Hi Purrley, the US isn't exactly the land of the free dogs. The caf worker had a right to tell you to leave, his job could have been jeopardized if someone caught him allowing a dog near food, so don't get TOO mad at him for being uptight. In France you can have dogs in restaurants, why not here?

I occasionally get nasty remarks for not having my dog on a leash when I walk her (she does not bug people or run away or she wouldn't be off the leash) but 95% of the people smile when they see her. Nasty remarks are made by miserable people - don't let it get you down, I doubt your dog cares about their opinion!