[noslices1]

All the public drinking fountains in The Villages have been turned off. Have to take extra water on the golf courses now.

[PennBF]

Things are not clearing up. In the last 24 hours 81 new cases of Covid-19 have been recorded in Sumter County. That does not sound like it is clearing up to me???

[kcrazorbackfan]

Originally Posted by RAAndre

After all this time they decide to shut off the water at the dog parks today? Things are opening up all around the state and they decide to do this now? The dogs need water. I can't believe it.

From the mental state I’ve observed with some people driving their golf carts lately, someone probably got thirsty and was seen licking water out of the dog bowl......

[Two Bills]

Originally Posted by kcrazorbackfan

From the mental state I’ve observed with some people driving their golf carts lately, someone probably got thirsty and was seen licking water out of the dog bowl......

Poop! I didn't think anyone saw me!

[Travelingal702]

OMG, is there ANYTHING here that people CAN'T complain about? No water at the dog parks??? Good lord, bring your own! I'm irritated that it rains in the middle of the day, thereby ruining my golf game. Make it STOP and reschedule it for later in the evening!

[kendi]

Originally Posted by DecaturFargo

That's not the point. Is this a deterrent to having figs? This is irresponsible from The Villages.

Best to know the facts before making accusations. Did you ask them why the water is locked up????

[zonerboy]

I’ve never been to a dog park, here or anywhere, where water wasn’t provided. Shutting it off seems pretty silly to me. But then again maybe some Villagers are afraid it might spread brain eating amoeba.

[PugMom]

Originally Posted by zonerboy

I’ve never been to a dog park, here or anywhere, where water wasn’t provided. Shutting it off seems pretty silly to me. But then again maybe some Villagers are afraid it might spread brain eating amoeba.

YES!!!! that's exactly why our pets (and us, too) get bottled/purified water. they say lots of rain here can cause some kind of overflow-runoff that contaminates drinking water. i've heard of a few boil water warnings, & even though not in our location, i still use dasani. that brain amoeba story was enough to freak me out. some laugh or make fun, but it's way cheaper than a vet or emergency room bill.

[JoeT328]

I bring my own water, but some of these replies are hysterical

[Curtisbwp]

Sorry, i guess it is the way i was raised or perhaps it is just my Military training but i rely on NO ONE. When i accept the responsibility of careing for a dog it is MY responsibility to care for that dog!! Do not rely on anyone else to water your dog. YOU know the dog will need water so bring it.
How much are you charged for the use of the dog park?

[KRM0614]

The bills never go down there’s no transparency. The residents here pay for everything including the water the sales offices drink.

[NavyVet]

Originally Posted by Laker14

America's Snarkiest Hometown.

LOL! After all, The Villages IS a cross between "The Dome" and Stepford for Seniors. Just kidding! (not)

[Travelingal702]

Originally Posted by NavyVet

LOL! After all, The Villages IS a cross between "The Dome" and Stepford for Seniors. Just kidding! (not)

THIS is the BEST!

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by KRM0614

The bills never go down there’s no transparency. The residents here pay for everything including the water the sales offices drink.

[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by bumpygreens

We take our dogs to Mulberry Grove dog park. I noticed the water was shut off a couple days ago. We have been bringing our own water so it didn't make any difference to us, but most of the other dog owners were taken by surprise. It doesn't make any sense unless some of the dog owners were drinking out of the hoses. Senseless decision-making seems to be a side effect of Covid.

Dogs and cats in very, very small numbers have been tested to have CV. It is believed that they can NOT spread it to humans. But, it is also known that CV is new and, therefore, not there is not enough research to know all the facts. Also, there is some evidence that CV can mutate and has mutated. So, the dog park managers may(?) be acting out of concerned caution?