Fight 4 Our FurBabies Rants...

[yorkiegirl83]

Originally Posted by MyFairLacy

Oh don't worry..everyone has a right to their own opinion And yes, it is different for those that are so allergic that they become very ill or could possibly die. And I definitely see your point about accomadating (I do not know how to spell that word ) both. Two sides to it. I understand health codes to a point but wish I could take Lacy with me more places. I'm actually okay with not being able to take her INSIDE restaurants and grocery stores, but I think dogs should be allowed to eat on the patio (outside) at any restaurant and be able to go into any stores that don't serve/sell food

I definitely agree about outdoor restaurants too, because even the allergic person wouldn't have an issue in an outdoor space.

It seems that they could sit people with pets in a slightly separate section, or in a certain area of the outdoor patio without too much trouble.

I'm so conflicted on the issue because there are so many times I want to take the furkids with me places and get annoyed when I can't, but then I can also see the other side of things too.

I think if there was a way that dogs could be allowed in stores peacefully and safely, it would be awesome

[MyFairLacy]

Originally Posted by yorkiegirl83

I definitely agree about outdoor restaurants too, because even the allergic person wouldn't have an issue in an outdoor space.

It seems that they could sit people with pets in a slightly separate section, or in a certain area of the outdoor patio without too much trouble.

I'm so conflicted on the issue because there are so many times I want to take the furkids with me places and get annoyed when I can't, but then I can also see the other side of things too.

I think if there was a way that dogs could be allowed in stores peacefully and safely, it would be awesome

I think strollers & enclosed carriers are nice options. I know my stroller is full enclosed and has mesh...I don't see any hair coming out of there. I don't think anyone should be walking in a store with their dog on a leash as the dog can pee and poop on the floor...but being carried is acceptable. I know a lot of people have said something about big dog owners, but I think people know that when they choose to get a big dog over a small dog that they can't take them as many places.

[yorkiegirl83]

Originally Posted by MyFairLacy

I think strollers & enclosed carriers are nice options. I know my stroller is full enclosed and has mesh...I don't see any hair coming out of there. I don't think anyone should be walking in a store with their dog on a leash as the dog can pee and poop on the floor...but being carried is acceptable. I know a lot of people have said something about big dog owners, but I think people know that when they choose to get a big dog over a small dog that they can't take them as many places.

I also agree most often dogs in carriers or strollers won't cause a problem, I guess it's just more a matter of how do the stores figure out how to set guidelines and enforce them, you know?

It seems like a lot of work for them, and I'm not sure if they'll ever take that on.

[Tiger's Mom]

I just read your post but decided not to go through all the other postings, too long . . .The perception of dogs these days have been elevated and reclassified as not just pets but members of the family. Findings shows that a huge percentage of the holiday spending is caused by so many buying not just for their skin babies but furbabies as well. I am hoping in time there will be more stores that will allow us to bring our furbabies. . . . my Annika too is so well behaved that when I bring her to the fabric store no one really notices her until I am on a line up . . .she is that quite and well behave Now my Tiger is a different story altogether because he is way more sociable so often creates attention . . so he stays at home . I just always tell him Annika needs to go to the vet and make sure he does not see us leave He hangs out with Daddy whilst I am running errands . . .I do try not to take Annika often though as I know Tiger can get pretty jealous.

[GinosMommy]

Originally Posted by Tiger's Mom

I just read your post but decided not to go through all the other postings, too long . . .The perception of dogs these days have been elevated and reclassified as not just pets but members of the family. Findings shows that a huge percentage of the holiday spending is caused by so many buying not just for their skin babies but furbabies as well. I am hoping in time there will be more stores that will allow us to bring our furbabies. . . . my Annika too is so well behaved that when I bring her to the fabric store no one really notices her until I am on a line up . . .she is that quite and well behave Now my Tiger is a different story altogether because he is way more sociable so often creates attention . . so he stays at home . I just always tell him Annika needs to go to the vet and make sure he does not see us leave He hangs out with Daddy whilst I am running errands . . .I do try not to take Annika often though as I know Tiger can get pretty jealous.

Des! How funny you mention telling him Annika has to go to the Vet...Bianca FREAKS out when I take only Gino...I say..."oh mommy has to take Gino to the Dr"...ha. like she cares. She knows hes not going to the Dr. LOL

[MommysBabyRoxy]

Tiger's... I agree with this.. I know a lot of ppl were talking about restaurants and stuff... which I would love to do that...

BUT! Whats most important to me is just regular stores allowing me to take Roxy in all the time....

I already know quite a few that do... so I just think if they definitely dont have food... Then they should welcome doggies...

I just found out that Kohl's is okay with my furbaby too!

[kwaymon]

Originally Posted by hha

Okay, now that this is all brought up, let me ask a question? Okay, how many people in here that want to be able to let dogs in restaurants, don't like being around cigarette smoke? See, the reason I'm asking, is because there are a lot of people that smoke, but, because of people breathing in 2nd hand smoke, smokers at a lot of places(restaurants), aren't allowed to smoke inside..so, if they want to let dogs in, then they should allow smoker to continue smoking in restaurants..A lot of towns here are going to "smoke free"...something else to think about..

Hmmm..In Ga smoking has been banned from all restaurants period. So, I guess dogs in restaurants will never happen here.

[MommysBabyRoxy]

Well, a lot of ppl are allergic to perfume, but we dont tell ppl they can't wear it wherever they want. My mom can't go out in public because of smells... She gets sick, dry mouth, and even vomits sometimes if its strong enough, and she gets a rash. Nobody tells anybody to stop wearing perfume. So, anyways, the restaurant battle is over, I just want to take my dog in all the department stores.

[seainthecity]

Guppy goes to work everyday with me and I've found a network of stores and other facilities that allow him in. Just call around and ask. Here's the list of where I can bring him:
Lowe's
Home Depot
Ace Hardware
Suntrust Bank
Michael's Crafts
Office Max
Office Depot (Staples won't let him in)
Auto Zone
Rooms to Go


So, mostly these places get my business. I used to shop all the time at Staples and I buy alot of office items and equipment. Now Office Max gets all the business. All the above also allow my golden retriever Bailey in. Florida allows dogs at outside seating at restaurants, but it's up to the restaurant whether they want to allow them or not. Most I've found don't. I can see the point with some stores. If you allow one dog, you have to allow them all and there are many I wouldn't want around when I'm eating.

[MommysBabyRoxy]

These are the places I've found...
Old Navy
Best Buy
Toys R' Us
Macy's
Hot Topic
JCPenney
Sears
S&T Bank
Hmmm, I'll post if I think of others, I know I take Roxy everywhere, a lot of times just to see who lets me in, especially in the summer...
I have had her in Home Depot before, but I choose to hold her or keep her in her stroller when I'm there

[seainthecity]

Best Buy here in Orlando won't let dogs in. I tried with Guppy and they made me leave so I guess it's different for individual stores.

[hha]

Originally Posted by kwaymon

Hmmm..In Ga smoking has been banned from all restaurants period. So, I guess dogs in restaurants will never happen here.

I know that, I'm 20 min. from GA...

[hha]

TSC allows them too..