Dog walkers friendly

[MartinSE]

On our walk this morning we noticed a neighbor that had a water bowl and a container with treats out by the side of the road.

With summer coming up this is a great idea! Summer is very hard on small dogs walking on or near pavement, if more people put out water it would be nice.

When I we got home I put a water bowl out front and a sealed container with treats and poop bags in it.

[retiredguy123]

Nobody gives me treats when I walk around the neighborhood.

[fdpaq0580]

On our walk this morning we noticed a neighbor that had a water bowl and a container with treats out by the side of the road.

With summer coming up this is a great idea! Summer is very hard on small dogs walking on or near pavement, if more people put out water it would be nice.

When I we got home I put a water bowl out front and a sealed container with treats and poop bags in it.

Sure was nice of them. But the fact remains that YOUR dog is YOUR responsibility. No dog owner (I used to be one) should expect others to provide for their dog. Being a good and responsible dog owner means protecting and providing your dog. Don't expect neighbors to provide food, water, toilet facilities (that means "keep off the neighbors grass, no excuses!"), etc. When you got a dog (or any pet) you and you alone became responsible for it, 100% of the time.

[Bonanza]

On our walk this morning we noticed a neighbor that had a water bowl and a container with treats out by the side of the road.

With summer coming up this is a great idea! Summer is very hard on small dogs walking on or near pavement, if more people put out water it would be nice.

When I we got home I put a water bowl out front and a sealed container with treats and poop bags in it.

Kudos to you. What a rarity you are!

It's nice to read something favorable regarding dogs as opposed to poop and pee, get off my grass, and how terrible it is to see a dog in a store. :thumbup:

[fdpaq0580]

Nobody gives me treats when I walk around the neighborhood.

Try walking on all 4.?.?
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[Bilyclub]

Just get a stroller for your dog like the rest of the Villagers.

[fdpaq0580]

Kudos to you. What a rarity you are!

It's nice to read something favorable regarding dogs as opposed to poop and pee, get off my grass, and how terrible it is to see a dog in a store. :thumbup:

Not favorable about dogs. Favorable about people doing something nice for dogs.

[MartinSE]

Sure was nice of them. But the fact remains that YOUR dog is YOUR responsibility. No dog owner (I used to be one) should expect others to provide for their dog. Being a good and responsible dog owner means protecting and providing your dog. Don't expect neighbors to provide food, water, toilet facilities (that means "keep off the neighbors grass, no excuses!"), etc. When you got a dog (or any pet) you and you alone became responsible for it, 100% of the time.

Wow, just WOW!

I don't know how we got from a nice thing to do - considerate and friendly to that. I feel very sorry for you.

[MartinSE]

Kudos to you. What a rarity you are!

It's nice to read something favorable regarding dogs as opposed to poop and pee, get off my grass, and how terrible it is to see a dog in a store. :thumbup:

Thank you, I wish I could take credit for the idea, but I was just following another neighbors lead.

[jimbomaybe]

Try walking on all 4.?.?


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And pick up your own poop

[Bonanza]

On our walk this morning we noticed a neighbor that had a water bowl and a container with treats out by the side of the road.

With summer coming up this is a great idea! Summer is very hard on small dogs walking on or near pavement, if more people put out water it would be nice.

When I we got home I put a water bowl out front and a sealed container with treats and poop bags in it.

Sure was nice of them. But the fact remains that YOUR dog is YOUR responsibility. No dog owner (I used to be one) should expect others to provide for their dog. Being a good and responsible dog owner means protecting and providing your dog. Don't expect neighbors to provide food, water, toilet facilities (that means "keep off the neighbors grass, no excuses!"), etc. When you got a dog (or any pet) you and you alone became responsible for it, 100% of the time.

Your comment speaks volumes about the kind of dog owner you were.
The comment to which you refer has nothing to do with being a responsible dog owner.

It does have to do with being kind and considerate and a nice person.

"When you 'got' (sic) a dog . . ." Yeah, right. I get it 100%!
chilout

[MartinSE]

And pick up your own poop

Oh, darn, we are supposed to do that? I will go back and get my poop out of that yard!

[Ken Nelson]

Isn't amazing that someone is appraciative of anothers post that is negative? Makes me sad that lives are lived with this kind of anger.

[tophcfa]

One of our neighbors put out a doggie library. Need a stick take one, have an extra stick leave one. Gotta love it ������

[Ken Nelson]

Upon movinge here from across country (Oregon) I was warned about peopel who bitched about stuff like this....how sad. But The Villages is still a great place and people here are awesome....90% awesome 10% entitled.....Love being here!

[fdpaq0580]

Wow, just WOW!

I feel very sorry for you.

No need. I've had and loved several dogs over the years. Some of my neighbors loved my dogs, others didn't like dogs, some were distrustful of dogs or were afraid of them. Each had their own reason for their feelings. Their feelings and their reasons were their business and none of mine. I never assumed the privilege of trespassing onto their yard for any reason. Just reminding folks that not everyone loves dogs or their visits and not to be shocked by those who don't like their home being the daily doggie restroom, or like being approached by strange dogs.

[brianherlihy]

dog walkers are entitled. to use your lawn for dogs to du poop and water and kil grass

[JMintzer]

Sure was nice of them. But the fact remains that YOUR dog is YOUR responsibility. No dog owner (I used to be one) should expect others to provide for their dog. Being a good and responsible dog owner means protecting and providing your dog. Don't expect neighbors to provide food, water, toilet facilities (that means "keep off the neighbors grass, no excuses!"), etc. When you got a dog (or any pet) you and you alone became responsible for it, 100% of the time.

Who said (except you) that anyone should expect anything?

[Papa_lecki]

Nobody gives me treats when I walk around the neighborhood.

Walk by my place, I put a refrigerator with cold beer in it for the walkers. It’s hot and you need to stay hydrated.

[JMintzer]

No need. I've had and loved several dogs over the years. Some of my neighbors loved my dogs, others didn't like dogs, some were distrustful of dogs or were afraid of them. Each had their own reason for their feelings. Their feelings and their reasons were their business and none of mine. I never assumed the privilege of trespassing onto their yard for any reason. Just reminding folks that not everyone loves dogs or their visits and not to be shocked by those who don't like their home being the daily doggie restroom, or like being approached by strange dogs.

None of which was being promoted nor discussed in this thread until YOU brought it up...Again...

[JMintzer]

dog walkers are entitled. to use your lawn for dogs to du poop and water and kil grass

I stand corrected... This guy, too...

[Papa_lecki]

When I we got home I put a water bowl out front and a sealed container with treats and poop bags in it.

Is the water bowl considered a lawn ornament? You might get reported by the clipboard ladies?
(THIS IS HUMOR…….)

[JMintzer]

Walk by my place, I put a refrigerator with cold beer in it for the walkers. It’s hot and you need to stay hydrated.

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[OrangeBlossomBaby]

I think it's a great idea. I'll put out a bowl of fresh water at the end of the driveway, starting this week! I won't be funding someone else's dog treat supply though. We have neighbors who do that already, these pups around here are spoiled (and most of them are awesome)!

I just really wish the pet owners would put little booties on their pooch's feet, or have them walk their dogs on the grass instead of the pavement. If it's 80° outside, the blacktop is around 125°. Forcing them to walk on a hot blacktop road is cruel.

[fdpaq0580]

Your comment speaks volumes about the kind of dog owner you were.
The comment to which you refer has nothing to do with being a responsible dog owner.

It does have to do with being kind and considerate and a nice person.

"When you 'got' (sic) a dog . . ." Yeah, right. I get it 100%!
chilout

I have shared my life and home with 8 dogs over the years. When I got a dog it was either a gift I had asked for, purchased, adopted, rescued or inherited. I loved them all. As to my comment "speaks volumes about what kind of dog owner"I was, Thank You! However I got my dogs, I provided them with a safe and comfortable home with good food, plenty of fresh water, healthy treats and snacks, plenty of exercise, regular medical checkups, and loads of love.
Some of my neighbor's loved my dogs, others, not so much. Each had their own reasons for their feelings. When we went out, I carried water and treats as I preferred they not eat or drink from potentially contaminated sources (communal water bowls). I never let them approach anyone unless that person asked for interaction. My dogs never were allowed access to anyone yard. Never had anyone say a negative thing about my dogs. My dogs lived happy and healthy lives. I think I did just fine.
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[fdpaq0580]

None of which was being promoted nor discussed in this thread until YOU brought it up...Again...

I know! So glad I could help!

(You know it was only a matter of time. I just got here first ... This time)
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[fdpaq0580]

I think it's a great idea. I'll put out a bowl of fresh water at the end of the driveway, starting this week! I won't be funding someone else's dog treat supply though. We have neighbors who do that already, these pups around here are spoiled (and most of them are awesome)!

I just really wish the pet owners would put little booties on their pooch's feet, or have them walk their dogs on the grass instead of the pavement. If it's 80° outside, the blacktop is around 125°. Forcing them to walk on a hot blacktop road is cruel.

I agree. Walk early or walk late. In the heat of the day the dog would rather be at home and cool.
As to the water bowl, every car, cart, contractor that goes by will contaminate what will very quickly become hot water.

[billethkid]

Upon movinge here from across country (Oregon) I was warned about peopel who bitched about stuff like this....how sad. But The Villages is still a great place and people here are awesome....90% awesome 10% entitled.....Love being here!

Just keep remembering that isolated incidents reporting on TOTV (and most media outlets for that matter) are akin to making a banquet outta a ham sandwich!!

[Toymeister]

Isn't amazing that someone is appraciative of anothers post that is negative? Makes me sad that lives are lived with this kind of anger.

Utilizing the ignore feature on this forum is key to enjoying this forum.

[thevillages2013]

On our walk this morning we noticed a neighbor that had a water bowl and a container with treats out by the side of the road.

With summer coming up this is a great idea! Summer is very hard on small dogs walking on or near pavement, if more people put out water it would be nice.

When I we got home I put a water bowl out front and a sealed container with treats and poop bags in it.

So you have a dog ? Or were you just storing the treats and poop bags in case you decided to get a pooch. Also if you have a dog why didn’t you take “it” on the walk or did you and just failed to mention it. I’m calling BS on this post

[JMintzer]

I think it's a great idea. I'll put out a bowl of fresh water at the end of the driveway, starting this week! I won't be funding someone else's dog treat supply though. We have neighbors who do that already, these pups around here are spoiled (and most of them are awesome)!

I just really wish the pet owners would put little booties on their pooch's feet, or have them walk their dogs on the grass instead of the pavement. If it's 80° outside, the blacktop is around 125°. Forcing them to walk on a hot blacktop road is cruel.

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[fdpaq0580]

So you have a dog ? Or were you just storing the treats and poop bags in case you decided to get a pooch. Also if you have a dog why didn’t you take “it” on the walk or did you and just failed to mention it. I’m calling BS on this post

No "BS" imo. A lot of folks who take regular walks with significant family member or friend might say " our walk " be that companion human or canine. Dog or not, they noticed someone had put out some items for walkers. A very nice gesture.

[MartinSE]

I think it's a great idea. I'll put out a bowl of fresh water at the end of the driveway, starting this week! I won't be funding someone else's dog treat supply though. We have neighbors who do that already, these pups around here are spoiled (and most of them are awesome)!

I just really wish the pet owners would put little booties on their pooch's feet, or have them walk their dogs on the grass instead of the pavement. If it's 80° outside, the blacktop is around 125°. Forcing them to walk on a hot blacktop road is cruel.

So, true, I think it is mostly a problem with coming from cooler climates. Here the sun can rapidly heat the pavement until it will burn dogs feet.

[MartinSE]

So you have a dog ? Or were you just storing the treats and poop bags in case you decided to get a pooch. Also if you have a dog why didn’t you take “it” on the walk or did you and just failed to mention it. I’m calling BS on this post

I have a couple dogs. One I have mentioned previously, is a Great Pyrenees - a giant breed. He was our live stock guard dog, back when we lived in the country. He is not socialized, socializing a guard dog kind of defeats the purpose. We don't walk him on the streets because too many of our neighbors walk their tiny dogs, and if he got "excited" it might scare the little dogs owners - our neighbors.

But, you are welcome to come over and meet him anytime you want - just walk in to our backyard through the gate unannounced. I saw him chase a pack of coyotes away from our goats once, I expect he would enjoy meeting you.

But, thank you very much for calling me a lair, I hope you have a nice day.

[Petersweeney]

I’m sorry but if you put out water and treats for neighbors dog going for a walk - you have a screw loose or maybe a few (17 year dog owner)

[thevillages2013]

I’m sorry but if you put out water and treats for neighbors dog going for a walk - you have a screw loose or maybe a few (17 year dog owner)

You , Petersweeney have hit the nail right smack on the head. Bravo!:mademyday:

[Luggage]

Vodka or whiskey?

[BlkBlt6]

On our walk this morning we noticed a neighbor that had a water bowl and a container with treats out by the side of the road.

With summer coming up this is a great idea! Summer is very hard on small dogs walking on or near pavement, if more people put out water it would be nice.

When I we got home I put a water bowl out front and a sealed container with treats and poop bags in it.

It was very kind of the person who thought about pets by putting a water bowl out for them. I think I would be very careful to let your dog drink from a water bowl on the street. There is so much spraying that goes on the lawns with so many chemicals to kill weeds, fertilizer, kill red ants and so forth. Those chemicals can get in the water from the wind. Plus you don’t know how often the water bowls are washed and water changed. After saying that, boy what a kind soul to think of the animals.

[MandoMan]

Nobody gives me treats when I walk around the neighborhood.

I enjoyed a treat (thanks), but when I tried to pick up that big cup of water, it sloshed all over me. Too low for my old bones.

[diva1]

Sure was nice of them. But the fact remains that YOUR dog is YOUR responsibility. No dog owner (I used to be one) should expect others to provide for their dog. Being a good and responsible dog owner means protecting and providing your dog. Don't expect neighbors to provide food, water, toilet facilities (that means "keep off the neighbors grass, no excuses!"), etc. When you got a dog (or any pet) you and you alone became responsible for it, 100% of the time.

Geez...back off. All she said was how nice it was and she copied the idea. Don't worry...nobody says you have to do anything for their dog.

[Worldseries27]

As you've read above by now you know
1. No good deed goes
unpunished
2. Clip board ladies are on the
way. They're taking names
and numbers of all the
insurrectionists as soon as
their done viewing the
matrix
3. Plead the 5th.

[airstreamingypsy]

So you have a dog ? Or were you just storing the treats and poop bags in case you decided to get a pooch. Also if you have a dog why didn’t you take “it” on the walk or did you and just failed to mention it. I’m calling BS on this post

Wow, just wow....... this is an insane leap.

[lmrk32]

Sure was nice of them. But the fact remains that YOUR dog is YOUR responsibility. No dog owner (I used to be one) should expect others to provide for their dog. Being a good and responsible dog owner means protecting and providing your dog. Don't expect neighbors to provide food, water, toilet facilities (that means "keep off the neighbors grass, no excuses!"), etc. When you got a dog (or any pet) you and you alone became responsible for it, 100% of the time.

God, do you have to be such a humbug? Stop sucking the joy out of a nice gesture

[lmrk32]

Wow, just WOW!

I don't know how we got from a nice thing to do - considerate and friendly to that. I feel very sorry for you.

Exactly

[MollyJo]

Sure was nice of them. But the fact remains that YOUR dog is YOUR responsibility. No dog owner (I used to be one) should expect others to provide for their dog. Being a good and responsible dog owner means protecting and providing your dog. Don't expect neighbors to provide food, water, toilet facilities (that means "keep off the neighbors grass, no excuses!"), etc. When you got a dog (or any pet) you and you alone became responsible for it, 100% of the time.
#simplyshowingkindness

[DonnaNi4os]

On our walk this morning we noticed a neighbor that had a water bowl and a container with treats out by the side of the road.

With summer coming up this is a great idea! Summer is very hard on small dogs walking on or near pavement, if more people put out water it would be nice.

When I we got home I put a water bowl out front and a sealed container with treats and poop bags in it.

As a dog owner and dog lover this is a lovely idea. I hate to rain on the parade but there is a respiratory virus that is prevalent in southern Florida so I would avoid sharing water with dogs I don’t know. It is a lovely idea though.

[MartinSE]

As a dog owner and dog lover this is a lovely idea. I hate to rain on the parade but there is a respiratory virus that is prevalent in southern Florida so I would avoid sharing water with dogs I don’t know. It is a lovely idea though.

I think you are talking about canine parvovirus. It is prevalent in most "warm" places. Most vets will recommend the vaccine if it is prevalent in their area. And if a dog has it and is walked in your neighborhood, or dog park, it can spread easily from plants and grass and other surfaces where they do their business. Or if infected dogs "say hello" to a non-infected dog. It is a VERY contagious disease.

The water bowl IS another vector. If you put one out you should clean it daily for sure. If you are concerned for your dog, you should be very careful where you walk it. And, be very careful about dog sitters, or boarding. A long time ago there was a major outbreak in CA. When we visited a breeder we were required to spray our legs and wash our shoes in disinfectant prior to entering her property, since people going from breeder to breeder was found to be a transmission vector.

If your dog is not vaccinated, you should talk to your vet and I expect they will suggest you get it, but your vet would know if it is currently active in this area.

[jimjamuser]

Nobody gives me treats when I walk around the neighborhood.
I always leave out cold beers for the dogs and their human walking slaves.

[MartinSE]

I always leave out cold beers for the dogs and their human walking slaves.

I like that, maybe we could encourage more people to walk by putting out wet bars! Increase community spirit and promote healthy walking!

[MollyJo]

Isn't amazing that someone is appraciative of anothers post that is negative? Makes me sad that lives are lived with this kind of anger.
That may have been me by accident & I didn’t see a way to undo my ‘like’

[Bayco]

Sure was nice of them. But the fact remains that YOUR dog is YOUR responsibility. No dog owner (I used to be one) should expect others to provide for their dog. Being a good and responsible dog owner means protecting and providing your dog. Don't expect neighbors to provide food, water, toilet facilities (that means "keep off the neighbors grass, no excuses!"), etc. When you got a dog (or any pet) you and you alone became responsible for it, 100% of the time.

Who said it was expected? You’re twisting this and blowing it out of proportion

[MartinSE]

Who said it was expected? You’re twisting this and blowing it out of proportion

Hmm, you are new here I guess? That is what is the "norm" here.

[JMintzer]

Hmm, you are new here I guess? That is what is the "norm" here.

Only from "certain" people... :icon_wink:

[fdpaq0580]

Who said it was expected? You’re twisting this and blowing it out of proportion

It was going to happen, I just got to be first this time. Welcome to TOTV, the many multi-faceted dog threads.

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[fdpaq0580]

Geez...back off. All she said was how nice it was and she copied the idea. Don't worry...nobody says you have to do anything for their dog.

Just curious, did you reply to this before reading all the rest of the posts? I, like most, have more than one here. Might make a difference if you read all before responding, or not.
Check my 25 and 27.
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[fdpaq0580]

As a dog owner and dog lover this is a lovely idea. I hate to rain on the parade but there is a respiratory virus that is prevalent in southern Florida so I would avoid sharing water with dogs I don’t know. It is a lovely idea though.

Agree, lovely thought, but very potentially bad practice.

[thevillages2013]

I have a couple dogs. One I have mentioned previously, is a Great Pyrenees - a giant breed. He was our live stock guard dog, back when we lived in the country. He is not socialized, socializing a guard dog kind of defeats the purpose. We don't walk him on the streets because too many of our neighbors walk their tiny dogs, and if he got "excited" it might scare the little dogs owners - our neighbors.

But, you are welcome to come over and meet him anytime you want - just walk in to our backyard through the gate unannounced. I saw him chase a pack of coyotes away from our goats once, I expect he would enjoy meeting you.

But, thank you very much for calling me a lair, I hope you have a nice day.

Oh I don’t know maybe the FACT that you changed usernames on this site throws a little shade Grumpy

[JMintzer]

But, thank you very much for calling me a lair, I hope you have a nice day.

Would you have preferred he call you a "den"? :1rotfl:

[gemini5001]

That's because you walk around in your birthday suit...lol

[DaleDivine]

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LOL... Looked like my girl when I put booties on her.. Cat was even worse...
:bigbow::bigbow:

[MartinSE]

Would you have preferred he call you a "den"? :1rotfl:

I really need a new spelling checker - lol, thanks for volunteering.

I posted on my FB the other day, I have given up correcting my posts there, the spelling checker is way too much fun.

[PersonOfInterest]

Be a nice person and tell of how you're thinking of others -OR- be a Nasty old coot and belittle and offend others. Both will get 'pummeled' on this forum. That's why I read this forum everyday!

[noslices1]

On our walk this morning we noticed a neighbor that had a water bowl and a container with treats out by the side of the road.

With summer coming up this is a great idea! Summer is very hard on small dogs walking on or near pavement, if more people put out water it would be nice.

When I we got home I put a water bowl out front and a sealed container with treats and poop bags in it.

I wouldn’t let my dog have water or treats from a stranger, just like I wouldn’t let my kids take candy or anything they could consume from a stranger. Even “Trick or Treating” is done in a safe space anymore.

[Sandy and Ed]

Upon movinge here from across country (Oregon) I was warned about peopel who bitched about stuff like this....how sad. But The Villages is still a great place and people here are awesome....90% awesome 10% entitled.....Love being here!
Agree. Unfortunately it seems a lot of folks are moving down bringing the same attitudes with them that they were trying to leave….or, wait, was it just those crime (no punishment) cities that they were leaving?

[Driver8]

Isn't amazing that someone is appraciative of anothers post that is negative? Makes me sad that lives are lived with this kind of anger.

How about it. Many self centered a-holes in TV. Hey, get off my grass...KMA!

[JMintzer]

I really need a new spelling checker - lol, thanks for volunteering.

I posted on my FB the other day, I have given up correcting my posts there, the spelling checker is way too much fun.

A new spell-checker wouldn't have helped...

You spelled "lair" correctly... :icon_wink:

[Gray lady of the sea]

What a wonderful idea ! I’m going to do it ! Thank you

[Two Bills]

As a dog owner and dog lover this is a lovely idea. I hate to rain on the parade but there is a respiratory virus that is prevalent in southern Florida so I would avoid sharing water with dogs I don’t know. It is a lovely idea though.

Shouldn't affect me, as I never drink out any dog bowls.

[fdpaq0580]

What a wonderful idea ! I’m going to do it ! Thank you

Do what? Inquiring minds want to know.

[MartinSE]

A new spell-checker wouldn't have helped...

You spelled "lair" correctly... :icon_wink:

I missed spelled liar, and it corrected it to Lair.

[DonnaNi4os]

I think you are talking about canine parvovirus. It is prevalent in most "warm" places. Most vets will recommend the vaccine if it is prevalent in their area. And if a dog has it and is walked in your neighborhood, or dog park, it can spread easily from plants and grass and other surfaces where they do their business. Or if infected dogs "say hello" to a non-infected dog. It is a VERY contagious disease.

The water bowl IS another vector. If you put one out you should clean it daily for sure. If you are concerned for your dog, you should be very careful where you walk it. And, be very careful about dog sitters, or boarding. A long time ago there was a major outbreak in CA. When we visited a breeder we were required to spray our legs and wash our shoes in disinfectant prior to entering her property, since people going from breeder to breeder was found to be a transmission vector.

If your dog is not vaccinated, you should talk to your vet and I expect they will suggest you get it, but your vet would know if it is currently active in this area.

No, I’m not talking about canine parvo virus and most dogs are vaccinated against that anyway. The respiratory virus I am referring to is called “canine infectious respiratory disease complex”. In a 3/26/2022 article it states “Miami-Dade Animal Servicesis urging dog owners to keep a watch on their pets out in public as a new highly contagious disease spreads across south Florida…CRIDC” is like a canine flu or cold. It’s multiple viruses that affect the respiratory tract and causing respiratory symptoms. Sneezing, coughing and hacking,….

The article goes on to say it is spreading quickly and you should avoid allowing nose to nose contact with other dogs.

Incidentally, parvo virus is a deadly virus and it is one of the most important vaccinations for your dog no matter where you live.

[MartinSE]

No, I’m not talking about canine parvo virus and most dogs are vaccinated against that anyway. The respiratory virus I am referring to is called “canine infectious respiratory disease complex”. In a 3/26/2022 article it states “Miami-Dade Animal Servicesis urging dog owners to keep a watch on their pets out in public as a new highly contagious disease spreads across south Florida…CRIDC” is like a canine flu or cold. It’s multiple viruses that affect the respiratory tract and causing respiratory symptoms. Sneezing, coughing and hacking,….

The article goes on to say it is spreading quickly and you should avoid allowing nose to nose contact with other dogs.

Incidentally, parvo virus is a deadly virus and it is one of the most important vaccinations for your dog no matter where you live.

Thank you, I will look into that at once!

Okay, That, CIRDC, is commonly called Kennel Cough, which is how I knew it. It is frequently spread in kenneling facilities where people park their dogs for a day or two while they are out of town. Hence the name.

Everything I saw says the outbreak currently is in South Florida.

CIRDC is normally not fatal, and when it is it is normally only in older dogs, puppies, or dogs with other issues which weaken them. For healthy dogs in their prime, it is normally not a problem.

CIRDC occurs frequently and randomly, and its symptoms are coughing and hacking for no apparent reason. If your dog does that you certainly should take it to your vet asap.

Unfortunately, CIRDC will normally break out in an area without anyone being aware. And if it does then just walking your dog where infected dogs are walked can result in infection. Close contact with walked dogs, or contact with plants where an infected dog coughed can spread the disease.

So, providing a bowl of water can increase the chances of dogs spreading the disease via drinking contaminated water. It CAN happen. But, even if it happened the result is normally mild. If someone has an older dog, a puppy, or a sick dog, they should avoid contact with other dogs anyway. If someone has concerns their dog might become infected, they should ensure the dog does not sniff plants, other dogs, or eat or drink anything on the ground, in which case I would say don't walk your dog in public until the outbreak subsides.

Thank you again for bringing this to my attention.

I will contact my vet and verify we are not currently having an outbreak of CIRDC. Other than that, I think it is mild enough that individual dog owners and their vets should decide if they want to walk their dogs in public.

[Topspinmo]

On our walk this morning we noticed a neighbor that had a water bowl and a container with treats out by the side of the road.

With summer coming up this is a great idea! Summer is very hard on small dogs walking on or near pavement, if more people put out water it would be nice.

When I we got home I put a water bowl out front and a sealed container with treats and poop bags in it.

Nice offer, but owners responsible. Besides knowing the amount of dog haters around here I wouldn’t trust what’s in the water or treats.:duck:

[Topspinmo]

A new spell-checker wouldn't have helped...

You spelled "lair" correctly... :icon_wink:

Spellcheck don’t catch everything beings English language words can have several different meanings and the same word spelled 3 different ways. :) besides most can figure out the intent……. :icon_wink:

[JMintzer]

I missed spelled liar, and it corrected it to Lair.

You musta' screwed up royally! :1rotfl:

[debem1@aol.com]

nobody gives me treats when i walk around the neighborhood.

wonder why?????????????

[MartinSE]

I wouldn’t let my dog have water or treats from a stranger, just like I wouldn’t let my kids take candy or anything they could consume from a stranger. Even “Trick or Treating” is done in a safe space anymore.

It sad when someone has to live their life with so much fear of their own neighbors.

[craigrmorrison]

On our walk this morning we noticed a neighbor that had a water bowl and a container with treats out by the side of the road.

With summer coming up this is a great idea! Summer is very hard on small dogs walking on or near pavement, if more people put out water it would be nice.

When I we got home I put a water bowl out front and a sealed container with treats and poop bags in it.
How thoughtful and kind.

[brianherlihy]

dogs need to du poop on one home

[MartinSE]

dogs need to du poop on one home

Well, I don't recall poop being a part of this thread.

[JMintzer]

dogs need to du poop on one home

What if they're not French Poodles?

[ThirdOfFive]

It was very kind of the person who thought about pets by putting a water bowl out for them. I think I would be very careful to let your dog drink from a water bowl on the street. There is so much spraying that goes on the lawns with so many chemicals to kill weeds, fertilizer, kill red ants and so forth. Those chemicals can get in the water from the wind. Plus you don’t know how often the water bowls are washed and water changed. After saying that, boy what a kind soul to think of the animals.
True.

But it's odd how thought processes are influenced by where one comes from. Had this happened back where I used to live, one of the reactions would have been "dog hater! poisoned water/treats!" It is unfortunate that in the land of "Minnesota nice" such things do, and have happened. Here, it is just people being nice.

Yet another positive of living here.

[Spalumbos62]

Sure was nice of them. But the fact remains that YOUR dog is YOUR responsibility. No dog owner (I used to be one) should expect others to provide for their dog. Being a good and responsible dog owner means protecting and providing your dog. Don't expect neighbors to provide food, water, toilet facilities (that means "keep off the neighbors grass, no excuses!"), etc. When you got a dog (or any pet) you and you alone became responsible for it, 100% of the time.

Oh my...there was absolutely no indication from the author that they expected anything. They were just saying what a nice gesture it was. I think the heat is getting to more than the dogs.
And btw, what a wonderful gesture made by those that put the items out. I think more people are getting dogs,they are here to stay. Yes, they need to be walked and they poop and as long as it's picked up....well it just blows my mind how cruel and negative people can be,especially when they say..." I used to be a dog owner" it's so sad and ridiculous that it's almost funny.

[Spalumbos62]

No need. I've had and loved several dogs over the years. Some of my neighbors loved my dogs, others didn't like dogs, some were distrustful of dogs or were afraid of them. Each had their own reason for their feelings. Their feelings and their reasons were their business and none of mine. I never assumed the privilege of trespassing onto their yard for any reason. Just reminding folks that not everyone loves dogs or their visits and not to be shocked by those who don't like their home being the daily doggie restroom, or like being approached by strange dogs.

I truly understand your point here....but that has nothing to do with the positive original post. Credit should be given where it's due

[fdpaq0580]

Oh my...there was absolutely no indication from the author that they expected anything. They were just saying what a nice gesture it was. I think the heat is getting to more than the dogs.
And btw, what a wonderful gesture made by those that put the items out. I think more people are getting dogs,they are here to stay. Yes, they need to be walked and they poop and as long as it's picked up....well it just blows my mind how cruel and negative people can be,especially when they say..." I used to be a dog owner" it's so sad and ridiculous that it's almost funny.

Your response to that post seems to indicate that you have not read the entire thread before posting.

[Spalumbos62]

Your response to that post seems to indicate that you have not read the entire thread before posting.

No, I read it all and still feel the same. As far as the water contamination goes...if the water is in a deep enough bowl, I doubt any pesticides will get into it. If your animal is vaxed, no disease worries....let's face it, if you are walking and stop to talk to someone your dog will drink from a puddle.
Again, nice gesture done, I agree with authur and all of these other detour post about grammar or spell check are from insignificant people who like to be heard and probably aren't who the even say they are...so, yeah, all that chitter chatter means nothing. The base point was extremely valid and a kind gesture...kudos to that treat supplier. If you don't agree, easy...just pull your panting dog away, or at the very least, carry some of your own doggy water.
Let's all enjoy this heat..
: )

[bark4me]

That was nice (unlike some of those Negative Nellys) that had nothing nice to say. Guess they didn't listen when their mother told them "If you have nothing nice to say, then don't say anything at all" which translated means....Shut up Negative Nellys

[fdpaq0580]

No, I read it all and still feel the same. As far as the water contamination goes...if the water is in a deep enough bowl, I doubt any pesticides will get into it. If your animal is vaxed, no disease worries....let's face it, if you are walking and stop to talk to someone your dog will drink from a puddle.
Again, nice gesture done, I agree with authur and all of these other detour post about grammar or spell check are from insignificant people who like to be heard and probably aren't who the even say they are...so, yeah, all that chitter chatter means nothing. The base point was extremely valid and a kind gesture...kudos to that treat supplier. If you don't agree, easy...just pull your panting dog away, or at the very least, carry some of your own doggy water.
Let's all enjoy this heat..
: )

I agree, and have stated it is a nice gesture. But a responsible dog owner would have fresh water, food ( if necessary) and poop bags with them already, in the manner of a parent of a baby has a diaper bag with food and liquid and the essentals needed when they go out.

[Djean1981]

I think it is very nice. But not sure about a shared water bowl..?

[fdpaq0580]

I think it is very nice. But not sure about a shared water bowl..?

They (who ever they are) say," it's the thought that counts". Truely, a nice and thoughtful gesture on OP's part. My caution is that if the water isn't kept constantly fresh it can be less than desirable for the fourlegged one you love. Left at the end of the driveway in the sun, no telling who or what has been using it ( birdbath, rats, squirrels,??). Always have fresh water for your dog.
🐶 They rely on you!

[MartinSE]

They (who ever they are) say," it's the thought that counts". Truely, a nice and thoughtful gesture on OP's part. My caution is that if the water isn't kept constantly fresh it can be less than desirable for the fourlegged one you love. Left at the end of the driveway in the sun, no telling who or what has been using it ( birdbath, rats, squirrels,??). Always have fresh water for your dog.
🐶 They rely on you!

I agree with you. I change the water in the morning and mid-afternoon. I am concerned as the summer moves in about the water getting hot, and I am trying to figure out how to avoid that.

I do disagree that birds, squirrels etc are a problem. Dogs drink from puddles, they sniff and leak on plants, and on and on. If you ever take you dog out into the world, you are exposing it to nature. The only way to avoid that is to put your dog in a perambulator and put a plastic bubble around it.

[buster21]

Whenever I’m out and about and I see a dog looking like he needs some water I go and fetch it for him. At Target I saw a young woman in a wheel chair with her service dog. She was waiting to talk to a guy at Starbucks. The black lab looked hot so I offered to get him some water in a cup. She smiled and said yes. That dog was thirsty and I was happy to clean up the water he splashed on the floor.

[JMintzer]

I agree with you. I change the water in the morning and mid-afternoon. I am concerned as the summer moves in about the water getting hot, and I am trying to figure out how to avoid that.

I do disagree that birds, squirrels etc are a problem. Dogs drink from puddles, they sniff and leak on plants, and on and on. If you ever take you dog out into the world, you are exposing it to nature. The only way to avoid that is to put your dog in a perambulator and put a plastic bubble around it.

https://sounddogconnection.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Dog-Bubble-3-1024x576.jpg

[fdpaq0580]

https://sounddogconnection.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Dog-Bubble-3-1024x576.jpg

Hahaha! Love it! But does the bubble have a secret door so you can clean up any messes? Please say it does.
😯

[PugMom]

Kudos to you. What a rarity you are!

It's nice to read something favorable regarding dogs as opposed to poop and pee, get off my grass, and how terrible it is to see a dog in a store. :thumbup:

ikr! i'm one of the crazy ladies that hand out 'treats from Santa' @ Christmas time. there's plenty of us pro-pet folks out here, it's a great way to meet new people