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Originally Posted by MaddiesMommie  Don't get the "red-head" comment, but I am for one glad that pets are not allowed everywhere. I keep seeing people I have witnessed first hand who "think" they have well behaved dogs allowing them to be out of control.
Allowing dogs would mean allowing ALL dogs. Not a risk I am willing to allow myself or my family (furry or not) to take. It is bad enough seeing people allow children to misbehave in a store, but buying urine soaked, flea ridden, or half eaten items, while possibly putting my life at stake while trying to purchase groceries is what I see happening at my local WallyWorld if dogs were allowed. |
In addition to the above, not all dogs are properly vetted. Most are not. They carry diseases and more specifically parasites that can be transferred to humans. That is the major reason they aren't allowed on most beaches in eastern Michigan. They aren't properly screened for worms, people step on stool, and hooks migrate through the skin.
I see tons of animals with their owners and the owners don't see anything wrong with their hygiene, the minimal vet care given, etc. I for one do not want gross smelling dogs near food even if it is closed. Most people don't even realize when their dog gets fleas. Not something I want crawling on clothes in a clothing store, etc.