Why do some people feel entitled to take their dog everywhere?

cbmare · 03-31-2011, 07:49 PM

I had to complain at one of our local farmer's market because too many people had their dogs in there. One dog actually jumped up on one of the sausage sellers table. Others will carry the little dogs and their slobber gets all over the produce.

There are plenty of signs stating that they are not allowed, except for service animals, as it should be.

There have been a couple of dog fights break out in the past. Since all counties are in a world of hurt, why not start citing the people for violation? It says right on the sign what the code is.

I'm not talking about them being on the sidewalk on the outside of the market. These people are walking right down the aisles.

While I'm barking, I hate those leashes that allow the dog to be about 20 ft away from the owner. I've seen people trip on those things.

icedragon6669 · 03-31-2011, 07:55 PM

As a dog owner I can say THANK GOD not all dog owners are like that. LOL, I cannot stand it when I visit local shops that have dogs that let the dogs slobber and jump all over customers! I walked out of one business this week for that reason. YUCK! (and I have a dog who is a family member to me)

I often wonder why owners can walk their dogs past peoples houses and let the things sh*t in other peoples yards :|, we have one that comes all the way into our front yard and does its business right next to our driveway, right in that spot you first step out the car coming home

DisgruntledOne · 03-31-2011, 07:59 PM

I love dogs more than I like people. To me they are like little hairy kids. Kids are not allowed to slobber on produce, fight in public or jump on food tables. Ewwwww. People need to be held responsible for their inability to be a good dogs owner......people train ur dogs please....

DixC Chix · 03-31-2011, 08:30 PM

Mare - I agree but I have to say I think it is a California thing. I have lived in or visited a quite a few other states and I never came across as many "dog-friendly" restaurants, event venues, stores/markets etc as in CA. They are everywhere!!! Woof!
And you're right - it would be a great revenue source.

I am a long time dog lover and take my dog for a walk every day. I always take a bag to pick up her stuff. I can't, much to my chagrin, pick up her droplets of pee. I had one neighbor that was so pi$$ed (hah) off, he tried to run me over. I ask you, what can I do when she squats to drop a few (she all peed out for the most part in my front yard). Its not like she was peeing on his lawn - we lay gravel and rocks out here. We have coyotes that pee and poop everywhere anyway.

I do use the stretch leash

but it does have a retractor and a lock so I can reel her in and keep her on heel.

Serbrider · 03-31-2011, 08:31 PM

I don't mind people taking their dogs places, I actually like that dogs are taken places.... that dogs are allowed to be taken.

Because there ARE signs up saying "no pets apart from service animals", that should be a clue... NO PETS APART FROM SERVICE ANIMALS.

Just because it's "outside" does not mean that you can automatically bring your dog there.

I agree... there should be some kind of action taken for violations of this. A $100 or $200 fine should deter people... should.

XLMuffnTop · 03-31-2011, 08:37 PM

There's someone in our neighborhood that let's their chihuahua out to roam the neighborhood as it pleases. Just because it's a runt of a dog doesn't mean it's not a dog.

It poops in everyone's yard, antagonizes my dog (who's contained in our backyard) and barks at us and our kids in our own front yard. Really? Have you not heard of the leash law? I just can't figure out who's flippin' dog it is!

icedragon6669 · 03-31-2011, 08:40 PM

hehe at the pee.. i have a girl dog , not much you can do with that.

but honestly people here take male dogs walking past shops and let dogs mark the walls/front parts of the shops.

in the morning if you walk past one set of shops we have here and every few metres has dog pee dripping down. Why cant those owners not walk so close to that wall, why not walk them out near the drain if you know your dog marks.

I love dogs out and about though if they are under control i do think its rather cruel if dogs are locked up in small yards all day without any stimulation, they are smart animals that need socialising. Not sure at those dogs that jump all over strangers though, not sure people are up with obedience training, or if thats the case leads and staying away from people.

ArcticFrogs · 03-31-2011, 09:02 PM

If I recall (citation needed), some places have laws that allow people to count just about any dog as a service animal, claiming mental health dependency or something like that. Basically, an emotional dependency due to stress, public anxiety, etc...

While I have absolutely no doubt that there are legitimate cases of this, and that the law is there to help the people that truly benefit from having a companion animal (even if not vital for physical reasons, like a seeing-eye dog)...a lot of people are abusing that loophole, and it leaves shopkeepers in a bit of a bind.

I'd hate to see people who truly benefit from the concept end up losing the right because other people are selfishly exploiting it.

cbmare · 03-31-2011, 09:06 PM

We were walking in Placerville last year and some woman with her "cute" dog were quite surprised when he jumped out in front of me and started barking. I didn't even know the dog was there. He was between her and the wall. The "cute" dog had to wear a muzzle! Wonder why?

It may be a Calif thing but where there is fresh food and meat out for people to buy, then a dog doesn't belong there. Inconsiderate owners need to be cited.

I feel the same way about exotic birds. There was a mother of a friend of my daughter's who worked at a vet. She took home many of the animals over the weekend and cared for them. However, she was in the grocery store with an exotic bird on her shoulder. That thing had crapped all down her back. It was starting to drip on the floor. Yep, you guess it. I complained. Why should workers and shoppers risk slipping on bird poop? Not to mention she was petting that thing and touching produce. Oh my. Unhappy woman when she was asked to make her purchases and leave the store.

ddc · 03-31-2011, 09:37 PM

I don't even understand people taking their pets to Petsmart and Petco.

I did get in trouble once in a federal park. I was hiking and had my dog with me and I had to go to the bathroom. I didn't feel like I could leave her tied up outside unattended, so I took her into the bathroom with me. One other person was in there and she was washing her hands when I walked in. A park worker dude banged on the door (scared me to death!) and said "no dogs in the bathroom". At that point I was almost done anyway

lizziep · 04-01-2011, 02:42 AM

ugh this bugs me too. i work in a call center and you wouldn't believe how many people try to bring their dogs to work. not okay!!! seriously. i'm trying to work and your dog is barking, stinking, whatevering... it's a distraction. had a coworker bring a huge dog and i've always been a little scared of dogs, well i opened the door and there he was and i screamed a little and it was awkward. sorry but your dog is the size of a couch, how did you even get it in your car?! ugh.

i have experienced multiple times the pet that is obviously a pet and not a service dog thing too. once at JURY DUTY! the dog was filthy and obviously not a service dog, but maybe that's what the lady was going for because they got rid of her fast.

P H A T · 04-01-2011, 08:40 AM

Ugggghh I totally feel you on this one. I like dogs & everything, but I don't treat dogs like people, they are NOT people. They are DOGS. LoL.. I dont know why ppl feel the need to take dogs Everywhere they go. There are some places that just aren't ment for animals & markets & stores should be one of them...

When I see people's dogs waiting in the car at the grocery store Im just like..

... seriously?

Dont get me wrong I like dogs, I have one of my own.. I treat him well, take him on walks, groom him, etc.. but he's a dog, not a child. He doesn't sit on my furniture, or come ANYWHERE near my kitchen... they dont belong there! .. people PLEASE train your dogs.. LOL

Ruthxxx · 04-01-2011, 08:54 AM

Long-time dog owner and trainer and evaluator checking in here. And yes, I like dogs better than lots of people.

I'm known as The Delta Dog Lady.

I have absolutely no tolerance for badly trained dogs in any situation. They do not belong in food stores or other places, especially when there is signage no matter how well trained they are.

That being said, my dogs and some others attend our little Anglican Church and behave beautifully. When I go out to dinner, they are sometimes allowed to come along but only on invitation.

As to leash laws and anti-poop laws, we do have a bylaw enforcement officer here but you have to be very specific as to who and when. Pictures are appreciated. The friendly villagers took the law into their own hands a few years ago and posted signs throughout the village stating "Norm B's dogs pooped here".

souvenirdarling · 04-01-2011, 09:08 AM

Erg, I'd be really grossed out if they were drooling on product and I would speak up.

I think a lot of people are dependent upon their dogs for feeling loved, and indulge their pets.

DixC Chix · 04-01-2011, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by ArcticFrogs

If I recall (citation needed), some places have laws that allow people to count just about any dog as a service animal, claiming mental health dependency or something like that. Basically, an emotional dependency due to stress, public anxiety, etc...

While I have absolutely no doubt that there are legitimate cases of this, and that the law is there to help the people that truly benefit from having a companion animal (even if not vital for physical reasons, like a seeing-eye dog)...a lot of people are abusing that loophole, and it leaves shopkeepers in a bit of a bind.

I'd hate to see people who truly benefit from the concept end up losing the right because other people are selfishly exploiting it.

Most definitely, any 'companion' dogs should be certified as such by going through a little testing for aggressiveness and simple obedience. They should have to wear the designation as such when they are in a restaurant or store. This would give the business owner a leg to stand on.