I take mine with me almost all the time in a carrier except to school, and restaurants or just places in know they cant go in

I got asked to leave Home Depot once, I was actually followed by one very persistent female worker ...

I told her my dog was a service dog, she asked what for, I told her "epilepsy" (BTW, they are NOT allowed to ask) ...
and then she asked if I had a doctor's note ...

all this while following me around the pristine environs of Home Depot ....:angry:
Now, Home Depot has a BIG sign saying NO PETS ALLOWED ...

since I now have 2 Yorkies, I really do not take them with me into the stores ....

It really does depend on the store managers. Lowe's, Home Depot, Office Max, my bank branch all let me bring either dog in...my yorkie and my golden retriever...they call themselves "pet friendly." I actually write letters to store managers thanking them for letting me bring them and assuring them I'll remain a faithful customer to a store that values their customers. Works great!

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We just bought a stroller and took our two Yorkies to the Balloon Races. They were zipped in, settled right down and felt nice and secure. The noise didn't bother them either. Wish I had discovered the stroller sooner. We always take them to PetCo with us, but haven't tried taking them to stores. We are big on finding pet friendly hotels where they are welcome. I only wish we could take them on cruise ships.:(

I normally take Koda every where I go, She is my office assistant!!! The other day I had a horrible experience, I went to Wendy's and she was with me, I didn't wanted to leave her in the car and the drive thru was packed...So I took my chances!!! She was inside her bag and bothering no one, I bet she was cleaner than the nasty lady who told me I had to leave after I had already pay for my food and was just waiting...." I just made a huge stink out of it and asked for my $$$ back" She saw me all along with her and say nothing at the beggining and then she wanted to be an idiot....SO I LEFT:aimeeyork

I don't understand that kind of stuff. If she is in a bag how is she bothering anything EVEN IF there is food?? She's in a bag. Yesterday I took Kalina in Wal Mart in her bag and no one said a word. They never knew she was even in there! I'm in Florida right now and it's 95 degrees, so I can't leave her in a car (wouldn't anyway). I tried to take her into the marina "store", but they wouldn't let me, which I can't figure out. All those smelly old fishermen (not to offend, but my husband STINKS when he comes home from fishing and I fish too!!) are in there but an adorable 4 lb Yorkie all cleaned up with a bow on and IN A BAG isn't allowed? :confused: They sell bait and bloodworms for cryin out loudl!!

In Philadelphia I am allowed to take her INSIDE one of the restaurants and they don't care at all and it is a very upscale restaurant. As long as she is tiny and in a bag they say OK. I, needless to say, love it there. :)

From my own experiences and from what people say here, it seems as though it really depends on the workers in the store and how they feel about dogs. I take Kiwi into the mall and everyone at Macy's and the Body Shop, etc. all love her to pieces. As long as she is inside the bag, they don't care even if she sticks her head out. The bank and the post office seem to be the same way. The Home Depot here doesn't have a problem at all, but I haven't had her walk in on the leash, always inside a bag.

I have been afraid to let her be seen in Target because so many people have been kicked out of Target and they seem to be big about enforcing rules (like the no soliciting rule). So she goes into her carrier and no one sees her. We haven't had a problem.

I really don't see what the big deal is if she is in a bag and wish more places would let her in as long as she was in the bag. How could she possibly contaminate the food if she is in the bag? But, I respect the rules and don't take her into the grocery store or restaurants. I think in Europe, many places allow dogs in restaurants and I haven't heard of anyone getting sick because a dog was sitting next to them.

So, these places that are "pet friendly", is there a way to find out which places it is ok and what places its not? Is it just guessing? If you dont get kicked out, then it is okay??? I live in Michigan and never see anyone with their pups in the store. My yorkie is a dolly but he is ten and a half pounds...not a bag baby...he would break my shoulder. My chihuahua is tiny but very naughty. I think she would rat me out if I brought her in a store. But she will be going to classes soon so I hope she starts behaving better.

I had her in a tote bag ...
 

Oh, I must clarify, when I had Monday in Home Depot, she was in a bag .... not on the floor ...

this lady was just being picky .... I have never walked the dog in anywhere except the bank where they really welcome her ....

And I am not Leona Helmsley and she is not "Trouble" ... so no BIG book account there for her ....

The Home Depot near us is pet friendly. They allow both my yorkie and my golden retriever who is just on a leash. They even gave them both kid aprons to wear. I'd call around and speak to the store managers and ask! Many stores are realizing the value of being pet friendly, but you also have to realize that some folks won't even clean up after their pet outside, let alone inside. Some will allow only if the dog is in a bag. Some places don't allow pets since they cater to people with allergies and don't want the dander to aggravate customers...I can see their point. Also, keep in mind that most municipalities forbid animals in any facility that serves or sells food. If you were caught in there that Wendy's or other facility would be subjected to a large fine. I'd take the time to call around and figure out which stores will let you in.

Call ahead of time or ask when you get there. It's not neccessarily 'pet friendly' just because you aren't asked to leave. It could be that no one paid enough attention to notice, or maybe just a few particular employees chose not to say anything. I advise just find out ahead of time and save yourself the worry of being asked to leave.

Just a heads up to some but i got told tonight by a Menard's worker that "there has been a change and dogs are no longer allowed in our store" I was like okay thank you. But hubby got :mad: and said come on were going to Lowe's LMAO I can't believe it he would have never dont that before :eek: The yorkie babies changed him :D

That sucks they cant go into Menards anymore:thumbdown In the town we used to live in, the Menards was next to Petsmart so usually Rocky and I would go to Petsmart then my fiance would go to Menards, then we would meet him over there. I liked going there because I could just put Rocky and Bella in the carts or let them stick their head out of the carrier, it's one of the few places where you don't have to hide them! I'm so dissapointed :(

Me to it really made me mad and what is worse is there is no signs anywhere saying that you cannot bring them in :mad: Hubby said that i should have ask the woman well is there no dogs signs up somewhere because they sure as the hell aren't on the door. Then i ask him why he didn't ask her that and he said i was to pissed to even open my mouth :eek:

I live in Portland, Oregon and the city is very pet friendly. My baby has been to Lowe's, Home Depot, Bed Bath and Beyond, some restaurants (pet friendly of course) and some wood supply places. I usually carry her the area is unsafe or busy, but most of the time she is on her harness/leash and loves to explore the new places.

Have you tried googling 'pet friendly' in your city? I found a HUGE list of businesses that are welcoming to pets. Also, most businesses in the area have doggie treats. Not so healthy for my overweight girl, but still very considerate.

Maybe you should move here. JK. :)