Pets- unpopular viewpoint

Campfire Time wrote:

DownTheAvenue wrote:

Stefonius wrote:

Jayco-noslide wrote:
First, we do not dislike dogs per se. We used to have one and several family members have really cute, friendly dogs. Now the "however" part. Wife and I feel our culture is increasingly moving toward "dog friendly" to the excess and that we have to start speaking up for the segment of the population that do not feel dogs should be allowed in stores, restaurants, etc. OK for seeing eye dogs on a leash but not for other companion types of dogs. You should not allow your dog to go up to someone just assuming they will want to make over it unless invited. Dog should always be leashed in a campground, pick up all waste and it's the owner's responsibility that the dog does not bark often whether owner is present or not. I could go on. We realize most owners are responsible but too many are not in campgrounds and other public areas.

I feel the exact same way about small children. :)

....and another here that feels the same way.

I've worked with rescues most of my life and KNOW people that take their dogs everywhere. They have actually told me how easy it is to get "comfort" service dog status for their dogs. One told me she got it for her Pit Bull solely to let others know how friendly the breed is and help dispel the horrible reputation they have. While I understand her heart is in the right place--it is SO wrong. This belongs right up with the scam of handicapped parking passes, welfare access cards, etc.

Bottom line--bad people.