[Cathy H]

we can be assured that all the dogs will not wear a hat in the restaurant, which could be an improvement in some places

[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by Barefoot

I agree.
Pet owners are usually mature and responsible people.
I think the restaurant will pick up more business than it loses.

How do you do a Poll??.............This would be fun.

[ditka41]

Just hope they maintain a current and complete listing of all the places that allow pets so I'll know where to avoid. Have no desire to dine with dogs or use any plates, dishes, etc. that critters have touched. Consider the contamination from establishments washing their dog- bowls in the same dishwashers that "people items" go into! Totally disgusting in my opinion. They're dogs, keep them out of dining establishments. If you're so desperate for companionship you must have your pets along, please consider getting a real life.
gary

[rockyisle]

When we return in the fall, I'll definitely check out the restaurants in Wildwood that are allowing dogs. We prefer to eat outside when the weather is mild and we love dogs and cats. While we probably wouldn't take our dog out when we dine, I'm certainly not offended by them sitting near me while I eat or drink. In fact, they can be much better behaved than many of your grandchildren who come to visit... I've never heard a dog screaming in the pool at the top of its voice, driving your golf cart without you on board - tearing up the golf courses in the middle of the night... and list goes on and on...
You have all given me a great chuckle this afternoon... Good for Wildwood - they will join fabulous town like Carmel, California - which even (God Forbid) has dog bowls of fresh water outside most stores...

[Nana18]

I sure do agree - I would never go and eat where dogs are allowed. The thought of a dog eating out of a "people" plate and then a person using the same plate - even if it was washed is gross.

[RedChariot]

Originally Posted by blueash

What Wildwood did was add language to the city Land Use Code to allow restaurants to ask for permission to have dogs in outdoor dining.
http://www.wildwood-fl.gov/vertical/....23_Agenda.pdf

This is required because if there is not local authorization then non-service dogs are prohibited by law. Florida law allows local counties and cities to exempt permitted restaurants from that prohibition. First the local government must adopt a permitting procedure which requires the restaurant to apply individually for a doggie dining permit. The information on the permit:
shall require, at a minimum, the following information:
1. The name, location, and mailing address of the public food service establishment.

2. The name, mailing address, and telephone contact information of the permit applicant.

3. A diagram and description of the outdoor area to be designated as available to patrons’ dogs, including dimensions of the designated area; a depiction of the number and placement of tables, chairs, and restaurant equipment, if any; the entryways and exits to the designated outdoor area; the boundaries of the designated area and of other areas of outdoor dining not available for patrons’ dogs; any fences or other barriers; surrounding property lines and public rights-of-way, including sidewalks and common pathways; and such other information reasonably required by the permitting authority. The diagram or plan shall be accurate and to scale but need not be prepared by a licensed design professional.

4. A description of the days of the week and hours of operation that patrons’ dogs will be permitted in the designated outdoor area.


Additionally there are several requirements the restaurant must follow to protect the health of the public:
Chapter 509 Section 233 - 2012 Florida Statutes - The Florida Senate

1. All public food service establishment employees shall wash their hands promptly after touching, petting, or otherwise handling dogs. Employees shall be prohibited from touching, petting, or otherwise handling dogs while serving food or beverages or handling tableware or before entering other parts of the public food service establishment.

2. Patrons in a designated outdoor area shall be advised that they should wash their hands before eating. Waterless hand sanitizer shall be provided at all tables in the designated outdoor area.

3. Employees and patrons shall be instructed that they shall not allow dogs to come into contact with serving dishes, utensils, tableware, linens, paper products, or any other items involved in food service operations.

4. Patrons shall keep their dogs on a leash at all times and shall keep their dogs under reasonable control.

5. Dogs shall not be allowed on chairs, tables, or other furnishings.

6. All table and chair surfaces shall be cleaned and sanitized with an approved product between seating of patrons. Spilled food and drink shall be removed from the floor or ground between seating of patrons.

7. Accidents involving dog waste shall be cleaned immediately and the area sanitized with an approved product. A kit with the appropriate materials for this purpose shall be kept near the designated outdoor area.

8. A sign or signs reminding employees of the applicable rules shall be posted on premises in a manner and place as determined by the local permitting authority.

9. A sign or signs reminding patrons of the applicable rules shall be posted on premises in a manner and place as determined by the local permitting authority.

10. A sign or signs shall be posted in a manner and place as determined by the local permitting authority that places the public on notice that the designated outdoor area is available for the use of patrons and patrons’ dogs.

11. Dogs shall not be permitted to travel through indoor or nondesignated outdoor portions of the public food service establishment, and ingress and egress to the designated outdoor portions of the public food service establishment must not require entrance into or passage through any indoor area of the food establishment.

So you obviously will not see any dogs on chairs or off leashes. You will see sanitizer on every table. You will see the tables and chairs sanitized between patrons. You will not see any dogs being in contact with dishes or utensils. You will not see servers petting the dogs if they are serving food or drinks or handling tableware. Right?

You all know darn well that those servers will be petting the dogs hoping for a big tip and turn right around and serve you your meal. No way they are going to a sink to wash. Pet dander will be on their clothes and then again serve you. If the dogs defecate or urinate considering they are being fed, we must be subjected to this order and bacteria. Who is libel if I trip over a dog? The dog owner or the establishment?

[perrjojo]

Originally Posted by Nana18

I sure do agree - I would never go and eat where dogs are allowed. The thought of a dog eating out of a "people" plate and then a person using the same plate - even if it was washed is gross.

Do you worry about people with contagious diseases having eaten off a plate you may eat from? Happens every day.
Do you avoid eating in homes of friends who have pets? I'll bet their pet may have shared a people plate at least once.

[wendyquat]

Pretty ridiculous stuff! There are probably more residents urinating or defacating in their Depends on the patios than dogs! Can y'all just move on before my dog reads this and gets ideas?

[gerryann]

I have to admit. A lot of these comments make me laugh.

There are so many things to get upset about....why pick something so trivial? This is so insignificant in the scheme of things. It has such a simple solution......just stay away from these places. The folks that love dogs will be there in your place. This is a very positive business decision for the restaurant and I hope more follow suit.

[gomoho]

Originally Posted by wendyquat

Pretty ridiculous stuff! There are probably more residents urinating or defacating in their Depends on the patios than dogs! Can y'all just move on before my dog reads this and gets ideas?

[Bizdoc]

I submit that my dog is not only smarter than your grandkid, she's probably got better hygiene.

Don't you have something better to obcess about, like stickers on mail boxes or the change in music on WVLG?

[Topspinmo]

I have pet, I never consider taking her to Restaurant, public outings, or to the movies.
I guess I don't consider her as one of the children. As far as them eating off plates, I would imagine majority people will WASH them! well maybe not from some of the stories I hear around here?

[Patty55]

Originally Posted by Nana18

I sure do agree - I would never go and eat where dogs are allowed. The thought of a dog eating out of a "people" plate and then a person using the same plate - even if it was washed is gross.

Helloooo, they don't get a people plate. Any place I've been to has given a disposable dish.

[Patty55]

Originally Posted by Cathy H

we can be assured that all the dogs will not wear a hat in the restaurant, which could be an improvement in some places

Mine sometimes wear them, but only when they wear their blue dresses.

[buggyone]

Originally Posted by wendyquat

Pretty ridiculous stuff! There are probably more residents urinating or defacating in their Depends on the patios than dogs! Can y'all just move on before my dog reads this and gets ideas?

This is the BEST post that has been on TOTV in a long time.