[Laker]

I just read an article in the Sun about a couple who have 2 Great Danes, one of them recently acquired. They get to be 100+ pounds.
Two years ago I was attacked by 2 Great Danes, (not in The Villages) in front of their owner, who couldn’t control these monsters. One of them was on my back ripping at my shirt collar, while the other one was pulling my shirt. The one ripping my collar was taller than me, on his hind legs.
I was only able to escape because I managed to slowly make my way to the edge of the Invisible Fence that they had installed. I didn’t know it was there but I might not be here if it wasn’t, because I am on blood thinners, and although my arms were scratched I miraculously wasn’t severely bitten.
I of course reported the incident to the sheriff’s department and was referred to Animal Control. The owners were ticketed but the dogs are still there.
We just bought a house in TV after renting for several years, but I was under the impression that people could bring in a large dog they already had, but not get another large dog after moving in.

Has this policy changed? Because if it hasn’t then the 99% of us who don’t raise these “pets” shouldn’t be at risk for the inconsiderate people who do.

[stan the man]

it's a mericle you are still alive..why were you on the othrtside of the elec fence?

[Two Bills]

Worst bites I ever got were from a Dachshund, and I was once severely licked by a large Golden Retriever!

[DonH57]

Originally Posted by Two Bills

Worst bites I ever got were from a Dachshund, and I was once severely licked by a large Golden Retriever!

I've been severely licked by a golden or two and a Newfie!

[raynan]

We have had all size dogs in our neighborhood and never heard of a size limit in The Villages. There is a limit on how many dogs you may have which is 2 but a 3rd is grandfathered in if you came with 3 but the third cannot be replaced on its demise.

[Two Bills]

Originally Posted by DonH57

I've been severely licked by a golden or two and a Newfie!

There is a serious risk of drowning with a Newfie slobbering attack!

[JSR22]

There is not a limit on dog weight. There is a limit on the number of pets. Sounds like you trespassed into the the dog's yard.

[Bjeanj]

I live in District 2. Depending on where in District 2 one lives, there is a difference in the restrictions for dogs. In one section, it states no more than two pets; in another section, it states no more than one pet; and in another section, it states no more than one pet which weighs no more than 40 pounds.

You need to read the restrictions for where YOU live.

[Two Bills]

We had three fish in our aquarium, but had to flush one down the toilet, so we didn't break local restrictions.
Still miss him, and hope he found a nice new home.

[John_W]

Originally Posted by Laker

I just read an article in the Sun about a couple who have 2 Great Danes, one of them recently acquired. They get to be 100+ pounds...

If you live in Tamarind Grove, don't walk on Odessa Circle. Before we joined MVP at Brownwood back in 2014 and began exercising there, we use to walk the .7 of mile loop around Odessa Circle. That road encircles our CYV and there is exactly 80 homes. I watched almost every home built from ground up back in '11 and '12 when we walked.

One home on Odessa has a black & white Great Dane that comes up to my shoulders, it's the biggest dog I've seen. They've been there since the beginning, and they apparently ran their electric fence all the way around and includes the front yard. It was scary when we first walked by that section and he would come right up to curb. They say he's very friendly, but I don't want to find out firsthand. He looks just like this.

[Laker]

No, I wasn’t “in their yard”. Their driveway is included in an easement which is how you get to a family members house.
Now I carry a 3-iron when I visit them. If they attack again and manage to survive, I guarantee you they will be eating Gravy Train the rest of their lives.

[karostay]

The only rules they enforce here are outdoor lawn ornaments reported by trolls other than than your ok
Dress code on executive golf or practice putting greens and driving ranges is being overlooked never use to be .Even seat spacing outdoor restaurants at the bars
Heaven forbid you you have taste full lawn ornament You can buy a fake service dog vest you'll be ok just ask next person you seen with service dog in a grocery cart or restaurant where they got theirs

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by Two Bills

We had three fish in our aquarium, but had to flush one down the toilet, so we didn't break local restrictions.
Still miss him, and hope he found a nice new home.

Very funny

[oldtimes]

I trust dogs more than people

[Mortal1]

So a)just because there's an easement doesn't mean the owner of the house can't utilize the land per ordinances and it doesn't give you the right to go onto that easement b)you said it wasn't in the villages and this is a villages forum. The forum below this one is for general posts.

As to the big dogs...since you said it isn't in the villages you'll have to ask the town or county where the house resides to know if big dogs are allowed. The rules in the villages aren't necessarily the same as outside the villages.