Please No Pet sign

[jebartle]

After all other means, had to resort to "Please No Pet" sign in yard....The "ole boy" (we spend lots of time in our yard trying to make it nice) spent the better part of 2 hours, preparing ground (that had been damaged by a lazy neighbor that chose to let her dog urinate in yard), buying sod, watering, having sign made at local Staples.....Now, we wait and hope our neighbors don't take offense....Lord help the first dog-walker that ignores the sign....I can't be held responsible for what the "ole boy" will say!...Yikes....Ole Boy thinks the dog-walker is saying, "Don't want my dog to pee and poop in MY Yard, so will take Fido to YOUR yard!...Ugh! There may be a run at Staples for these signs....Hope Community Watch doesn't have a problem with this!.....Will wait and hope!:a20::a20:

[paulandjean]

Good Luck, I never could understand the people that walk their dogs. They have a leash and yet they let them walk on peoples lawn and do their business. The street I could understand.Them "Dog Walkers" odd bunch.

[Bogie Shooter]

After all other means, had to resort to "Please No Pet" sign in yard....The "ole boy" (we spend lots of time in our yard trying to make it nice) spent the better part of 2 hours, preparing ground (that had been damaged by a lazy neighbor that chose to let her dog urinate in yard), buying sod, watering, having sign made at local Staples.....Now, we wait and hope our neighbors don't take offense....Lord help the first dog-walker that ignores the sign....I can't be held responsible for what the "ole boy" will say!...Yikes....Ole Boy thinks the dog-walker is saying, "Don't want my dog to pee and poop in MY Yard, so will take Fido to YOUR yard!...Ugh! There may be a run at Staples for these signs....Hope Community Watch doesn't have a problem with this!.....Will wait and hope!:a20::a20:

The signs will probably have to come down.
I would follow the offender home with a bag of poop and put in on their porch.

[Snowbirdtobe]

Have you tried using the sprinklers to wash away the dog urine?

[LittleDog]

The signs will probably have to come down.
I would follow the offender home with a bag of poop and put in on their porch.

There is a house on the corner of Williamsburg and St. Charles in the Village of Poinciana who has had a sign like that in his yard for at least 4 years and it's still there.

John

[Bogie Shooter]

There is a house on the corner of Williamsburg and St. Charles in the Village of Poinciana who has had a sign like that in his yard for at least 4 years and it's still there.

John

One phone call by a neighbor and the sign will eventually come down. I, however, like to see the "Don't pee in my yard" signs all over the place.:duck:

[njbchbum]

After all other means, had to resort to "Please No Pet" sign in yard....The "ole boy" (we spend lots of time in our yard trying to make it nice) spent the better part of 2 hours, preparing ground (that had been damaged by a lazy neighbor that chose to let her dog urinate in yard), buying sod, watering, having sign made at local Staples.....Now, we wait and hope our neighbors don't take offense....Lord help the first dog-walker that ignores the sign....I can't be held responsible for what the "ole boy" will say!...Yikes....Ole Boy thinks the dog-walker is saying, "Don't want my dog to pee and poop in MY Yard, so will take Fido to YOUR yard!...Ugh! There may be a run at Staples for these signs....Hope Community Watch doesn't have a problem with this!.....Will wait and hope!:a20::a20:


i sooooo share your pain - and that of the "ole boy"!

in the event that the sign does not do the trick, let me share: we have that problem here in nj. we sought the advice of a vet we know re what to do with the insensitive dog walkers...his response - sprinkle a bit of ground cayenne pepper along the edge of the lawn and a few feet into it...a snootful of that will not injure the pet and will give them cause to not pause there again. a bit inconvenient since it needs to be applied after significant rains - but worth the effort. we found that the cayenne also keeps the crows from investigating what garbage we place at the curb - a side benefit! and the pepper has never done damage to the growth of the lawn. eventually, the walkers learned to keep their pets moving when they approached our property! we only need to do this now when we notice new walkers in the neighborhood.

[Happinow]

I have to agree with you all about the dogs not doing their business on your lawn. ATTENTION ALL DOG OWNERS: those of us who don't own dogs do NOT want your dog peeing or pooping anywhere near our lawns. As future Villagers, we will have a fit if your dog relieves himself on our lawn. We are very friendly people but that will put us over the edge. I have heard that the Cayenne pepper works....good luck.:rant-rave:

[Taj44]

I agree with you - best of luck! We've spotted our neighbors walking their dogs on our lawn, very early in the morning when its dark and they probably don't realize we're even up yet.

[Irish Rover]

Welcome to The Villages, America's friendliest home town.

[Mikeod]

Welcome to The Villages, America's friendliest home town.

Friendliness is a two-way street. Friends don't assume it is OK to let their pet defecate on others' property. I was a pet owner, too. Our dogs were NEVER allowed to do their business on other properties. And we walked the dogs around the neighborhood every day. Just sayin'.

True story. We were taking care of my parent's dog, an old Chesapeake retriever, who was blind. Since her urine killed large areas of grass, we decided to make a litter box for her. I built a 4'X4' box about 8" deep and sunk it in the ground under a cover in our back yard. My wife and her friend went to the store to get kitty litter. They were standing in the checkout line with about six 25 lb. bags of kitty litter when the lady behind them leaned over and asked, "Just how big is that cat?" We still laugh about that to this day. We were able to train that old dog to use the litter box in a short time. She could find it despite being blind, although sometimes she got the front end in and let the hind end hang outside the box when she did her thing.

[The Village Girl]

Good Luck, I never could understand the people that walk their dogs. They have a leash and yet they let them walk on peoples lawn and do their business. The street I could understand.Them "Dog Walkers" odd bunch.

I'm just curious, ummmm In what village do you reside?

[getdul981]

We have 2 miniature Dachshunds and they have never killed any grass with their urine as far as I know. They always go in our yard and I have never seen a brown spot. Whenever I take them for a walk, I always make sure they are "cleaned out" before we leave our property. They never venture into anyone's yard unless invited and then they're just sniffing around. I carry a poop bag with me just in case one of them doesn't get "cleaned out" before we leave, but they always wind up going in the street and I clean it up.

I always try to be the type of neighbor I would like to have.

[Taj44]

Thank you getdul981 for being such a courteous pet owner. I expect most people do pretty well, and that there are just a few who need to be more thoughtful/responsible.

[dog friendly]

Welcome to The Villages, America's friendliest home town.

Really, these people need to crawl back in the cave where they came from!!!

[Bogie Shooter]

Really, these people need to crawl back in the cave where they came from!!!

And take their dogs with them!

[Mikeod]

Let me see if I understand correctly. Those who don't appreciate having the pets of other people use their yards as their personal potty are unfriendly. So, basically, part of my land should be available to any pet owner to use for their pet to urinate and/or defecate on and I am not allowed to complain without being considered a bad neighbor. And, since one animal has used the land to leave a calling card, every other animal that walks by has to do the same. And that's OK? Because there is no apparent damage or just because?

Where does this end? Say I need additional room to park a car. Can I use your lawn? There won't be any obvious damage. I might like to practice my golf swing, as well. The grass will fill in. You know, I could save a lot of steps if I just cut through your yard on my way to the square. Is that OK? I mean, I know it's your property and you paid for it, but I should be able to use it, right?

[angiefox10]

To answer your question, NO.. It's NOT OK. But I don't think that the people owning dogs are taking their dogs to non dog owners homes and having them do their business. I think that most dog owners are responsible.

I think the OP is having a problem with someone THEY live near. But I really doubt that it's an issue. Most of the people on this thread seems to me to be VERY concerned about this.

I have dogs and I agree that it's NOT OK. And to be honest, I don't want someone to bring their dog to my yard to do his duty... and if he does please have the courtesy to clean it up. But I also know that dogs are ....... dogs. They don't know MY grass from YOUR grass. So if by chance a dog does get confused. Just clean it up and carry on.

I'm pretty sure that most dog owners would agree that a dog should not be encouraged to do their "duty" on someone else's yard.

Except Fumar... He LOVES dogs! :doggie:

[jebartle]

The problem is the Urine, not easy to clean up and it leaves a calling card for every other dog to leave his urine in the SAME spot and that is when you have brown spots....It is so simple, if you have a dog, let him poop and pee in your yard, problem solved!



To answer your question, NO.. It's NOT OK. But I don't think that the people owning dogs are taking their dogs to non dog owners homes and having them do their business. I think that most dog owners are responsible.

I think the OP is having a problem with someone THEY live near. But I really doubt that it's an issue. Most of the people on this thread seems to me to be VERY concerned about this.

I have dogs and I agree that it's NOT OK. And to be honest, I don't want someone to bring their dog to my yard to do his duty... and if he does please have the courtesy to clean it up. But I also know that dogs are ....... dogs. They don't know MY grass from YOUR grass. So if by chance a dog does get confused. Just clean it up and carry on.

I'm pretty sure that most dog owners would agree that a dog should not be encouraged to do their "duty" on someone else's yard.

Except Fumar... He LOVES dogs! :doggie:

[rubicon]

I had that same problem in MN. My neighbor refused to tie his dog up and my front lawn was evidence of that. I called animal control three times to complain. It did nto result in a solution. so I then began shovel his property back over to his yard and front porch. the day before I left to come to TV he came over to tell me he wish we had gotten better acquainted. All I could think of was:wave::wave::wave::wave::wave::wave::wave::wave ::wave:

[duffysmom]

Where I live there is a sidewalk across the street and I can watch dog walkers walking along the sidewalk while their dogs run through the yards sniffing the grass and urinating and defecating (most do pick up the poop). Last week I saw grandchildren playing in one of the yards and rolling around in the grass. YUK!! Even if you do pick up there will be residue. Come on folks, this is unacceptable. Teach your pet to go on your property and then take them for a walk or better yet, take them to one of our three dog parks. For a small fee, Doggy Do Run will even pick up your dog's poop for you. :rant-rave:

[dog friendly]

Where I live there is a sidewalk across the street and I can watch dog walkers walking along the sidewalk while their dogs run through the yards sniffing the grass and urinating and defecating (most do pick up the poop). Last week I saw grandchildren playing in one of the yards and rolling around in the grass. YUK!! Even if you do pick up there will be residue. Come on folks, this is unacceptable. Teach your pet to go on your property and then take them for a walk or better yet, take them to one of our three dog parks. For a small fee, Doggy Do Run will even pick up your dog's poop for you. :rant-rave:

With all the problems is this world, it just is so sad that this has to be such an issue...... lighten up people

[Mikeod]

With all the problems is this world, it just is so sad that this has to be such an issue...... lighten up people
So the solution is for those who are bothered by this to just ignore it? Chill out? Accept the fact that people who own dogs and allow them to do their business wherever they please are doing the right thing and those who object to their property being used like this are wrong?

There is not a lot I can do personally to fix all the problems in this world, but I can do something about people who don't understand property rights include my right to determine how my property will be used and who will do what with it.

[duffysmom]

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[duffysmom]

With all the problems is this world, it just is so sad that this has to be such an issue...... lighten up people

I have a feeling I may have seen you dog walking in my neighborhood.:wave:

I'm also dog friendly but I think that dog owners get a lot of negative push back because their owners are inconsiderate and abuse other people's property. Having a dog in TV can be difficult since we all live so close to each other, that's why respecting our neighbors and their property is so important. I would never allow my dog or my grandchildren to trespass on my neighbors' property.

I agree that there are problems in the world but for harmonious living on a day to day basis, respecting our neighbors' boundaries is a good thing. :angel:

[KARENNN]

IT SOUNDS LIKE A LOT OF PEOPLE HERE NEED TO HUG A DOG! It would really help you loosen up and, regrettably for us dog owners, add more years to your life!

[Bogie Shooter]

Where is Fumar?? Help!

[Bambi]

IT SOUNDS LIKE A LOT OF PEOPLE HERE NEED TO HUG A DOG! It would really help you loosen up and, regrettably for us dog owners, add more years to your life!

I second that!!

[graciegirl]

IT SOUNDS LIKE A LOT OF PEOPLE HERE NEED TO HUG A DOG! It would really help you loosen up and, regrettably for us dog owners, add more years to your life!

I love dogs. We don't have any but this week I had two dog guests in our home to see our Christmas tree and they each brought their owners. Both are large dogs and so well behaved. Our kitties were quite curious and the dogs were very well behaved and let the kitties look them over.

Both Lucy and Mozart live in our neighborhood and so does Prince and two other beautiful dogs too. Not a one of them stop to use our lawn.

Those doggies have all been brought up right. It is easier to like dogs and kids if they are well trained. Everyone loves their own dogs and kids but other people won't like them much if they are not well trained.

So...I say you can't expect to have people love your dogs and add years to their lives if they aren't nice and know their manners.

[jebartle]

I give my dog lots of hugs, and this is the important part, RESPECT my neighbors enough to keep MY dog in MY yard which really would solve this little problem...I'm not losing sleep over this, just think the solution is so simple, keep your sweet little dog and his poop and pee in your own yard and then everyone will get hugs!



IT SOUNDS LIKE A LOT OF PEOPLE HERE NEED TO HUG A DOG! It would really help you loosen up and, regrettably for us dog owners, add more years to your life!

[Happinow]

Let me see if I understand correctly. Those who don't appreciate having the pets of other people use their yards as their personal potty are unfriendly. So, basically, part of my land should be available to any pet owner to use for their pet to urinate and/or defecate on and I am not allowed to complain without being considered a bad neighbor. And, since one animal has used the land to leave a calling card, every other animal that walks by has to do the same. And that's OK? Because there is no apparent damage or just because?

Where does this end? Say I need additional room to park a car. Can I use your lawn? There won't be any obvious damage. I might like to practice my golf swing, as well. The grass will fill in. You know, I could save a lot of steps if I just cut through your yard on my way to the square. Is that OK? I mean, I know it's your property and you paid for it, but I should be able to use it, right?

You're on the right track. I like the way you think.

[Mikeod]

IT SOUNDS LIKE A LOT OF PEOPLE HERE NEED TO HUG A DOG! It would really help you loosen up and, regrettably for us dog owners, add more years to your life!

That's where you are wrong. I LOVE dogs. When I see my neighbors walking their dogs along our street, I frequently call them onto my property. I love to pet the dogs. If the dog messes on my driveway or lawn,I don't mind because the dog was there at my invitation. My neighbors take care that their dogs don't use others' property for their business. We get along very nicely.

One of the hardest things I have ever had to do was take my dog to the vet knowing her life would be ended. I stayed with her while they administered the injection to ease her suffering. When she raised her head to look at me, I lost it completely. I felt so disloyal to her. When it was over, the vet told me I did the right thing by her, but that didn't help. I made the decision I didn't ever want to go through that again.

So, I don't currently have a dog. But I understand completely those who don't want their property fouled by the waste products of your pet's metabolism. Your dog, your property, that's where that stuff belongs. I believe there are many more pet owners that respect others' properties than those that don't. Like most problems, it is the 1% that create 99% of the trouble.

[Happinow]

My heart goes out to you for the loss of your pet. Their little faces and eyes just melt you, just like a child. I don't own a pet but I like pets, just not ones that go where they shouldn't. My daughter has a dog and she treats him like a human! He is cute. I think this topic is A heads up for pet owners. It's a reminder to keep their pets in control at all times and respect others property. :sigh:

[missypie]

That's where you are wrong. I LOVE dogs. When I see my neighbors walking their dogs along our street, I frequently call them onto my property. I love to pet the dogs. If the dog messes on my driveway or lawn,I don't mind because the dog was there at my invitation. My neighbors take care that their dogs don't use others' property for their business. We get along very nicely.

One of the hardest things I have ever had to do was take my dog to the vet knowing her life would be ended. I stayed with her while they administered the injection to ease her suffering. When she raised her head to look at me, I lost it completely. I felt so disloyal to her. When it was over, the vet told me I did the right thing by her, but that didn't help. I made the decision I didn't ever want to go through that again.

So, I don't currently have a dog. But I understand completely those who don't want their property fouled by the waste products of your pet's metabolism. Your dog, your property, that's where that stuff belongs. I believe there are many more pet owners that respect others' properties than those that don't. Like most problems, it is the 1% that create 99% of the trouble.





I had to put my beloved best friend pup down this year after 17 years. I can never go through that again either

[Barefoot]

I believe there are many more pet owners that respect others' properties than those that don't. Like most problems, it is the 1% that create 99% of the trouble.

Many, many Villagers love dogs. And most pet owners are extremely respectful of other's property. Unfortunately there are always a few bad apples.

[hilltophome]

I have 2 dogs that I walk on short leashes in the middle of the street. I personally don't understand walking your dog with a leash that can extend to over 20 feet. I clean up after my dogs when they poop and I shouldn't have to clean up after someone else's dog. I live on a corner lot and I get disgusted with dog poop that is left on my lawn and also cigarette butts that are flipped upon my lawn. Clean up after yourself. I am not anyone's maid!

[Happinow]

I have 2 dogs that I walk on short leashes in the middle of the street. I personally don't understand walking your dog with a leash that can extend to over 20 feet. I clean up after my dogs when they poop and I shouldn't have to clean up after someone else's dog. I live on a corner lot and I get disgusted with dog poop that is left on my lawn and also cigarette butts that are flipped upon my lawn. Clean up after yourself. I am not anyone's maid!

Amen....

[The Great Fumar]

Many, many Villagers love dogs. And most pet owners are extremely respectful of other's property. Unfortunately there are always a few bad apples.

Well we must have a whole bushel here in chatham.........:rant-rave:

[Mikeod]

no you certainly have not seen me walking my dog in the neighborhood, I take my pet out 3 times a day by car or cart to common areas....... and she uses her back yard, and no yellow spots, so shut your pie hole please......

:sigh:

[njbchbum]

no you certainly have not seen me walking my dog in the neighborhood, I take my pet out 3 times a day by car or cart to common areas....... and she uses her back yard, and no yellow spots, so shut your pie hole please......

guess you're not as people friendly as you are dog friendly. your response really was not warranted. have a good day.

[rubicon]

I have never really understood how people could place animals above people but I'll bet I am going to hear why shortly.:cus:

[angiefox10]

I have never really understood how people could place animals above people but I'll bet I am going to hear why shortly.:cus:

I couldn't either. I didn't understand why people got so upset when they lost a pet. It's ONLY a dog or a cat! They can be replaced! What's wrong with these people. We had had a "family" dog. Meh.

But then, our kids moved out and we thought we would get a dog. Why not, he would help take up some of the house left after the kids left.

We researched it and found that a Boston Terrier was a smart dog, easy to train, throw them in the washer and dryer and they are good to go.

We went on our search for our BT. And we found him. Killer! Well, he wasn't much of a killer. He was our black and white bundle of fur. He liked to cuddle. If you sat.... so did he, if you played.... so did he. He learned quickly and soon became part of the family. He was a clown. He LOVED to make us laugh. He (much like us) would do anything to make us laugh! The kids in the neighborhood would come over to see if he could come out and play! He loved people and other animals. If an animal was in distress, he would look to us to save them. (I think that's how we got involved in rescue)

He took up space in our house so fast it was like he had always lived with us. He soon slept with us and went just about everywhere with us. Killer lived with us for 14 and a half years. In the last year of his life he became ill. He would sit for a very long time before he could get up. He would have to lean against the wall to stand. He NEVER complained or cried, but you knew it was hard on him. We finally had to make the decision to let him go. The hardest thing I have EVER done in my life. The grief I felt was overwhelming. We said goodbye to our baby a year ago November 8th. I still miss him.

We learned so much from him.

I too never understood how people could get so attached to a dog.

Now.... I do....

[duffysmom]

no you certainly have not seen me walking my dog in the neighborhood, I take my pet out 3 times a day by car or cart to common areas....... and she uses her back yard, and no yellow spots, so shut your pie hole please......

:faint:

[Bogie Shooter]

no you certainly have not seen me walking my dog in the neighborhood, I take my pet out 3 times a day by car or cart to common areas....... and she uses her back yard, and no yellow spots, so shut your pie hole please......

What do you mean by "common areas"??

[tpop1]

There are people who conduct themselves as adults....these can be dog owners who like those on this thread who would never think of letting their dogs use other people's property to do their business.

There are others who act a petulant little people (you can sometimes tell by the words and phrases they use) who believe they have the right to do what they want.

Thankfully, my Village has mostly adults!!!

[Barefoot]

Many, many Villagers love dogs. And most pet owners are extremely respectful of other's property. Unfortunately there are always a few bad apples.

Well we must have a whole bushel here in chatham.

Fumar, your posts are never disappointing. :laugh:

I have never really understood how people could place animals above people but I'll bet I am going to hear why shortly.

:doggie: The two reasons I love animals ... they are able to give unconditional love and live in the moment. We can learn a lot from them. That doesn't mean that pet owners place their animals above people!! Without exception, pet owners should always be respectful of the rights and sensibilities of others.

[angel222]

I am a dog owner and lover who lives on a corner piece of property in TV. I walk MY dog on MY property to do her business but I find it amazing that others seem to have no problem leaving their property and allowing their dogs to go all over my property. My home backs up to a street with a sidewalk and I have been on the lanai while people have walked their dog on my lawn while they walk on the sidewalk - its amazing that these people don't even think this is wrong to do even while knowing I'm right there! Its just so inconsiderate of others property. I know to some here it doesn't seem to be a big deal and in the grand scheme of things its probably not, but if I'm considerate of your property and don't walk my dog there, whats your problem? So many wonderful people live in the villages and alot are dog owners, maybe this thread will help with more consideration....lets hope!

[Doodlegirl]

My dog doesn't get it is YOUR lawn, he thinks it's our lawn. The grass feels better than the cement of the sidewalk or street, and there are many good
smells in the grass. My dog and I need exercise, if perchance he steps on your grass, I apologize and try to bring him back to the sidewalk immediately.
If he poops, I pick it up, if he pee's, I sprinkle water to dilute. My life as
a dog owner would be horrible if Fido had only to stay in my yard.

He is a big, robust, friendly guy who wants his nose to the ground and who is not able to pee or poop on command as hard as I've tried, and routinely he goes in my yard because it's more comfortable. But, he doesn't make
any judgments about you...the color of your house, the plants, your shutters, he just loves everything in his world. I will do my best to have him
tip toe along on the sidewalk, but he doesn't mean any harm I promise you, nor do I. I work hard at helping him to be, "man's best friend". My best friend alerted me to a murder on my street of a woman and her baby on an early, early morning walk, a long time ago. He had to go to court and show people how he does that. If you are in trouble and we happen by, he could tell me you need help and we could get you help...he doesn't want any thanks tho...just a place to doo if he has to on a walk. And I'll do my best to leave your yard exactly as we found it. Promise.

[graciegirl]

no you certainly have not seen me walking my dog in the neighborhood, I take my pet out 3 times a day by car or cart to common areas....... and she uses her back yard, and no yellow spots, so shut your pie hole please......


Duffysmom is someone whose posts I always enjoy reading. I know she has a kind heart and she is always pleasant and always informative.

Diplomacy is a wonderful trait to own. It is the quality of being able to tell someone to go to hell and have them look forward to the trip.

Some people are diplomatic and some aren't.

[jebartle]

I don't think anyone has a problem with the DOGS, the problem is the OWNER (we are the smart ones, right?), there are many common areas (post office, pet parks, rec centers, etc.) to let your super sniffer dog have fun reading pee-mail BUT NOT private property and I know you are trying. I'm sure you can appreciate all the effort that all the homeowners put into our yards and gardens also...Please be considerate....When your dog pees in the yard, diluted or not, it invites every dog in the neighborhood to add their markings to the SAME spot, which then produces BROWN spots....Please, please help us homeowners keep our yards green....I feel for the homeowners that don't have pets, they must be outraged that a pet owner would leave their GREEN yard and cross over to a neighbors yard and urinate....I've heard comments from dog-owners with small dogs that say "Well, Foofoo, is so small, she could not damage anyone's yard", it is not one dogs markings but every other dog.....Bottom line, let your dog, pee and poo in YOUR yard, problem solved!




My dog doesn't get it is YOUR lawn, he thinks it's our lawn. The grass feels better than the cement of the sidewalk or street, and there are many good
smells in the grass. My dog and I need exercise, if perchance he steps on your grass, I apologize and try to bring him back to the sidewalk immediately.
If he poops, I pick it up, if he pee's, I sprinkle water to dilute. My life as
a dog owner would be horrible if Fido had only to stay in my yard.

He is a big, robust, friendly guy who wants his nose to the ground and who is not able to pee or poop on command as hard as I've tried, and routinely he goes in my yard because it's more comfortable. But, he doesn't make
any judgments about you...the color of your house, the plants, your shutters, he just loves everything in his world. I will do my best to have him
tip toe along on the sidewalk, but he doesn't mean any harm I promise you, nor do I. I work hard at helping him to be, "man's best friend". My best friend alerted me to a murder on my street of a woman and her baby on an early, early morning walk, a long time ago. He had to go to court and show people how he does that. If you are in trouble and we happen by, he could tell me you need help and we could get you help...he doesn't want any thanks tho...just a place to doo if he has to on a walk. And I'll do my best to leave your yard exactly as we found it. Promise.

[swimdawg]

Today, 03:19 PM

graciegirl
Sage
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Diplomacy is a wonderful trait to own. It is the quality of being able to tell someone to go to hell and have them look forward to the trip.

Some people are diplomatic and some aren't.
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No competition today.....you are the winner, hands down. I know it's early but.........

You win the SWIMDAWG Post of the Day Award!

[Bogie Shooter]

I don't think anyone has a problem with the DOGS, the problem is the OWNER (we are the smart ones, right?), there are many common areas (post office, pet parks, rec centers, etc.) to let your super sniffer dog have fun reading pee-mail BUT NOT private property and I know you are trying. I'm sure you can appreciate all the effort that all the homeowners put into our yards and gardens also...Please be considerate....When your dog pees in the yard, diluted or not, it invites every dog in the neighborhood to add their markings to the SAME spot, which then produces BROWN spots....Please, please help us homeowners keep our yards green....I feel for the homeowners that don't have pets, they must be outraged that a pet owner would leave their GREEN yard and cross over to a neighbors yard and urinate....I've heard comments from dog-owners with small dogs that say "Well, Foofoo, is so small, she could not damage anyone's yard", it is not one dogs markings but every other dog.....Bottom line, let your dog, pee and poo in YOUR yard, problem solved!

Always enjoy the smell around the post office in late July.............

[PennBF]

The arrogrance of anyone who thinks they have a right to tresspass on someones property, with a dog, cat or anything else goes beyone my ability to understand. It is a form of entitlement which most likely carries into the other parts of their life. You have no right to come on my property without my permission and to do so demonstrates a serious behavior problem that needs to be addressed by professionals. To believe it is OK is not normal and is truly abnormal behavior and thought. If someone truly thinks it is OK to violate my wishes for my property then they need help and I hope they are strong enough to go get it. These are people who disrespect boundries and if they do it in one case, rest assured they will do it in other cases. :spoken:

[swimdawg]

Always enjoy the smell around the post office in late July.............

....and now I do regret....a little....giving that SPOTD Award....so early!

Is that your normal "Post Office fragrance"????

[The Village Girl]

You people have THAT many dogs pooping and peeing in your yards? I would think that maybe your neighbors might just have it in for you! I don't think I've had that many dogs pooping and peeing in my yard that they ruined my lawn in my whole lifetime! Sounds like a conspiracy to me! Maybe it's like Halloween where all the surrounding neighborhoods bring their kids to YOUR house because you have the BEST candy!

Do you think the dogs KNOW something that they all go to YOUR yard?

For those of you who think that when you get older, you need to get rid of your dogs. Let me tell you a little bit about these furry friends. If you lose your eyesight, they can be your eyes. If you lose your hearing, they can be your ears. As you get older and need a watchdog, they can be your protection. (do you know people don't like to break into homes that have dogs?) If you are epileptic, they can get you to a safe place before you have a seizure. Dogs have been known to find and save their owners in a hurricane or tornado. (the one in a neighboring town saved the life of his owner) And they have been known to be great fire alarms. When you get old and can't get around, they can turn off and on lights, get items out of the fridge, and help with the laundry.

http://www.webmd.com/hypertension-high-blood-pressure/features/health-benefits-of-pets

All of this being said, if I didn't own a dog, I would most likely tell you what I REALLY think. But since I do own a dog, I feel more loving and caring and will just leave it at this.

[skyguy79]

Is that your normal "Post Office fragrance"????Mon ami! I theek zat Bogie Shoo-ter was talk'eng about ze dogs's fragraonce and not eez own!

http://img1.willyfogg.com/thumb.php?pid=105246837&pref=t&it=2&mod=Tue%2C+14+Mar+2006+09%3A02%3A30+GMT&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwebbsgraphics.com%2Fdecals%2Fimag es%2Fsg3-Pepe-Le-Pew-1366.gif

[Bogie Shooter]

Mon ami! I theek zat Bogie Shoo-ter was talk'eng about ze dogs's fragraonce and not eez own!

http://img1.willyfogg.com/thumb.php?pid=105246837&pref=t&it=2&mod=Tue%2C+14+Mar+2006+09%3A02%3A30+GMT&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwebbsgraphics.com%2Fdecals%2Fimag es%2Fsg3-Pepe-Le-Pew-1366.gif

Pour sûr que c'était l'intention, je suis un gars Old Spice.

[skyguy79]

Pour sûr que c'était l'intention, je suis un gars Old Spice.En tant que Jackie Gleason utilisé à dire ... "Comment il est doux! ".

[duffysmom]

What many posters don't understand is that many of the people responding to this thread are dog owners. jbartle wrote the original post and she is a dog owner as well; the difference is that we are responsible dog owners.
I can assure you that my Duffy has never trespassed, urinated or pooped on my neighbors' lawn and he lives a full and happy life. Lecturing about how important dogs are in our lives is preaching to the choir. Dog's get a bad rap in TV because of the few who have a sense of entitlement.

[jebartle]

...Duffy is a lucky dog to have a mom like you!


What many posters don't understand is that many of the people responding to this thread are dog owners. jbartle wrote the original post and she is a dog owner as well; the difference is that we are responsible dog owners.
I can assure you that my Duffy has never trespassed, urinated or pooped on my neighbors' lawn and he lives a full and happy life. Lecturing about how important dogs are in our lives is preaching to the choir. Dog's get a bad rap in TV because of the few who have a sense of entitlement.

[graciegirl]

En tant que Jackie Gleason utilisé à dire ... "Comment il est doux! ".

Ooo la la. Tout les duex parle le Francais. Je pense c'est une environment cultural ici.

[swimdawg]

En tant que Jackie Gleason utilisé à dire ... "Comment il est doux! ".

Nu stoppen met het Franse spul. Wij Nederlanders hebben geen idee wat je over praat.
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Now what are you guys taulking about????? :)

[skyguy79]

Ooo la la. Tout les duex parle Francais. Je pense c'est une environment cultural ici.

Sorry Gracie, I don't speak French, I only write it!
:spoken:NOT!

Nu stoppen met het Franse spul. Wij Nederlanders hebben geen idee wat je over praat.
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Now what are you guys taulking about????? :)
Ik denk dat we het over 'Pepe Le Pooch. "OK, ik zal weer mijn houten schoenen nu en weer terug naar Engels ... Misschien!
:bigbow:

[tpop1]

They must be discussing French Poodles?

Is it time to move this thread to the "French Forum???"

[skyguy79]

They must be discussing French Poodles?

Is it time to move this thread to the "French Forum???"Wee-wee Monsieur tpop1!
http://www.russie.net/france-ru/images/paris013.jpg

[graciegirl]

Wee-wee Monsieur tpop1!

http://www.russie.net/france-ru/images/paris013.jpg


wee wee. C'est vrait, et les excrements, aussi.

[Bill-n-Brillo]

No hablo all that fancy language stuff!

:jester:

Bill :wave:

[Happy Villager 1]

After all other means, had to resort to "Please No Pet" sign in yard....The "ole boy" (we spend lots of time in our yard trying to make it nice) spent the better part of 2 hours, preparing ground (that had been damaged by a lazy neighbor that chose to let her dog urinate in yard), buying sod, watering, having sign made at local Staples.....Now, we wait and hope our neighbors don't take offense....Lord help the first dog-walker that ignores the sign....I can't be held responsible for what the "ole boy" will say!...Yikes....Ole Boy thinks the dog-walker is saying, "Don't want my dog to pee and poop in MY Yard, so will take Fido to YOUR yard!...Ugh! There may be a run at Staples for these signs....Hope Community Watch doesn't have a problem with this!.....Will wait and hope!:a20::a20:

We placed small signs shaped like a dog with wording "No Dumping" on it on our property. We received a visit from the deed restriction dept. and were informed we needed to remove the sign. Of course we were turned in by an unknown neighbor. The gentlemen that came was quite surprised to see we have a dog of our own. I informed him we love animals but not some of their owners. Also had quite a conversation with the gentlemen and he even stated he has the same problem in his own neighborhood. There was an article in the recreation news this year where it says "It also means that the pet owner must prevent the pet from entering onto another resident's lot and doing its business". "It also means that even though you may have your pet on a 20-foot retractable leash, you are responsible for keeping that pet off of private property". This article I quoted from was written by the deed compliance manager for the VCDD. Now this should be the end of the story!

[renrod]

Now this should be the end of the story!
OH NO, you shouldn't have said that.

[paulandjean]

Well like I said "Them Dog Walkers are a Odd Bunch".

[PennBF]

It is unfortunate but some actually think they have the right to tresspass with their pets and are entitled to abuse other people's property. They don't recognize other people's boundries. Unfortunately I honestly doubt if things will change since this behaviorial problem needs serious professional
treatment as the person(s) don't understand why they must respect other people. I can pretty much guarantee that if someone showed a similar disrespect for their property, (e.g. set up a lawn chair and lit a fire on thier lawn, parked their car on the lawn, and so on.).it would only be minutes before they called the authorities. But and this is a big but they feel they
can have their animals relieve themselves on your property and in some cases destroy portions of the lawns and spread bacteria or have children roll around in the dog waste. There is no way I would ever allow our dog, and yes we have a dog. use someones else's property as a bathroom.
People should understand they are showing a total disrespect for the owner as they don't understand bad behavior. Thus the need for a professional to provide serious insight regarding their behavior. :spoken:

[Oren L Miller]

Well like I said "Them Dog Walkers are a Odd Bunch".

Why would you say they are an odd bunch? Why do you have to insult people you don't know? I love dogs and the people that walk them. I feel sorry for anyone that doesn't have one. Dogs are the only creatures in the world that understand unconditional love. They are the only creatures that are always happy to be in the moment. I understand that you don't want my dog ****ing and peeing in your yard. I get it. You really need to be more concerned with his biting problem. That's the issue that will bring you to your knees. Seriously, can't a discussion be held without name calling? That is so third grade. Dog walkers get it. Now please be nice. :cus:

[Bones]

You carry water to dilute the pee? I may have been born at night but not last night.You are the very reason why we need signs in our yard.
Gimme a break...you carry water to dilute the pee.....you are killing me.

[Oren L Miller]

You carry water to dilute the pee? I may have been born at night but not last night.You are the very reason why we need signs in our yard.
Gimme a break...you carry water to dilute the pee.....you are killing me.

You do realize the dogs can't read those signs - right? And the signs are just as against the rules as the dogs peeing in the yard.

[Bones]

what is your point...two wrongs cancel each one out? Funny guy !!!!

[PennBF]

For those considering moving to the Villages or just arrived. Let it be known
there are only a few disrespectable owners and it is not a big number. It is frustrating to deal with these people who don't respect your property and therefore this thread is a voice of those who are venting and trying to instill some good behavior into those who are so inconsiderate and full of entitlements. :spoken:

[tpop1]

You do realize the dogs can't read those signs - right?

I suppose the dog owners can't either?

[Taj44]

You carry water to dilute the pee? I may have been born at night but not last night.You are the very reason why we need signs in our yard.
Gimme a break...you carry water to dilute the pee.....you are killing me.


Speaking of odd things some dog walkers do, we saw a lady wiping her dog's private parts with toilet paper, down at Sumter Landing, after the dog did his business. Eeeeeewwww!

[angiefox10]

Speaking of odd things some dog walkers do, we saw a lady wiping her dog's private parts with toilet paper, down at Sumter Landing, after the dog did his business. Eeeeeewwww!

Some are not happy if they don't clean up after their dogs.... some if they do! *laughing*

Taj44, sometimes you do have to wipe their little butts depending on what kind of dog they are. Dogs are just like little babies sometimes. :)

[paulandjean]

I did not insult people I did not know. I just said "Dog Walkers are a odd bunch" I have seen the dog being cleaned with toilet paper down at lake sumter landing. I have seen the women in her golf cart eating ice cream cone one lick for her one for her dog, one lick for her one for her dog. Seen many dogs in baby strollers and not all of them needed to be pushed. Seen to many dogs in the square with to many people, should have been left at home. Thats why I said "Dog walkers odd bunch. Lighten Up.

[nitehawk]

I did not insult people I did not know. I just said "Dog Walkers are a odd bunch" I have seen the dog being cleaned with toilet paper down at lake sumter landing. I have seen the women in her golf cart eating ice cream cone one lick for her one for her dog, one lick for her one for her dog. Seen many dogs in baby strollers and not all of them needed to be pushed. Seen to many dogs in the square with to many people, should have been left at home. Thats why I said "Dog walkers odd bunch. Lighten Up.

:bigbow:

[marennorge]

Dog pee and poop are biodegradable. I get more aggravated by the cigarette butts I see in the street or on the lawn next to the curb. Most responsible dog owners bag the poop. Is it too much to ask smokers to put an ashtray in their golf car instead of flipping it out into the road? Cigarette filters are not biodegradable. And lit cigarettes area fire hazard in this dry weather.