[Bonanza]

I attended the craft show in LSL this past weekend on Saturday and Sunday. Saturday it was mobbed and there were areas where you could barely walk because it was so crowded. On Sunday, it was not as bad.

If there was one thing that was a negative and in my mind, a big negative, it's the people that bring their dog to an event such as this. Dogs have no place being taken to a public event! It is too crowded, usually too hot, and inconsiderate to the public at large and the pet. I almost stepped on two little guys because I did not see them.

What is wrong with these owners other than the fact that they are selfish and think everyone wants to see their dog. No, we don't want to see your dog at any public event!!!

Owners: Take your dog to a dog park; take your dog for a neighborhood walk; take your dog and window shop on a normal day. But DON'T bring your dog when a special event is going on!

I am a pet lover and pet owner so I don't need to be crucified for my comment. I just consider myself a responsible owner.

[janieb]

I am a pet owner too and had the same thoughts as you, I think it is unfair to the pets. I had the same complaint at the uptown art fair in Minneapolis and the Ann Arbor art fair.

[theorem painter]

I am an artist who exhibits at art fairs in the northeast during the summer. Every weekend I see these poor dogs walking on the hot pavement. Some times I even put a bowl of water at the front of my booth because the stupid dog owners never think that their dogs might be as thirsty as they are.

[Down Sized]

Most pet owners won't think this applies to them. What are they THINK'N? Not.

[Parker]

I actually like seeing the dogs out and about, and I do think the pets like being out with their owners, seeing and smelling new things. However, I do agree that some pet owners, not all, do not have good judgement on the comfort of their pets or the general public. I doubt there is a fix for this. Clueless people are, well, clueless.

[PaPaLarry]

Originally Posted by Parker

I actually like seeing the dogs out and about, and I do think the pets like being out with their owners, seeing and smelling new things. However, I do agree that some pet owners, not all, do not have good judgement on the comfort of their pets or the general public. I doubt there is a fix for this. Clueless people are, well, clueless.

From what I can see here, "The Fix" is to leave your dog at home!!!! Especially when it is as crowded as people are explaining in this post. I too own a dog, but don't bring her to these type of situations. Also, it shortens your visit, because of the dog being tired and thirsty. Maybe we should ask the "Dog Whisperer"??? After all, we do love our doggies. (:

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by PaPaLarry

From what I can see here, "The Fix" is to leave your dog at home!!!! Especially when it is as crowded as people are explaining in this post. I too own a dog, but don't bring her to these type of situations. Also, it shortens your visit, because of the dog being tired and thirsty. Maybe we should ask the "Dog Whisperer"??? After all, we do love our doggies. (:

I agree. You do need to use some empathy with what your pooch is experiencing. I hate it when I see a dog having to walk on hot pavement or one who looks like it really needs water.

I did take my dog one year to see the Budweiser Clydesdales at Lake Sumter Landing Square and he hated it. Clydesdales Hitch Event Schedule | Budweiser All the loud noises scared him. You can usually tell what a dog is feeling from how she moves her tail and ears. Mine's tail was between his legs and his ears were sometimes down.

The dog park at times has even had too many dogs for comfort especially when you have your dog around a lot of others that are unfamiliar.

[salpal]

I have two small dogs and would never think to bring them to the square. It is not fair to the dogs. It's crowded and scary when you weigh about 10 lbs and everyone is a giant around you. The cement and blacktop is too hot.

I don't want a bunch of people touching them, who knows if they have the flu or whatever. I see poor little dogs almost being stepped upon while their unconscious owners wander about. At the craft show, saw a woman pushing a baby carriage with a dog in it...really?????

I think all pets (except service dogs) should be banned from the squares. Leave your pets at home.

[Wing-nut2]

No one love your children or your pets the way you do.

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by salpal

I have two small dogs and would never think to bring them to the square. It is not fair to the dogs. It's crowded and scary when you weigh about 10 lbs and everyone is a giant around you. The cement and blacktop is too hot.

I don't want a bunch of people touching them, who knows if they have the flu or whatever. I see poor little dogs almost being stepped upon while their unconscious owners wander about. At the craft show, saw a woman pushing a baby carriage with a dog in it...really?????

I think all pets (except service dogs) should be banned from the squares. Leave your pets at home.

My dog does like the Squares at certain times. It is often very quiet on the Square and you see a lot of dogs who seem to really enjoy being there.

[keithwand]

We have 2 dogs and agree. Why bring your pets?
Leave them home for safety sake.

[asianthree]

i agree someone could hurt the pet in crowds,,but getting those who bring their pets anyway, either don't have a clue or never think about what could happen to them

[BarryRX]

The art fair at LSL was so crowded that it was very difficult to walk through. People were shoulder to shoulder and were shuffling a few steps at a time to make headway. It was way too crowded to be walking through with dogs on a leash.

[LI SNOWBIRD]

Originally Posted by salpal

I have two small dogs and would never think to bring them to the square. It is not fair to the dogs. It's crowded and scary when you weigh about 10 lbs and everyone is a giant around you. The cement and blacktop is too hot.

I don't want a bunch of people touching them, who knows if they have the flu or whatever. I see poor little dogs almost being stepped upon while their unconscious owners wander about. At the craft show, saw a woman pushing a baby carriage with a dog in it...really?????

I think all pets (except service dogs) should be banned from the squares. Leave your pets at home.

Here, here
Well said --I agree

[peggyb]

Thank you for saying what I was afraid to because of the back lashing I would receive. I love pets, but sometimes I think they should just be left at home. I really just think the owners enjoy all of the attention they receive when someone ooohs and ahhhs at their pets and doesn't think of the pets themselves, or what could happen if the pet acts on being afraid. A dog at the craft show was barking and carrying on so bad I was afraid it was going to bite someone.