Dogs in stores

[pomtzu]

I see in no point to even mention pit bulls after saying 'I'm not singling out a particular breed either'...you could of just said I've met very loveable dogs and some nasty dogs. Very contradicting statement there.

I'm not thinking about myself, I'm thinking about my dogs. Socialization and not leaving them bored in the house are two reasons why. As for safety of other people. I have my dogs on a leash of which I'm in FULL control of, that alone is safety for others. As for me I know my dogs would not feel comfortable in a cart (ouchie their paws) nor a tote bag, so thats why I allowed them to walk on a leash, but thats just me and because my dogs like to walk.

You can't tell if a dog is dog park friendly either, but once the dog starts to act up, the owner is asked to leave, same rules should apply in a store setting.

Since you made reference to the bully breed, I was just going with the flow. I fail to see what is contradictory in what I said. And I don't feel the need to take my dogs to the store to socialize - they get plenty of love and attention and socialization right here at home. They probably enjoy their quiet time when I go shopping and leave them here.

I'm not here to try to change anybody's mind about anything. We all have opinions, just as we all have.......well, you know how that ends.

So this dinosaur is done here, because no matter what I say, there will be a rebuttal and the bantering will go on and on and on............

Again - as I said - it's my opinion and it doesn't amount to a hill of beans.

[Candy317]

Since you made reference to the bully breed, I was just going with the flow. I fail to see what is contradictory in what I said. And I don't feel the need to take my dogs to the store to socialize - they get plenty of love and attention and socialization right here at home. They probably enjoy their quiet time when I go shopping and leave them here.

I'm not here to try to change anybody's mind about anything. We all have opinions, just as we all have.......well, you know how that ends.

So this dinosaur is done here, because no matter what I say, there will be a rebuttal and the bantering will go on and on and on............

Again - as I said - it's my opinion and it doesn't amount to a hill of beans.

I don't see the need for the attitude. And I don't see how they can be socialized in the home.

My dogs have been socialized because of dog parks and outings where they see dogs from chihuahuas to great danes and people from men, children, women, black, asian, tall people, short people ect. I've seen too many dogs having aggression towards men, blacks, big dogs, small dogs, ect because they are not use to seeing them to keep them cooped up in the house.

[*LabLoverKEB*]

I don't understand nor will I ever understand why some people keep brining up posts and threads from the past.... It done. It's over with. Lets leave it alone, and MOVE ON.

[Candy317]

I don't understand nor will I ever understand why some people keep brining up posts and threads from the past.... It done. It's over with. Lets leave it alone, and MOVE ON.

You know you don't have to comment/post if you don't like it Some people actually like a good debate once in a while.

[*LabLoverKEB*]

Ok, whatever. I've stayed out of these so-called 'debates' for as long as I've been a member here.
This is more picking at a subject from a few weeks ago that went into flames... I've tried to stay out. But it's now getting old to log on PT and there is still a argument going on. Let's move on, please.

[Candy317]

Ok, whatever. I've stayed out of these so-called 'debates' for as long as I've been a member here.
This is more picking at a subject from a few weeks ago that went into flames... I've tried to stay out. But it's now getting old to log on PT and there is still a argument going on. Let's move on, please.

There are plenty of other topics and picture threads to look at if you don't like it

[GiantSchnauzer]

There's a time and a place for everything. Dogs don't belong in stores. I take my well behaved dogs where ever I can. However, I don't take them shopping with me. Imagine what stores would turn into if everyone was allowed to bring their dogs shopping. The major pet chains can't even keep their stores spotless. On top of that some folks can't even control their kids let alone a dog. Then you have to take into consideration that there are people out there that don't like dogs. It's beyond me why people can't leave there dogs home for a couple hours and run a few errands.

just my opinion of course. :-)

[Grace]

. . . . Some people actually like a good debate once in a while.

As was mentioned in another post some months back, this is not the PT Debating Board. If debate is what you seek, try this.

[Candy317]

As was mentioned in another post some months back, this is not the PT Debating Board. If debate is what you seek, try this.

Why would you refer people to another forum? That seems sort of silly, to drive members away from a forum. Plus GP is a pretty nonactive forum. As long as people treat each other with respect, I don't see a problem with debating every now and then. Is it in the rules that we cannot debate on PT? I don't see whats wrong with disagreements. The world isn't skittles, my little ponies, rainbows, people holding hands, and having the same beliefs you know?

[pomtzu]

Ok kids - play nice - I'm out of here. I know that will make a select few very happy.

You see - I have a couple of friends stopping over for a visit and they will have their kids with them. Maybe they'll even bring their dogs! See that - I don't even have to leave the house - and my dogs will get to socialize.

Nitey-nite now.

[Husky_mom]

ok.. where to start... lol

if dogs are allowed.. then I´d feel free to make mine (but wouldn´t as I know how they behave, good but not store perfect).. the thing is there are sooo many irresposible owners/parents.. just as the ones described.. turning to the other side when their pooch poops or something.. and maybe that´s why not many places accept dogs.. and they are in their right to so do..

but I think if you have a well trained dog that won´t harrass customers/kids, if you are responsible for his/her actions poop/eat/etc.. and it´s allowed by the store you should be able to... but, the "law" or rules should be reinforced.. you break it, you pay it.. YOU are responsible of what your kid/dog does.. and some kind of fine in case you didn´t..

also what´s up with slipping and suing.. just get up, dust off and walk away .. come on.. this is something i just don´t get..

as for bringing posts of the back and letting go.. i think this is a different topic just mentioned in another thread.. so to me is fair game..IMO..

and I didn´t saw the other as going into flames... threads don´t burst up by themselves.. it´s WE who light them up.. a thread might be about a confrontional subject.. don´t take the step forward and light it up..

and yes.. we should be able to debate.. as long as it´s politely.. not callling names or anything.. debates may get heated.. but they can be controlled.. at least i think we can control ourselves

and about the going somewhere else to debate?.. what is it with that?.. can´t we do it here?..I know this is a Pet forum... but pet relates issues are being discussed.. so why go somewhere else... if anyone doesn´t likes to debate.. then don´t and let the ones that do.. do so.. if i want to see pics I will.. if i want to debate I will.. if i want to post about something I will.. if i couldn´t then why be here at all?.. we can be nice to each other even when things get heated.. at least i know I can