAH RIGHT !

When will society wake up? These poop monsters need to be treated like canine.. remember when humans were the superior race?
Working here in the dementia wards, my wife says that the women patients are given "baby dolls", which they cuddle and burp like their real children. So, dogs in baby carriages may be one stage before the dementia wards?

[JSR22]

Working here in the dementia wards, my wife says that the women patients are given "baby dolls", which they cuddle and burp like their real children. So, dogs in baby carriages may be one stage before the dementia wards?

I use to visit nursing homes in NJ and many women had baby dolls.

[fdpaq0580]

I Not sure how to stop a dog from taking a wiz on a bush or fire hydrant.

Seriously? Try your leash.
You see, if your dog is on a leash and the Bush or fire hydrant are in someone's lawn or flower bed, then your dog should not be able to get to it. Simple. Any child could understand that, I should think.

As I see it, the root of complaints about dogs is actually about those self entitled owners who knowingly, willingly usurp the neighbor's property for the purpose of their dogs recreation and toilet. God forbid one should complain about being taken advantage of for they will be met with arrogant statements like, "If you don't like it, move".
As long as dog owners abuse their neighbor's and community you can expect people to complain. It is not the dogs, it's the owners.

[jimjamuser]

Lot more entertaining than another covid thread. 😆
As to the "dog poop" issue....to the people that say, "not another dog poop story" - I say why has this one gone 6 pages already if no one is interested"?
.......as to the CV threads being boring or too frequent - I say that CV does NOT stop or stop changing so information about CV IS always CHANGING and until the US and the world are over 90% vaccinated, CV will be a problem. Now, that said, it IS possible that the OMICRON surge is leveling off due to fewer hosts. That is our HOPE. If that works out well, then the next HOPE is that a NEW CV variant does NOT develop. That makes 2 HOPES, when actions like vaccination MANDATES are really what is needed.
......So, it is EASY to see that asking for no further CV threads is a disaster like an ostrich faces when burning its head in sand!

[fdpaq0580]

Working here in the dementia wards, my wife says that the women patients are given "baby dolls", which they cuddle and burp like their real children. So, dogs in baby carriages may be one stage before the dementia wards?

Excellent point. I've often thought of an emotional support animal as providing the same service as Linus's blanket or a child's teddy bear. And, I pity those poor dogs.
There are a few older dogs that can't walk and a stroller allows one to take their dog out while they get exercise. Also, a dog in a stroller could provide a substitute for a walker for one with imbalance issues.
Just my thoughts.

[Bilyclub]

I saw a couple with their dog at an outside restaurant, but the dog was sitting in a chair! I don't want to sit in a chair to eat, that a dog has been sitting in.

That is clearly against the Florida Law.

e.Dogs shall not be allowed on chairs, tables, or other furnishings.

[fdpaq0580]

I am outraged I tell you OUTRAGED .. :> :>

You should be! You have every right to be!
😡😡😡

[Rapscallion St Croix]

...

[PennBF]

We were in our cart when we passed a lawn with a sign that said "Please No Dogs". A
person walking two dogs stopped while one dog smelled the sign and was heading for
the lawn on the leash she was holding. True story and a good example of the lack of
respect for others. :ho:

[fdpaq0580]

We were in our cart when we passed a lawn with a sign that said "Please No Dogs". A
person walking two dogs stopped while one dog smelled the sign and was heading for
the lawn on the leash she was holding. True story and a good example of the lack of
respect for others. :ho:

Thank you, very much, PennBF. A perfect example of a self entitled individual with no respect for others caught in action. Obviously NOT a responsible or capable dog owner. She shouldn't be allowed to own any dogs if she can't control them, imho.

[HoosierPa]

Lets get real. The Villages is also the world leader as the largest "Dog Park" in the world. It seems like every where you go in the villages you are subject to dogs and their relieving themselves. They are at the Mail Stations which is used as a Dog Park. They are also in all of the Squares using whatever bush or tree is available. Lets not forget everybody's lawn, and god forgive the area's around the Shuffle Boards, just outside swimming pools and the open spaces around club houses. I am sure I am leaving some out but this is a start. We are dog lovers and in fact had one for years and would never think of allowing him to relieve himself outside our own property or at a self in closed dog park. When we see someone allowing their dog to use a private property (lawn, etc.) we are amazed there are people who are so within them selves that they totally disregard the other person rights and privacy. At Lake Sumter we watched a dog relieve itself in a small area of shrubs and a little while later two workers from the Villages get down and weed the
same area without gloves. Dog's do carry bacteria and can spread or create infections.
Now, I know that every dog lover will be outraged that anyone would challenge the right
for them to use other people's property for a outhouse for dogs. As I said we owned dogs
for many many years and always considered the other person. Since there is no law which protects the general and private property of others this behavior will most likely
not change and we must endure the behavior in the future. All those dog owners who respect other THANKS, those that don't SHAME. :ho:

Owners have a responsibility to pick up after their dogs. With that being said, the majority of Seniors have a dog and dogs will be dogs. They have to walk for exercise and those who don’t like living in a community that allows dogs should move to a community who does not allow dogs. Don’t make life miserable for yourself and others by constantly complaining about “man’s best friend”

[HoosierPa]

Dogs can hold it just like you can. When they can't, they can go in the street gutter, not on neighbor's lawn. Problem solved. Easier to pick up solid waste, dog is relieved, neighbor's lawn has not been violated.

Get real. You are living in a dream world. Your precious grass will be fine.

[HoosierPa]

Who in their right mind would give permission for any pet to use their property as the pet's private bathroom? I'm like the OP......owned a dog for over 34 years (two different dogs) and not once ever let them relieve themselves on anyone's property. We had a potty area on our property and that was where the dogs relieved themselves 99% of the time. If ever I was walking with them in the street and they gravitated towards someone's property to do their business, I would pull them back into the street to poop or pee. I always picked up after the dogs. Why can't all dog owners respect other people's property like I always did?

Maybe other dogs are not as perfect as yours

[Fredster]

Maybe other dogs are not as perfect as yours

Or it could be that you haven’t bothered to train yours!
These threads are not really about dogs, they are about irresponsible and inconsiderate people!

[tklloop]

Dogs in restaurants are the worst.

NO,, old people who are obnoxious, drunk, or rude are the worst in restaurants!!

[Black Beauty]

I've heard there are more dogs in TV than people

[jimkerr]

Lets get real. The Villages is also the world leader as the largest "Dog Park" in the world. It seems like every where you go in the villages you are subject to dogs and their relieving themselves. They are at the Mail Stations which is used as a Dog Park. They are also in all of the Squares using whatever bush or tree is available. Lets not forget everybody's lawn, and god forgive the area's around the Shuffle Boards, just outside swimming pools and the open spaces around club houses. I am sure I am leaving some out but this is a start. We are dog lovers and in fact had one for years and would never think of allowing him to relieve himself outside our own property or at a self in closed dog park. When we see someone allowing their dog to use a private property (lawn, etc.) we are amazed there are people who are so within them selves that they totally disregard the other person rights and privacy. At Lake Sumter we watched a dog relieve itself in a small area of shrubs and a little while later two workers from the Villages get down and weed the
same area without gloves. Dog's do carry bacteria and can spread or create infections.
Now, I know that every dog lover will be outraged that anyone would challenge the right
for them to use other people's property for a outhouse for dogs. As I said we owned dogs
for many many years and always considered the other person. Since there is no law which protects the general and private property of others this behavior will most likely
not change and we must endure the behavior in the future. All those dog owners who respect other THANKS, those that don't SHAME. :ho:

Yet another old grump.

[Two Bills]

I agree that dogs should be on leashes when off their property and not in a dog park. Owners should also be vigilant about picking up after them. Not sure how to stop a dog from taking a wiz on a bush or fire hydrant. Didn't even know that this was a problem until I found this forum.

If you look at available property in Florida, a lot of condos exclude all pets. Some members here should have a look. On your lifestyle visits, did you not notice the dogs? Did your sales person not mention all the dog parks? What were you thinking by moving here and expecting no dogs? Really?

Moving to The Villages and complaining continuously about the dogs is kind of like moving to Florida and complaining about the heat. No one wants to hear it.

90+% of the complaints are not about the fact dogs are in TV, it's about the crappy owners (pun intended) who think they have the right to use any free space as a dog park.
Dogs are fine, it's the owners who need training.

[brianherlihy]

just keep your dogs at your home and you dont have to pick up the dog poop

[fdpaq0580]

Get real. You are living in a dream world. Your precious grass will be fine.

Get real indeed. Here we have another example of the someone who clearly intentionally ignores the problem, complaint and brushes off neighbor's as insignificant. The put down, the ridicule of other's legitimate concerns, and the arrogant brush-off.
"Get real". The problem is real.
"You are living in a dream world". No, I'm living in a world where neighbors don't respect the property of others.
"Your precious grass will be fine". Maybe, if you and others will stay off of it and quit trespassing and using it as a dog run and toilet.


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[kathy1516]

You know what I find appalling? All the kids that live here. Many should have leashes on and stay inside because they’re loud and noisy and obnoxious. They don’t respect my rights as an owner in a retirement community. Why should there be playgrounds here for them? Think of the money wasted when it could be used for more housing. Maybe add another house or two in its place. I also find “family pools” annoying. I live in a retirement community, why do they encourage kids here with family pools and playgrounds?
And where do you suppose those dirty diapers end up especially at the pool? Shouldn’t the sales people have warned buyers that it’s 20% or more kids here? I find this disgusting.

Ok dog haters. Get the point? Your whining is as stupid as thinking children shouldn’t be allowed here.

There are always two sides to everything. Please stop the constant whining about dogs. They are man’s best friend and perhaps more loyal than the two legged ones.

[JMintzer]

There are a lot of lonely people here that get dogs to replace their kids and their grandkids. However dogs are not people... They should not be giving privileges and walking inside grocery stores and other areas. A dog licks its blah blah blah blah blah to clean itself. Dog should not be allowed to be in strollers. A dog likes to walk. Not put in a baby stroller . I agree that it's a strange weird thing to see. We once were on a cruise ship, and we saw a woman taking a dog onto the ship and letting it poop on the putt putt golf greens where people play putt putt golf. There were children running around on the golf greens and she let the dog poop. Where else is a dog gonna go on a cruise ship? We wondered about that afterwards where she was taken it... And how she got on the ship with a dog.

We get it... You don't like dogs...

[JSR22]

May I ask why?

I take him because he enjoys being outside with me. He likes going for lunch and getting something to eat. He sits on the ground by my chair. He only weighs 11 pounds and does not get in anyone's way.

[JMintzer]

I agree that dogs should be on leashes when off their property and not in a dog park. Owners should also be vigilant about picking up after them. Not sure how to stop a dog from taking a wiz on a bush or fire hydrant. Didn't even know that this was a problem until I found this forum.

If you look at available property in Florida, a lot of condos exclude all pets. Some members here should have a look. On your lifestyle visits, did you not notice the dogs? Did your sales person not mention all the dog parks? What were you thinking by moving here and expecting no dogs? Really?

Moving to The Villages and complaining continuously about the dogs is kind of like moving to Florida and complaining about the heat. No one wants to hear it.

:bigbow::bigbow::bigbow::bigbow:

[Bilyclub]

You know what I find appalling? All the kids that live here. Many should have leashes on and stay inside because they’re loud and noisy and obnoxious. They don’t respect my rights as an owner in a retirement community. Why should there be playgrounds here for them? Think of the money wasted when it could be used for more housing. Maybe add another house or two in its place. I also find “family pools” annoying. I live in a retirement community, why do they encourage kids here with family pools and playgrounds?
And where do you suppose those dirty diapers end up especially at the pool? Shouldn’t the sales people have warned buyers that it’s 20% or more kids here? I find this disgusting.

Ok dog haters. Get the point? Your whining is as stupid as thinking children shouldn’t be allowed here.

There are always two sides to everything. Please stop the constant whining about dogs. They are man’s best friend and perhaps more loyal than the two legged ones.


Children are not here full time and they don't make up 20% of TV's population. Also children are limited to 30 days in one year. There is only one playground in TV I know of at LSL. You do know you are comparing human beings to animals. I'll wave to you next time I see you pushing the stroller around.

[fdpaq0580]

You know what I find appalling? All the kids that live here. Many should have leashes on and stay inside because they’re loud and noisy and obnoxious. They don’t respect my rights as an owner in a retirement community. Why should there be playgrounds here for them? Think of the money wasted when it could be used for more housing. Maybe add another house or two in its place. I also find “family pools” annoying. I live in a retirement community, why do they encourage kids here with family pools and playgrounds?
And where do you suppose those dirty diapers end up especially at the pool? Shouldn’t the sales people have warned buyers that it’s 20% or more kids here? I find this disgusting.

Ok dog haters. Get the point? Your whining is as stupid as thinking children shouldn’t be allowed here.

There are always two sides to everything. Please stop the constant whining about dogs. They are man’s best friend and perhaps more loyal than the two legged ones.

Humans to dogs = apples to oranges. You clearly don't or don't want to understand the real issue. It is about respect for your neighbor's property and the community we all share. It actually has little to nothing to do with liking or not liking dogs. I like dogs very much, but I hate seeing my neighbors letting, even guiding, them onto my yard to sniff, snoop, pee and poop. That is not the behaviour of a good neighbor, or of a responsible dog owner.

[unialimon]

Just the other day I caught a man walking away (approx 15 yards) from his dog's crap on the walking trail near Blue Heron mail station in Fenney. I asked if he forgot something, his response was, he was on his phone (yeah right) and I should get over it. Glad I had my camera ready. I do have pictures of this.

[fdpaq0580]

Just the other day I caught a man walking away (approx 15 yards) from his dog's crap on the walking trail near Blue Heron mail station in Fenney. I asked if he forgot something, his response was, he was on his phone (yeah right) and I should get over it. Glad I had my camera ready. I do have pictures of this.

What you witnessed was another example of a self entitled, self-important boor with no regard for neighbors, community or law. Sorry you had to witness this idiot acting his role of "pathetic excuse for a supposed civilized human being".
Thank you for sharing.

[jimjamuser]

Who in their right mind would give permission for any pet to use their property as the pet's private bathroom? I'm like the OP......owned a dog for over 34 years (two different dogs) and not once ever let them relieve themselves on anyone's property. We had a potty area on our property and that was where the dogs relieved themselves 99% of the time. If ever I was walking with them in the street and they gravitated towards someone's property to do their business, I would pull them back into the street to poop or pee. I always picked up after the dogs. Why can't all dog owners respect other people's property like I always did?
Actually, I don't have a "dog may poop" sign in my yard, but I have talked to some people walking their dog and I told them that they have my permission to let the dog do its thing in my yard. I see it as good for the grass. It is natural, at least. People and golf courses put TOO MUCH artificial fertilizer on their grass. It washes off with rain and then causes too much green slimy mold in the lakes!

[jimjamuser]

Wrong. The poster does not like dogs at the farmers market and supermarkets. Dogs are much more interesting than the virus.
At least one dog caught the virus in the US. And some animal in a zoo.

[jimjamuser]

BLAH, BLAH, BLAH...Well I'm offended by the drunk people in the squares, I'm offended by the stinking cigarette smokers, AND I'm offended by the stinking gas golf cart fumes !!!
Where's my consideration ??
I agree about the "stinking golf carts". The driver and their crew don't have to smell it because they are moving through clean air. It is people working in their yards that have to smell that awful stuff. I am hoping for electric golf cars to become popular!

[John-US]

I agree about the "stinking golf carts". The driver and their crew don't have to smell it because they are moving through clean air. It is people working in their yards that have to smell that awful stuff. I am hoping for electric golf cars to become popular!

Agree- TV should start a mandate to go GREEN with electric non smelly lawn mower style engines with 0 pollution. (now imagine) with the cooler temps and the fart box carts are closed up -- are the occupants inhaling these fumes and doing brain damage? (or do they already have it?)

[jimjamuser]

Saw people outside at Glenview with a large bull dog sitting on a cushioned chair drooling away. The other night a woman was dancing around to each table at the covered outside area at Cody's with a dog in her arms like we all wanted to pat it. Dogs do not belong in restaurants, grocery stores and places like Marshalls. I've seen dogs sitting in carts where the next person may be putting clothes in there to try on. Disgusting! Leave the dogs at home.. And yes, I love dogs and have owned a few myself.
The breed of bulldogs should be banned in the US. There are MUCH better breeds!

[Moderator]

Closed. Hopelessly off topic.

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