Community Chat

[bargainsgirl]

We have many festivals in our area during the summer.  There are also functions at school grounds and there are signs that cleary say no dogs yet people still bring them.   I do wish people would leave their dogs home and not subject them to crowds and heat.  It is also not very easy to walk arounf when large animals are trying to share the sidewalk and walkways. I have only had cats for pets and many of my friends have dogs.  I like them but I do think home is a better place for them at times like these.  

[JeanLouiseFinch]

I love my dog like crazy, but I agree with you 100%, @bargainsgirl  

[ECBG]

Our dog Shadow is our 3rd child.  I would never drag him everywhere.  Some people have allergies as well!

[vermint]

I would never dream of taking my dog to any kind of festival or anything where there are crowds of people! Not everyone is an animal lover.

[Citrine1]

What annoys me even more than this is those who insist on bringing their dogs to the food stores, Home Depot, etc.  (and I'm not talking about service dogs).  

[Iwantcoffee]

The only place we take our dog is to the vet, his groomer is their too. I agree, home is the best place for our dog.  

[Another new name Sue]

I feel sorry for dogs when I see them at hot, crowded public events because they don't seem to be enjoying themselves. Maybe those dogs can't be left home alone,tear up things, pee, bark disturbing neighbors, etc. 

I do take my dog to a Home Depot because he loves it and occasionally to a pet store. We have taken him to outside dining 2-3 times but I don't like him lying on the ground under the table where people out their feet. Too dirty for a small dog we handle and pet. 

[CelticCrafter]

Because everyone is supposed to love their dogs, don't you know?

[occasionalrain]

@Another new name Sue 

Bring a mat along for him to lie upon. I've seen other outside diners do that. 

[Kachina624]

If a venue has a "no pets" rule it is their responsibility to enforce it.  People bringing dogs should be asked to leave.

Everyone thinks their little darling has the perfect disposition but any dog under stress can snap or bite.  I've seen it happen. The venue would then be responsible for allowing the dog to be there.