Just because some of us don't take our dogs everywhere doesn't mean we don't want them with us. I'd love to be able to take my dogs to college classes with me. What's the difference between that and a store? But it doesn't work that way in most places.
To me, the bottom line is that if you aren't sure that they are allowed, just ask first. Out of respect for business owners and other shoppers, I do not take my dog with me. I'm sure she would make shopping and banking much more fun, but if the owner doesn't want them there, then I don't see how it is fair for me to ignore that and do it anyway.
If you "need" your dog with you for whatever reason, that is between you and your physician/ophtha/psychiatrist, etc. That is completely different than taking them just because.
Ellie loves to go on errands with us. Doesn't mean she has to get her way. And JMHO, not training a dog to be alone sometimes can very negatively affect the dog later. They need to learn how to be independent.
IMO, if you think you have to conceal them in a carrier so the manager won't notice, then that is a good clue as to if they should go in or not.
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