[Lovey2]

Originally Posted by gerryann

Most of the folks on here that are complaining about dog poop.....have NEVER seen dog poop. Most of those complaining about dogs in restaurants have NEVER seen a dog in a restaurant. None of you have EVER seen a dog poop or pee on a mailbox. Nobody has tripped on a dog or a leash. You haven't had a dog poop on YOUR lawn, YOUR mail station....or even in YOUR neighborhood. You are just going along with the conversation because you don't like dogs or you have had a few too many drinks under your belt when you decide to post your ridiculous anti dog comments or you love to upset other folks just for the fun of it. I know that you know that 99% of the dog owners here in the villages are considerate, caring individuals who would NEVER allow their dog to do their business without picking it up. Take a deep breath, realize that the dogs are here to stay...weather you want them or not...they are here...they will walk where they want, they will eat in the restaurants that will allow it and if you don't like it......move.

"just settle"...hahahaha!!!

[Lovey2]

Originally Posted by ilovetv

We've moved across the USA 11 times and never, not even once--including here--did a real estate listing say it was a "dog friendly" community.

We never needed to ask about whether it was friendly for us with our dog, either, because WE accommodate for our dog and the land he needs for running around and pottying on.

If the one-acre or half-acre lots we had, or the courtyard villa lot we have here were not big enough for the dog to get enough exercise on, then we'd buy a place with several acres.

Can't afford several acres? Then change course. There's acreage for sale outside of TV for a whole lot less.

You can't have your cake and eat it too.

And finally, the title of the newspaper article and the title of this thread got it right: it's the OWNER who's irresponsible and the usual problem, not the dog.

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[kaydee]

he said... she said.... wah wah wah. depends on who you are, what your vice is. An awful lot of people ought to mind their own business , build a bridge and get over it. If it isn't poop, its butts. Guess I won't mention the slobs who just left their 2 empty beer cans in the golf cart parking lot at Mallory today..BTW, we picked them up & placed them in the trash.

[gerryann]

Originally Posted by lovsthosebigdogs

I am moving full time to TG this spring and I know that where I live now my dogs use the yard for pottying before we walk, but just like people, sometimes even after you use the bathroom at home you have to go again after you are out a while. It happens to dogs also. So I bring along bags and clean up. Always. I don't intend to let my dogs walk on anyone's lawn, but I do, or did, intend to just walk my dogs where I walk, in the streets or on paths. I didn't think I would harm or anger anyone. I thought I would just be walking. Period. Now I don't know what to think. Never anywhere I have traveled with my dogs or lived has walking around ever been an issue before. I never thought it would be now. To an 'outsider' as I guess I still am, you have no idea how silly all of this seems. Didn't the people who are complaining about dogs walking here and there come from towns where dogs were out walking with people? What am I missing? I cannot agree with not cleaning up after dogs or walking on people's lawns; that is just plain unacceptable, but walking with one's dog is just one of life's simple pleasures and not that uncommon in most American towns.

Welcome to you and your pups. You will love it here and so will the pups. Unfortunately, these threads about poop, butts, and some other crazy stuff pop up every now and again. Folks just letting off steam. You will enjoy your walks and all of the friendly folks that you will encounter.

[vj1213]

As posted on district site...

The Villages is designed to be a pet friendly community. However, only domestic pets are permitted and they should not make any unreasonable amount of noise or create a nuisance. Pets must be controlled by a leash when not in the confines of the home. As a courtesy, owners should pick up after their pets and respect neighboring property owners. This same courtesy would apply to common areas, multi-modal paths, and the Town Squares. All city and county pet ordinances shall be adhered to.

[billethkid]

Originally Posted by lovsthosebigdogs

I am moving full time to TG this spring and I know that where I live now my dogs use the yard for pottying before we walk, but just like people, sometimes even after you use the bathroom at home you have to go again after you are out a while. It happens to dogs also. So I bring along bags and clean up. Always. I don't intend to let my dogs walk on anyone's lawn, but I do, or did, intend to just walk my dogs where I walk, in the streets or on paths. I didn't think I would harm or anger anyone. I thought I would just be walking. Period. Now I don't know what to think. Never anywhere I have traveled with my dogs or lived has walking around ever been an issue before. I never thought it would be now. To an 'outsider' as I guess I still am, you have no idea how silly all of this seems. Didn't the people who are complaining about dogs walking here and there come from towns where dogs were out walking with people? What am I missing? I cannot agree with not cleaning up after dogs or walking on people's lawns; that is just plain unacceptable, but walking with one's dog is just one of life's simple pleasures and not that uncommon in most American towns.

Don't change your outlook or what you do based on a couple of grumps that have their panties or shorts in a knot. Most of us with dogs do and think like you.
The grumps will claim anything and aledge wholesale mass preponderance.
They have nothing better to do.

Did you ever have one pass you with your dogs and look like at you like you just violated their very being. They are the ones......with the knot in their panties.
I find a big smile and a hearty good morning just jacks em up.

We can acknowledge the minority reports, but we certainly don't have to change what the rest enjoy.

[BritParrothead]

Originally Posted by justjim

Maybe another task for Sumter counties finest---as if they don't have enough to do. Community Watch---does not have "police authority". Somebody pass the popcorn.

I did not mention Community WAtch, I just asked a simple question ! Sorry I asked

[Bonanza]

Originally Posted by Villages PL

We need someone to come up with an invention to deal with dog waste. It might be something that deals with it right on the spot so it doesn't have to be picked up. Something like a pulverizer/sterilizer rod. Invent it and get rich.

What you are asking about was invented many years ago. It's called a "Doggie Dooley." Pick it up and drop it in. That's it!

[archerlc]

I never imagined that Dog Friendly meant that dogs are allowed on others people property. Honest.

[rubicon]

Originally Posted by gerryann

Most of the folks on here that are complaining about dog poop.....have NEVER seen dog poop. Most of those complaining about dogs in restaurants have NEVER seen a dog in a restaurant. None of you have EVER seen a dog poop or pee on a mailbox. Nobody has tripped on a dog or a leash. You haven't had a dog poop on YOUR lawn, YOUR mail station....or even in YOUR neighborhood. You are just going along with the conversation because you don't like dogs or you have had a few too many drinks under your belt when you decide to post your ridiculous anti dog comments or you love to upset other folks just for the fun of it. I know that you know that 99% of the dog owners here in the villages are considerate, caring individuals who would NEVER allow their dog to do their business without picking it up. Take a deep breath, realize that the dogs are here to stay...weather you want them or not...they are here...they will walk where they want, they will eat in the restaurants that will allow it and if you don't like it......move.

Oh but if it were true. I stepped in dog poop and didn't realize it until I returned home. wondered why I was smelling something awful. Thankfully upon exiting my golf cart, and before entering my home, I noticed it on my left shoe.

I just love phrases people use to manipulate, cover up etc. Politicians are famous for it "dog friendly community"= I can do as I please.

I quit smoking years ago and one of the reasons was I did not want to stink up someone home, I avoid politics with people I know who simply can't abide a diifferent opinion. I refrain from swearing because I feel it is offensive and so do not wish to offend.

The fact that community Watch had to go to those lengths at that postal station speaks volumes concerning some dog owners actions.

I agree with btw the offenders are more than likely a minority and as long as they have owned dogs have more than likely acted in an irresponsible manner. but this is TV. TV has rules. TV has a lifestyle that mimics golf protocols civility, courteous and respect. The Daily sun article captured that fact and reported on it.

You want to stop dog poop threads stop dog poop in unwanted places

[Lovey2]

Originally Posted by rubicon

Oh but if it were true. I stepped in dog poop and didn't realize it until I returned home. wondered why I was smelling something awful. Thankfully upon exiting my golf cart, and before entering my home, I noticed it on my left shoe.

I just love phrases people use to manipulate, cover up etc. Politicians are famous for it "dog friendly community"= I can do as I please.

I quit smoking years ago and one of the reasons was I did not want to stink up someone home, I avoid politics with people I know who simply can't abide a diifferent opinion. I refrain from swearing because I feel it is offensive and so do not wish to offend.

The fact that community Watch had to go to those lengths at that postal station speaks volumes concerning some dog owners actions.

I agree with btw the offenders are more than likely a minority and as long as they have owned dogs have more than likely acted in an irresponsible manner. but this is TV. TV has rules. TV has a lifestyle that mimics golf protocols civility, courteous and respect. The Daily sun article captured that fact and reported on it.

You want to stop dog poop threads stop dog poop in unwanted places

Another voice of reason, and right to the heart of it!! This site is full of manipulation, or downright harassment (even if its just cutsie little popcorn boxes) when they don't agree with you. Thank you, but I fear you will now be labeled a "dog hater", rather than somebody that just sees the sense of things.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by Lovey2

Another voice of reason, and right to the heart of it!! This site is full of manipulation, or downright harassment (even if its just cutsie little popcorn boxes) when they don't agree with you. Thank you, but I fear you will now be labeled a "dog hater", rather than somebody that just sees the sense of things.

Lovey2, it is alright to disagree. If a person places a good argument, it is not harassment. We cannot all agree on things. I think we do all agree on this one. There ARE VERY few people who JUST don't care about this place whether they have dogs or not. They didn't care about the LAST place they lived either.... And they will do what is only best for them. They are not only lazy but self centered and when there are enough of them they make a damned mess. (Sorry Rubicon)


Rubicon is arguing fairly. He is stating facts and is not using the dog poop issue because he doesn't like dogs. Some people do use it because they just don't like dogs. That is fine. We all can't like dogs, or children or old people or whoops...better not say THAT. But we can look out for the greater good. When we don't care, then the law enforcers have to step in.


I give great credit to the Responsible Dog Owners group and I am thinking about joining it even though I do NOT have a dog to see what I can help them do to get another dog park in the southernmost regions. Of course even with that, there will be scofflaws and people who will ruin it for all of the good folks who do the right thing.

[Taltarzac725]

Originally Posted by lovsthosebigdogs

I am moving full time to TG this spring and I know that where I live now my dogs use the yard for pottying before we walk, but just like people, sometimes even after you use the bathroom at home you have to go again after you are out a while. It happens to dogs also. So I bring along bags and clean up. Always. I don't intend to let my dogs walk on anyone's lawn, but I do, or did, intend to just walk my dogs where I walk, in the streets or on paths. I didn't think I would harm or anger anyone. I thought I would just be walking. Period. Now I don't know what to think. Never anywhere I have traveled with my dogs or lived has walking around ever been an issue before. I never thought it would be now. To an 'outsider' as I guess I still am, you have no idea how silly all of this seems. Didn't the people who are complaining about dogs walking here and there come from towns where dogs were out walking with people? What am I missing? I cannot agree with not cleaning up after dogs or walking on people's lawns; that is just plain unacceptable, but walking with one's dog is just one of life's simple pleasures and not that uncommon in most American towns.

I have lived in the Villages since 2005 and had a dog for much of this (adopted in January 2007). Never has anyone complained about my dog going on their lawns as I try to pick it up wherever they he goes. Of course, I am not perfect and sometimes miss something he has left or run out of bags or forget to grab a bag.

I have found the Villages very dog friendly. There are problems here and there of course like an aggressive dog maiming a much smaller pooch after the fighting dog broke the hold and the wrist of the dog walker. That happened a few streets over from me. A beagle was dumped on the street and sometimes dogs break out of there yards or homes by various ways. And, there are some people who do not pick up after the canines maybe they have medical reasons why they cannot bend over and pick stuff up?

Unless you move into a neighborhood with someone with OCD about lawns I would not worry that much about it. I do think that great neighbors can play a huge role in whether you will like the Villages or not.

[kittygilchrist]

Other than at home or a culdesac, there's nowhere else around here to allow the dog to poop, as the construction is finishing up and no more vacant lots. It's not ok with me for people and their dogs to trample and toilet on my pathetic zoysia.
However, when someone brings their dog on my yard, I greet them and ask where they live, and seek permission to take my dog to their yard to do her business. It's not a great solution, but given that it's an outrage to allow your animal to crap on someone else's property without permission, this is at least a compromise and agreement to allow it. And hopefully these two dogs will have a yard to go in that nobody will be mad about.

[Lovey2]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

Lovey2, it is alright to disagree. If a person places a good argument, it is not harassment. We cannot all agree on things. I think we do all agree on this one. There ARE VERY few people who JUST don't care about this place whether they have dogs or not. They didn't care about the LAST place they lived either.... And they will do what is only best for them. They are not only lazy but self centered and when there are enough of them they make a damned mess. (Sorry Rubicon)


Rubicon is arguing fairly. He is stating facts and is not using the dog poop issue because he doesn't like dogs. Some people do use it because they just don't like dogs. That is fine. We all can't like dogs, or children or old people or whoops...better not say THAT. But we can look out for the greater good. When we don't care, then the law enforcers have to step in.


I give great credit to the Responsible Dog Owners group and I am thinking about joining it even though I do NOT have a dog to see what I can help them do to get another dog park in the southernmost regions. Of course even with that, there will be scofflaws and people who will ruin it for all of the good folks who do the right thing.

The dog park issue has been taken care of. We've had enough people down here in Gilchrist submit the form asking for a review, and it is being done. I don't have a dog, either, but submitted a form. It seems like a reasonable request and I love dogs. Its the poop, and the use of MY personal property I don't like, and the fact that if I don't agree I am a dog-hater. Simply NOT true, and rude of anyone to assume so. And, I DISAGREE on the harassment issue. Sometimes, it reads as MORE than just a disagreement. New posters get PICKED on...often. It's just not nice. We must all remember (especially me) the written word has no inflection, and can be read in a number of ways. And sometimes CAPS are just for emphasis, NOT yelling.