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Dogs everywhere!

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WilmaFlintstone38 · 25/06/2025 12:40

In shops and cafes, barking and making people jump, tripping over them in the street... Seems everyone and their Auntie Flo has a dog nowadays.

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Cherrytree86 · 11/08/2025 09:42

KimberleyClark · 11/08/2025 09:36

No they usually won’t. You leave your dog in your car if you wish to avail yourself of parts of the hotel that don’t allow dogs.

One lovely country house hotel I stay in has a separate dining room for dogs and their owners. Free sausage provided for dog at breakfast on request.

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I don’t think dogs should be in food serving areas. it’s good there is a separate dining room for this.

KimberleyClark · 11/08/2025 09:36

YeOldeGreyhound · 11/08/2025 09:28

Maybe they were staying in the hotel? Some hotels wont let you leave your dog unattended in the room.

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No they usually won’t. You leave your dog in your car if you wish to avail yourself of parts of the hotel that don’t allow dogs.

One lovely country house hotel I stay in has a separate dining room for dogs and their owners. Free sausage provided for dog at breakfast on request.

Cherrytree86 · 11/08/2025 09:34

YeOldeGreyhound · 11/08/2025 09:28

Maybe they were staying in the hotel? Some hotels wont let you leave your dog unattended in the room.

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@YeOldeGreyhound

dont take your dog to a hotel then

it’s not very hygienic.

VanGoSunflowers · 11/08/2025 09:29

FGS of course dogs shouldn’t be in cocktail bars. That’s nuts.
I wouldn’t take mine to one. But then I wouldn’t go to one myself so fair enough really.

YeOldeGreyhound · 11/08/2025 09:28

Cherrytree86 · 11/08/2025 09:23

Dogs should NOT be in a cocktail bar.

why can’t they just be left at home??!

people reaaaallly need to get a grip

Maybe they were staying in the hotel? Some hotels wont let you leave your dog unattended in the room.

Cherrytree86 · 11/08/2025 09:23

Dogs should NOT be in a cocktail bar.

why can’t they just be left at home??!

people reaaaallly need to get a grip

LemonCheesecake2025 · 11/08/2025 08:32

WilmaFlintstone38 · 10/08/2025 18:59

We went to a local hotel bar for cocktails last night. Dogs are allowed in. Four different dogs from different families all barking their heads off. Sorry dog owners but it doesn't add up to a good night out.

Again, you are talking down to ALL dog owners. My two have never been to a cocktail bar. I don't take my dogs on nights out 😂.

jacksonlamb · 10/08/2025 19:10

Are there any chains where those who are scared of dogs can go and relax? I believe Wetherspoons are non-dog but would rather not go to a pub. Costa used to be but now has dogs as does John Lewis. I need somewhere to meet my friend, and she is terrified of dogs having been hospitalised after a dog attack. Any ideas would be much appreciated.

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WilmaFlintstone38 · 10/08/2025 18:59

We went to a local hotel bar for cocktails last night. Dogs are allowed in. Four different dogs from different families all barking their heads off. Sorry dog owners but it doesn't add up to a good night out.

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vodkaredbullgirl · 27/06/2025 21:27

@CoffeeCantata moan at the people in your park, doesn't mean the rest of us dog owners are like yours.

LemonCheesecake2025 · 27/06/2025 21:12

CoffeeCantata · 27/06/2025 18:13

😂 You clearly don’t visit my local park! It’s awash with fluffy white bundles rushing around and getting in the way of walkers, runners and cyclists. There’s some kind of altercation on average once a day. I saw a runner tripped up by a bichon frisée which ran up to him. Bloody knees and some very harsh words…but the owner said ‘he just loves runners!’ The runner went ballistic. If I’m honest, it’s that kind of dumb remark which is more irritating than anything else.

I’m a waterfowl lover and loose dogs are a pain in the spring when they have young. Don’t let them bother other people or wild creatures.

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Are you telling me to stop letting my dogs bother other people or wild creatures?

You are coming across as unhinged as you don't know me or anything about my dog owning skills.

Get a life.

Onleemoi · 27/06/2025 18:57

CoffeeCantata · 27/06/2025 18:13

😂 You clearly don’t visit my local park! It’s awash with fluffy white bundles rushing around and getting in the way of walkers, runners and cyclists. There’s some kind of altercation on average once a day. I saw a runner tripped up by a bichon frisée which ran up to him. Bloody knees and some very harsh words…but the owner said ‘he just loves runners!’ The runner went ballistic. If I’m honest, it’s that kind of dumb remark which is more irritating than anything else.

I’m a waterfowl lover and loose dogs are a pain in the spring when they have young. Don’t let them bother other people or wild creatures.

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Tell the people in your local park. Don’t whinge on the internet and expect unrelated people to be able to do anything about it.

CoffeeCantata · 27/06/2025 18:13

LemonCheesecake2025 · 27/06/2025 16:54

I'm very sure about that.

Most dog owners are sensible, so you dont need to tell us off like we are children.

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😂 You clearly don’t visit my local park! It’s awash with fluffy white bundles rushing around and getting in the way of walkers, runners and cyclists. There’s some kind of altercation on average once a day. I saw a runner tripped up by a bichon frisée which ran up to him. Bloody knees and some very harsh words…but the owner said ‘he just loves runners!’ The runner went ballistic. If I’m honest, it’s that kind of dumb remark which is more irritating than anything else.

I’m a waterfowl lover and loose dogs are a pain in the spring when they have young. Don’t let them bother other people or wild creatures.

LemonCheesecake2025 · 27/06/2025 16:54

CoffeeCantata · 27/06/2025 06:14

I’m not sure about that!

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I'm very sure about that.

Most dog owners are sensible, so you dont need to tell us off like we are children.

YeOldeGreyhound · 27/06/2025 13:09

CoffeeCantata · 27/06/2025 06:14

I’m not sure about that!

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No. She really does. Our local park is very dog friendly. It has an enclosed area for dogs to play in (no booking needed) and a cafe that welcomes dogs.

FastFood · 27/06/2025 12:48

Oh god you're right dogs are everywhere I just found one in my bed, it's really going out of hand !!!

Dogs everywhere!
Kbroughton · 27/06/2025 12:45

User135644 · 25/06/2025 16:31

The problem with dogs is dickhead people as well. Those who just leave them to bark and don't look after them properly.

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The problem with dogs is entirely down to people. People getting dogs that are in 'fashion' rather than a dog that fits in with their lifestyle. For example, Huskies need a minimum of 2 hours of high intensity exercise a day. Most owners dont do that. I have a Nova Scotia Duck Tolling retriever. She needs a minimum of 60 minutes a day, plus at least 2 sessions of play like scent training etc. People not training dogs, some dog breeds are easier to train than others. People allowing dogs off leads that can't recall. If your dog cant recall they cant be left off a lead. Ever. there are plenty of dog fields around that you can hire for relatively cheaply. People not picking up after their dog. etc etc. The problem isn't dogs. It's people.

KimberleyClark · 27/06/2025 09:09

Mollysocks · 26/06/2025 20:36

Because it’s been proven that just plodding your dog around the block has no benefits. It’s more rewarding for them to explore and sniff - and tires them out more.

My dog can walk to heel and I do a lot of that training with him off lead in fields so he heels on command (useful when walking past people and crossing roads) but when we’re walking, he’s usually in front having a good old sniff.

I call it his scrolling on social media - checking out the latest news from the neighbourhood 😂

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Or he’s reading and replying to peemails!

LostFuse · 27/06/2025 09:01

LemonCheesecake2025 · 25/06/2025 21:14

Loved this film

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WIth one of the saddest endings ever.

Blingismything · 27/06/2025 08:46

I was in Cornwall recently, so many dogs! I personally don’t mind the dogs but people hadn’t been clearing up their shite. Looe was particularly bad.

ChocolateGanache · 27/06/2025 07:47

Oh give over!

Serpentstooth · 27/06/2025 07:44

I was walking my dog and someone stopped to pet him "I'm too old to have my own dog now. One of the reasons I moved here is because there's always a dog to meet when I go out". Too old now myself. This place is Dog City and I like it a lot 🐕

CoubousAndTourmalet · 27/06/2025 07:38

CoffeeCantata · 27/06/2025 06:14

I’m not sure about that!

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You're making an awful lot of assumptions about dog owners.
Not all of us are irresponsible.

CoffeeCantata · 27/06/2025 06:14

YeOldeGreyhound · 26/06/2025 21:21

Yes, I do understand. But my dog is under control and has no interest in you. She has the right to be out in the park as much as you.

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I’m not sure about that!

YeOldeGreyhound · 26/06/2025 21:21

CoffeeCantata · 26/06/2025 21:19

Don’t you understand that being bitten by a random dog is reason to be afraid of free-ranging dogs? I have a scar on my face to this day. Please try to understand that not everyone is comfortable with dogs and they may have good cause.

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Yes, I do understand. But my dog is under control and has no interest in you. She has the right to be out in the park as much as you.