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Very good post and so true. It is the irresponsible owners who ruin it for everyone else and it is understandable. I have seen a few people at the pet stores with their dogs running wild, just imagen if it was at a regular store... Quote:
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It isn't even not liking dogs but they have a FEAR of dog, whether they are big or small so people are deathly afraid of dog. |
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We shop in as many pet friendly stores as possible. They get more of our business. We always carry Punkin or put her in a sling carrier (which she loves) for her own safety more than anything. We are lucky to live in a mostly dog loving city. We don't bring her in stores that sell food and we understand. Although I have seen a couple of people in our grocery store lately with dogs in the cart (laying on a blanket). Not sure how they got away with that. We often get takeout and sit in the car and eat so that we don't have to leave her home alone. |
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I personally am not crazy about dogs in stores other than pet-based stores like Petsmart. Petsmart has pet cleanup stations to sanitize any area where a pet might have an accident. Other stores don't, and I don't trust some dog owners to clean up after their pets the way they should. I don't want to be shopping around in a place which is covered with trace amounts of urine and feces. *shrug* That being said, I enjoy taking Ollie to Petsmart where he can be around other dogs and a variety of people in a controlled environment. But every time I bring him in, no matter how recently he has been taken out, it seems like he always poops as soon as we get in the door. It's a nervous reaction or something. Very embarrassing... |
As long as the establishement allows dogs, I see no problem with it. And I think that every establishement reserves the right to determine that as they see fit, without being criticized for their decision. I do see the concern to an extent over how it could affect those with allergies, I suppose. I know how highly allergic my husband is to cats and if they were allowed EVERYWHERE than that would put him in a rather bad predicament. Given the infrequency of dogs in public places (at least as far as where I live is concerned) I can't imagine judging based of what I've experiences that it would be that much of a concern, but if dogs were widely excepted and became more of a presence in stores, I can see where it could become an issue. |
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I hope this explained the questions about allergies and pets.:) |
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I do remember a lady on here awhile back that was so upset, as she bought a yorkie, thinking her son wouldn't be allergic to it, and he was, so she had to rehome the yorkie, I just remember her being so upset over the whole thing as she loved that little dog(and it was a pretty little thing too):( |
Im all for bringing your dog with you, if its the right store! HOwever, I would tell you that if your puppy is not fully vaccinated bring it with you, if your going to lets say a pet store, if you do, make sure you hold the puppy, rather than putting it on the floor or in a cart! Thats all i gotta say about that!!!! :D |
Living in New york You are pretty much allowed to bring your dog anywhere Most food places don't even say anything as long as the dog is in a stroller or bag. I bring my Chihuahua Everywhere in his stroller expect places like shoprite. Clothes places kmart etc places like that. Funny thing is i have never brought my dogs to petsmart. I always keep them home, There are to many dogs in & out of there Who knows what that have so my boys stay Home. Esp. since my Petsmart has a vet inside So sick dogs are there too. I dont see anything wrong with bringing your dog shopping as long as the store allows it But again living in new york There are dogs everywhere. I run into several while i'm out in bags. Btw let's keep this thread civil! |
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Everyone has good points here. If a Yorkie is allowed, why not a Great Dane? People would say, why is their dog allowed, but not mine? I definitely can see if everyone allowed their misbehaving dogs in the store how chaotic it would be. Also, regarding the cat, just because it is in a different room does not mean the hair, smell, and dander isn't everywhere else in the house. Our aunt is allergic to cats and we put our cat in the garage when she comes, but it doesn't help obviously because the cat was still in our house before. Vacuuming doesn't help either, it just stirs it up into the air. Unless you got your entire house cleaned top to bottom and locked the cat up a week before and did a cleaning everyday to get the smell out of everywhere but that ONE room, I don't think locking up the cat would help. |
On another note, unless it is a pet supply store or some store that caters to pets, I cannot fathom why any establishment would take the risk and allow pets in. That would put a huge liability on their heads and I just don't see why they would be willing to take the chance. |
I like to take Harley places with me also. Alot of times he is in his carrier and people never even know that he is there. The are only a few places where I will take him in and let him down or even in the shopping cart. I did get asked to leave a WalMart once because of Harley, and he was in his carrier. It was actually kinda funny, the greeter at the door asked me, "Ma'am, is that a service dog?" I tried not to laugh and wondered if I had said yes what she would have said. Since I am not a regular WalMart shopper I didn't notice that there was a sign on the door. I try to pay more attention to the signs now. Jeri and Harley:aimeeyork |
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Consequently, he went to the mall, Wal-Mart, Kroger, the movies, etc... |
Live in an area that is EXTREMELY dog friendly we have an open air shopping area that has many many dogs walking wiith their owners sitting with them while they eat dinner at out door restaurants but not all places are going to be friendly esp if your dog is walking on a leash instead of being held One thing .... if you bring your dog any place You need to know that you are responsible for his behavior No one wants to hear a barky dog or have to pull their child away from a dog who is lunging at them no matter how cute he is |
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People are generally pretty chill about it in San Francisco as well, though it's not like New York. A lot of stores near parks will have dog water bowls and biscuits at the ready. They want people to buy things in their stores, and they're not going to let people's dogs get in the way. I've been thinking more about it and I'm not sure why I think some places are okay and some are not... for instance, I would never take Thor into a shoe store, because he'd be eye-level with some of the shoes, and I'd be too worried he'd pee or chew on one. Starbucks on the other hand, everything is enclosed, and usually at least one or two people come up to play with him. As for big dogs versus little dogs, I honestly think that's why many places require you to carry your dog. Not because they really want you to carry your dog, but because it imposes a size limit. I'd love to see someone come in with a Husky on his back though. ;) |
When we were Halloween camping ( pets were welcomed) they had a hayride and I had a feeling they weren't going to let me on with Chloe. I had no problem staying back and waiting if they didn't allow her ( no signs were posted at the ride) .Sure enough when it was our turn he said, "I'm sorry but that cute lil one can't come " EVERYONE , not only the ones in out party, wanted her to be able to come (they all loved her :)) but I stayed back. I didn't mind. He felt bad for having to ask me but I understood and was fine with it. If I could then he would have to let everyone regardless. So I can see from a stores point of view ...saying NO DOGS simply cuts out the issue of which can and which can't ( aside from Service dogs) . But if I don't see a sign.I will still try and just see what happens ;) |
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I always take my dog in a carrier in stores or carry him with me (do not take him into restaurants/grocery stores) - I never walk him on a leash in stores. This makes him easier to control and also less-conspicuoius. |
No, I just meant that if a lot of people have their dogs with them, a store is going to miss out on sales with a no-dogs policy. |
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I take my dogs to a lot of places with me, but not stores unless they are pet stores. I take my dogs to the drive in movies, people's houses, car dealership when I have service done, outdoor ice cream stands, the beach, most recently a hotel in Boston that was pet friendly. I want them to be with me, but I know they cannot always be with me. I wish i could take them to work with me! If my grocery store started allowing pets in it, I'd have to find a new store. I LOVE animals, but not all are clean and well kept, A food store is one place that should not allow pets at all. My friend is HIGHLY allergic to my boys. Shes a mess within 5 mins of stepping into my house/car anywhere they have been. Also I have an aunt deathly afraid of dogs. I know fear like that. Im afraid of heights. But I do not have to climb ladders to get into stores and such. Fear is real and a person should be able food shop, eat at a restaurant in peace without being in fear of a dog in there. Society as a whole, people need to come before dogs, even though most of us like our dogs more than some people! LOL |
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