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Originally Posted by Maximo  The problem is that loose dogs are a growing problem. There are more dogs and more people have pets than ever before. We have leash laws, but many people ignore them or they don't adequately secure their dogs (of all breeds). I don't swim in shark-infested waters and I don't want to fear stepping out my front door.
Yesterday a neighbor's large American bull dog and lab were running loose in the neighborhood. Now I am scared again to walk my boys together because an encounter with these dogs would be very bad.
I don't know what the answer is, but something needs to be done to make our streets safe. |
This is my belief also, if you want to be a responsible pet owner to your own dog as well as other dogs in your community, use a leash!
However, I believe this subject goes beyond the leash. It all boils down to people who buy dogs without a true love for the breed but, only for the status symbol.
If you own a dog but, especially those which are known for having the capability of causing bodily harm to it's victim (human or animal), then it's your moral obligation to be proficient in educating yourself in handling your dog...especially while on a leash!
I have witnessed countless times owners walking their dogs and can't even control their dogs even while leashed. Their dogs pull, bark and even drag their owners or worse...manage to slip out of their collars/harnesses.
What breed am I referring to...ALL breeds. Who's fault is this...HUMANS.