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I think it depends on the personality of the dog. We could take our golden to restaurants in Europe but rarely did so, unless it was outside. Most did not have a lot of room, and he struggled a bit to fit himself in. Even though the restaurants allowed it, we mostly left him at home, with a couple of exceptions. (He liked sitting outside for after-dinner wine.) We wouldn't take him into big crowds for his own safety.
Our rescue beagle mix is skittish around noises. So no go to any outdoor gathering with her. Walks and dog parks. Most people know their dogs. If I saw a big dog in a crowded situation, I would assume the owner knows the dog is good in that situation, knows how he will act. Was that big dog the OP saw jumping up on people? Truly freaking out? Really, I've never seen a dog jump up on strangers in outdoor markets or other venues. I can't think of one time I've seen that. I give people credit. As for anthropomorphizing pets, I have to mention this: we anthropomorphize many things, God included. So what. Does that mean we're crazy or something? Finally... I may not always have a husband, but I WILL always have a dog. (Although at 52 years together, husband is pretty safe.) |
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Some idiots want to turn "some" into "all"... |
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Difference between cats and dogs:
Dogs have masters and cats have staff. |
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Why?Honest Question
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Most dogs are very social and if trained to behave, they have just as much a right to be there as you. So why don’t you just stay home if this bothers you so much. I currently don’t have a dog and I LOVE getting to greet and pet them all💗🤣
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1. Dogs don’t get drunk at events 2. Dogs don’t drive the golf carts into walls 3. Dogs are more handsome than most Villagers 4. Dogs are more behaved than certain Villagers 5. Dogs don’t save “spots” in the bleachers for their friends. Just kidding….. happy holidays to all! |
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totally agree, leave the pets at home, if they need you that much, stay with them.
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Does taking a pet for a walk in a baby carriage actually considered " taking a pet for a walk"? It seems to defeat the purpose.
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138 posts............is this some sort of a record?
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A support animal is a made up term
A real service dog must have a note from a doctor. You can not ask the person what if anything is wrong with them, but according to Fl law you can ask what the dog is trained to do. A business can decline to entry to a support animal but not a true service dog. Just because you went online and brought a vest or a leash with “service animal” it doesn’t make it real.
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Sometimes, it's the best one can do to get fresh air and see the world outside their home... |
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people are responsible. As far as a business POLICING customers, Imagine the POSTS from SOME of our fellow Villagers. They have ALL decided it is not a good idea. Grocery, better not to realize the previous user decided THEIR mutt that just stepped in poop, is needed as a consultant to decide what FOOD to purchase. Have not seen any pet, oops, service pigs. |
Because it’s good for socialization. Who cares if someone brings a dog. There are so many busy bodies trying to get involved in other peoples business here.
I encourage more people to bring their dogs. |
I've seen dogs at the squares, but I've never seen one that seemed distressed by the crowds or the noise, probably because the owner has taken the time to desensitize the dog to such an environment, by, (get ready for this now...) bringing the dog to places with people and noise.
If the dog has been conditioned to it, and is behaving well, I have no problem with it. Not all dogs are bothered by it. Some dogs tolerate guns being shot over their heads, other dogs hide under the bed when a car door gets slammed shut. If the dog is freaking out, and as I say, I haven't personally seen this at the squares, then the owner should get the dog away and seek some professional guidance in dog behavior and training, and learn how to gradually desensitize the dog to such an environment. This can be a daunting task, and likely more time consuming than most dog owners realize, or are willing to undertake. Training dogs is not that hard to do, but it requires an owner who is willing to do it, and consistently reenforce desired behaviors, while calmly, assertively, and humanely, discouraging undesirable behaviors. |
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Uh oh! :duck: Saw an allergy post on the other page. Used to work with a guy that couldn't be around dogs for that reason. For him we had a strict no dogs at work policy. The couple times it happened he got annoyed and a few of us mentioned it to the owners and the dog was kept away from roaming our side until they took it out and left. I also knew a little kid who loved dogs but if he pet them would stir up his allergy and the mom always had to refrain him from doing so because she didn't want to have to rush him to the ER. Sad on both cases but allergies suck. |
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What is deffect? |
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"Who care"? I, and many others who have been attacked, are allergic, feel dogs don't belong at every human focused event or business. "Get involved in other peoples business". By bringing a dog to a crowded publick event, you are messing with other people's business and their right and ability to enjoy the public festivities. I encourage folks to leave their pets at home for the benefit of all, pet and human. |
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If bringing beautiful dogs to the squares at night, is your number one bug in this world ..This, and having to post it, you are very lucky indeed.....
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"Beautiful dogs"? Definitely in the eye of the owner. |
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