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sarahheartmaddy 03-10-2010 07:31 PM
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Originally Posted by RachelandSadie (Post 3035202)
and also there are many out of control, HUGE, and unclean people everywhere and you don't make them stay outside and tell them to bath, behave, or loose weight to come inside.
This sentence alone shows that you DO think dogs and humans should have equal rights. Don't get me wrong, I adore my Maddy, but I understand that she is not a human (even tho I think she is a little bit!)

BamaFan121s 03-10-2010 07:33 PM
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Originally Posted by RachelandSadie (Post 3035250)
just a simple question here. if you are so offended about dogs in stores, why own one at all?
Easy...I'm not offended by my dogs. :D I'm not offended by most dogs I meet. But that doesn't mean I like EVERY dog I run across. Just because I don't have a desire to drag one of mine with me every time I leave the house doesn't mean I don't love and enjoy my pooches just as much as the next person.
Everyone in America is not a "dog lover" like we all are--some people have an extreme fear of them, some people are highly allergic, some dogs are not well behaved or vaccinated or well groomed. I don't think the general public should have to be around other people's pets everywhere they go. :)

RachelandSadie 03-10-2010 07:38 PM
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Originally Posted by sarahheartmaddy (Post 3035278)
This sentence alone shows that you DO think dogs and humans should have equal rights. Don't get me wrong, I adore my Maddy, but I understand that she is not a human (even tho I think she is a little bit!)
no that comment shows that a lot of people disgust me far more than most dogs do and that the reasons for not allowing dogs if tables were turned would keep a lot of people out as well because many people fit the same qualities as those that are excuses for not allowing dogs. that doesn't mean dogs should be written into the constitution, that just means i don't really like to be around a lot of people that i'm forced to be around in public. that's all.

BamaFan121s 03-10-2010 07:41 PM
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Originally Posted by RachelandSadie (Post 3035274)
i still see it from the side of how much easier life would be if they would allow dogs to just tag along now and then.
I understand that YOU see it that way--because it would make YOUR life easier. The majority of American's doesn't feel that way. What you see as a convenience would be a nuisance or hassle for others.

RachelandSadie 03-10-2010 07:42 PM
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Originally Posted by BamaFan121s (Post 3035281)
Easy...I'm not offended by my dogs. :D I'm not offended by most dogs I meet. But that doesn't mean I like EVERY dog I run across. Just because I don't have a desire to drag one of mine with me every time I leave the house doesn't mean I don't love and enjoy my pooches just as much as the next person.
Everyone in America is not a "dog lover" like we all are--some people have an extreme fear of them, some people are highly allergic, some dogs are not well behaved or vaccinated or well groomed. I don't think the general public should have to be around other people's pets everywhere they go. :)
and everyone in America is also not a smoker and shouldn't have to be around other people's second hand smoke everywhere they go, but most of the time we do unless we are lucky enough to live in a smoking ban area or a public place that doesn't allow smoking anymore.

RachelandSadie 03-10-2010 07:43 PM
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Originally Posted by BamaFan121s (Post 3035294)
I understand that YOU see it that way--because it would make YOUR life easier. The majority of American's doesn't feel that way. What you see as a convenience would be a nuisance or hassle for others.
yes and that's why i said what i said there. it would be nice, and i'm admitting it most likely will never happen, but a girl can dream. so why go on and argue with me after i've pretty much agreed with you that no we most likely will not get to bring pets everywhere but wouldn't it be nice if we could.

sarahheartmaddy 03-10-2010 07:44 PM
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Originally Posted by RachelandSadie (Post 3035290)
no that comment shows that a lot of people disgust me far more than most dogs do and that the reasons for not allowing dogs if tables were turned would keep a lot of people out as well because many people fit the same qualities as those that are excuses for not allowing dogs. that doesn't mean dogs should be written into the constitution, that just means i don't really like to be around a lot of people that i'm forced to be around in public. that's all.

This isn't a thread about people disgusting other people, which I can totally relate to. However, we are talking about how having all places dog friendly would effect others. There are plenty of people in the world who are not pleasant to be around, but they are still people, who in the U.S., have rights. Dogs do not have those same rights, as they are animals. If they allowed DOGS into all places, then people would start saying I want to take my CATS everywhere, and then I want to take my SNAKE everywhere! Where would it end from there? JMHO!

BamaFan121s 03-10-2010 07:44 PM
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Originally Posted by RachelandSadie (Post 3035290)
i don't really like to be around a lot of people that i'm forced to be around in public.
I cracked up when I read this comment. Not because of the comment itself, but because it reminded me of a skit on the Chris Rock Show. He had a character known as 'the scared white dude' and no matter what the topic was, everything freaked him out and it always concluded with him having a breakdown and just screaming, "If everyone else could just GO IN when I leave my house, the world would be perfect." :p

RachelandSadie 03-10-2010 07:46 PM
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Originally Posted by sarahheartmaddy (Post 3035263)
Having a fear of dogs is just a side point. More store owners would agree that having a no dog policy causes less trouble and less drama. As much as some people would enjoy having their pup with them at all times, it would bring much more heartache to those who own stores. I think this would drive more people who do NOT want to be around dogs to stay home and I would bet business would go down.

People are not allergic to (replacing the word fat here as i said HUGE in my post and not fat) unruly and unclean people. And they are PEOPLE, not animals. People and animals do not have the same rights. Places are able to refuse business to whomever they choose, so if someone is out of control, they can be asked to leave. I would hope someone wouldn't be asked to leave because they are "huge".

Aide dogs do just that -- they aide. As a pet owner, we do not have the same rights as a service dog handler. That is not comparable. Just because we "want" our dogs there, there is no justification for them to be with us at all times. Unless they are therapy, service or emotional assistance dogs, they do not need to accompany their owner into all places, especially ones where food are served.

Just my two cents.


Not allergic to dirty people, but definately afraid of them!! TEEHEE

yorkie_mama22 03-10-2010 07:48 PM
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Originally Posted by RachelandSadie (Post 3035193)
I agree with both you and Cerise. We don't have children yet, and if it weren't for Sadie, i'd be the lonliest woman in town. She is a child to me, she's very much like a baby and i would know, i'm an infant teacher in a daycare and i can honestly tell you that Sadie is not very different if at all from many of my babies that i care for. there are so many times someone will talk about their child and i'll mention how it was the same with Sadie. Dogs potty train just like kids, they learn, they need healthy foods and diets, they live and breathe with us and to me they are no different and shouldn't be treated so than our babies. that's just me, and that's coming from someone that loves her dog like a baby.


Personally I think it is a little unhealthy to think in that manner. Dogs are NOT babies. They are two different things. It's okay to refer to a dog as your baby and spoil them. I call mine my babies too but I have a child and I know the difference. Maybe because I'm a mom it's different but I find it a bit disturbing that you think they shouldnt be treated any different then children. :confused::confused:

Ladymom 03-10-2010 07:49 PM
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Originally Posted by RachelandSadie (Post 3035274)
sometimes i'm running an errand and i want to just take Sadie for a little drive. when there are no drive throughs or the store isn't dog friendly i can't just leave her in the car, she could be stolen or if it's too hot or cold she could die. it's irresponsible to leave her in the car, so wouldn't it be nice to just bring her inside for whatever quick thing i needed to grab on the way home? instead i have to double back to take her home and then go to the store. it's just frustrating to not be able to just have her tag along especially when she's easy to carry and small enough to fit in a cart seat or bag.
I agree that it is very inconvenient that dogs aren't allowed in all stores. Been there, done that just today when I took Lady to Petsmart, then had to drop her at home to go to the grocery store. I, like you, would never ever leave Lady alone in the car for even a minute.

Days when we run pet friendly errands with drive throughs are much more fun!

But the real world doesn't work that way. Not everyone - stores, friends or relatives - will feel the same way about Sadie as you do and she may not be welcome.

Bottomline, as much as we love our pets, at times they can be very inconvenient. It's part of the total package. :D

BamaFan121s 03-10-2010 07:50 PM
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Originally Posted by RachelandSadie (Post 3035296)
and everyone in America is also not a smoker and shouldn't have to be around other people's second hand smoke everywhere they go, but most of the time we do unless we are lucky enough to live in a smoking ban area or a public place that doesn't allow smoking anymore.
Wow! I don't think you should have to either. I'm kind of shocked: that it's not prohibited in more places where you are. :confused: It's mostly off limits everywhere here--within X number of feet from entrances to any public buildings, only in the bar section of restaurants...:thumbup:

RachelandSadie 03-10-2010 07:50 PM
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Originally Posted by yorkie_mama22 (Post 3035311)
Personally I think it is a little unhealthy to think in that manner. Dogs are NOT babies. They are two different things. It's okay to refer to a dog as your baby and spoil them. I call mine my babies too but I have a child and I know the difference. Maybe because I'm a mom it's different but I find it a bit disturbing that you think they shouldnt be treated any different then children. :confused::confused:
what about people that cannot have children and to them their dogs are the only living thing close enough to be their children. should they not be able to enjoy life and/or vacations because they can't bring the only living thing that they enjoy and consider theirs to nurture and care for?

RachelandSadie 03-10-2010 07:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Ladymom (Post 3035312)
I agree that it is very inconvenient that dogs aren't allowed in all stores. Been there, done that just today when I took Lady to Petsmart, then had to drop her at home to go to the grocery store. I, like you, would never ever leave Lady alone in the car for even a minute.

Days when we run pet friendly errands with drive throughs are much more fun!

But the real world doesn't work that way. Not everyone - stores, friends or relatives - will feel the same way about Sadie as you do and she may not be welcome.

Bottomline, as much as we love our pets, at times they can be very inconvenient. It's part of the total package. :D
and to wrap up this whole thread...i wouldn't trade a minute of the frustration and the rearranging of my plans for Sadie. she's worth it all, and i guess maybe that's what got me mad enough to post this thread. my own parents don't get it, and it's very upsetting at times. they had a beautiful dog, but she was never in the house, always in an outside kennel. and a neighbor fed her when they were on vacation. they don't understand the depth of love for an inside "small" dog and they don't understand the costs and the scaryness of boarding a small dog that's more like a member of family than a dog.

sarahheartmaddy 03-10-2010 07:54 PM
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Originally Posted by RachelandSadie (Post 3035316)
what about people that cannot have children and to them their dogs are the only living thing close enough to be their children. should they not be able to enjoy life and/or vacations because they can't bring the only living thing that they enjoy and consider theirs to nurture and care for?

They have made wonderful sites like this: PetFriendlyHotels.com - Pet Friendly Hotel & Dog Friendly Accommodation Guide to find a place you can take your pup. There are many cities like Key West and San Fransisco that are pet friendly. Maybe you can go on vacation some place like that? :confused:


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