Dogs in stores

[Candy317]

I've even brought my dogs to college with me on a couple of occasions, usually for a presentation, once about dog massage and another of dog therapy. They sat through the whole class, not making one peep, and some students that came in late was suprised when it was time to leave that I had a dog with me the whole time! The dean and everyone in the school loved it when I brought them.

[Asiel]

Thats a very broad generalization in the bold.

And I find what your vet does cruel. Dogs NEED to be walked. I've seen dogs lose muscle mass from being carried a purse all day and never walked. If the dog is vaccinated I don't see the need for fear of diseases. Does it ever be allowed to take a walk down the block? There are much much more diseases on grass and in neighborhoods than the dog would contact in a store. Reminds me of the movie Bubble Boy. A vet office is a different store however.

Seeing that Monica worked in a pet store and witnessed what I just said I don't think it's a generalized opinion. But it is the general owners that do act like this since everyone in the store states the same opinion.

As for my vet being cruel maybe you should pay attention to what you read. I didn't say she never allowed her dogs to walk or exercise, matter of fact they are agility champs. I said she will not allow her dogs on the floor in this PARTICULAR PET STORE...big difference.

How would you feel if you had a prosthesis and a dog lifted his leg on you? Might just change your mind about ill behaved dogs and owners.

I stand by my opinion because people today just don't care, whether it be ill behaved kids or untrained dogs. I think I must be getting old also because I remember the days where people respected others and their property.

[Candy317]

Seeing that Monica worked in a pet store and witnessed what I just said I don't think it's a generalized opinion. But it is the general owners that do act like this since everyone in the store states the same opinion.

As for my vet being cruel maybe you should pay attention to what you read. I didn't say she never allowed her dogs to walk or exercise, matter of fact they are agility champs. I said she will not allow her dogs on the floor in this PARTICULAR PET STORE...big difference.

How would you feel if you had a prosthesis and a dog lifted his leg on you? Might just change your mind about ill behaved dogs and owners.

I stand by my opinion because people today just don't care, whether it be ill behaved kids or untrained dogs. I think I must be getting old also because I remember the days where people respected others and their property.

That's in a pet store...there is dog pee scent after dog pee scent everywhere. Somewhere were A LOT of dogs go to. In a regular store, I highly doubt it there is much doggy scent where dogs feel the need to mark or make a mess, and if the owner is responsible they have their dogs relieve themselves BEFORE going to any sort of store or not bring a dog with marking/potty issues into a store.

And btw I respect people and their property AND bring my well-behaved dogs to stores

And I've meant plenty of ill-behaved dogs and irresponsible dog owners, yet it will not make an impact on me, because I've also met well-behaved dogs and responsible dog owners, and I would not fault them, because of other people. I can say I've met many yappy small dogs, but doesn't change my mind that not all small dogs (including mines) are NOT yappy.

[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. :-)

[pomtzu]

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. :-)

Thank you - and amen!!!

[Candy317]

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. :-)

Well everyday I took Princess out for a walk. We walked by Lincoln Road Mall, we went by the store where the owner has a little pom to say hi, then we went to McDs through the pick-up window, and ordered some Mcnuggets and vanilla sundae to eat. After we went by the nail salon to say hi to the owner's little maltese and given the day, I would get my nails done with Princess on my lap or in her own chair. After we went on Ocean Drive and she would attract people with her VIP wristband on her neck and her cuteness, while I handed out flyers for the club. Then back home we went.

Oh I never seen one doggy mess in the whole time I was in South Beach, the locals are pretty good about cleaning after their dogs, plus there's also police and stuff around to remind those who don't abide by the curb after your dog law.

Could of I gone the day without her? Sure. Could she of stayed home alone, sleeping? Sure. I don't know about you, but it seems a lot more fun for her to go out with me than being home alone for a couple of hours

I don't know, maybe South Florida is just too animal-friendly for some. I saw many people on their bikes or walking with snakes on their necks. And I doubt it many people with phobias of snakes want to see that. I've seen everything from someone walking a cat, a small monkey, even a guy and his rooster. Meh, to me there's no such thing as too animal-friendly! Maybe thats why we're known for our hospitality, because there's so much animals around! Animals do have the tendacy to make people smile!

[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.

[Asiel]

Thank you - and amen!!!

Ditto for me - Thanks to both of you !! ; )

[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?