[Sookie]

There is a huge difference between letting a small dog in a carrier or stroller inside a restaurant/store than letting a huge dog on a leash in. I think the problem is that they can't or won't differentiate between the two. I have taken Kalina inside restaurants (where they invited me in) and in almost any store in Philadelphia (center city). On the other hand, I have been asked to leave outdoor restaurants with her, which I think is crazy.

I don't think the allergy thing holds water - they let dogs and cats on airplanes don't they? I would think that would cause allergic people more problems than in a big store for example.