LoveMyGirls-Have you never aruged w/ a friend?
Not all of our opinions can be the same.
And as far as me bringing my dogs everywhere w/ me goes, I train service dogs. I have one of my own that I'm cross training and she has a vest, my others usually either get snuck in, but more often I know the owners of these businesses and make myself known. It's very seldom that I encounter a problem. It's mostly how you talk to these people and knowing the laws and not coming off in any sort of "I have rights" kinda way.
It's a luxury that I totally relish and wish more people were able to take their dogs w/ them.
One side note is that I do have an umbrella clause on myself and my dogs. IF something were to happen, we're covered, but I can't imagine anything would...it's just wise to have. People can make things up and get your dog taken from you.