Dogs on buses near babies

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Just to be clear, this isn't a goady thread about dogs and I don't hate dogs. Interested in others opinions as I have to take the bus daily!

I think owners should keep them away from prams and only take them on buses if there's plenty of space! AIBU?

Today, coming back from a long walk at a local beauty spot, someone plonked their husky-type dog right next to DS in his pram (pram was in the area with fold-up seats, 2 other prams opposite). As dog was on eye level with 10-month DS I asked him to move the dog. He assured me dog 'won't hurt him' but I said I'd rather not take the risk thanks, especially as DS will try to grab anything furry and interesting. He reluctantly moved dog into the aisle, where it meandered around on the end of a long lead, sniffing people and getting in everyone's way.

I've had similar with someone's dog licking my ankle on the bus, owner didn't seem to think it mattered

Did I overreact or AIBR to think dogs should be kept on a short lead on buses, sitting next to their owner, away from babies/small children?

Fucking dangerous isn't he!

@ eating chewing gum off the floor. They are such weirdos aren't they!

Fuck me waitrose that dog is terrifying!

Even well trained dogs can get it wrong. Last year I ended up with a wet guide dog sitting on my lap. Last seat on the bus, no room under for the dog. He improvised. Owner was mortified when he realised what had happened.

Honestly, I've felt much more threatened by other human beings on public transport than I have any dog.

This thread has got hysterical. Just employ some common sense. Dog owners, keep dogs on leads and under control, be aware not everyone likes or feels comfortable around dogs, and train your dog not to jump up at humans (or lick them). Parents, keep your arm in front of your child to prevent them grabbing at a dog, teach your child how to behave sensibly round dogs, don't instill your own fear to your child, and also be aware that not everyone likes children.

As indignant as the posts on this thread are, it's tough shit. Adults, children, babies and dogs are allowed on public transport. If you don't like children, or you don't like dogs, or even other adults, then don't use public transport. (And maybe move to a deserted island if you're that intolerant.)

Otherwise, get over your indignant selves and worry about something that actually matters. You know, like children starving and drinking muddy water infested with bacteria, or dogs being tortured, neglected and starved.

If he's scared of everything, Waitrose it's quite possible that one day something will frighten him enough for him to react in a way you didn't expect. You can't rule it out.

A recent survey showed that the two most dangerous breeds are dachshunds and chihuahuas. Who'd have thought it, eh?

He definitely won't surf, but thanks for your concern

I do love a bit of MN hysteria!

If you own a dog that's fine

But don't inflict your dog on everyone else.

Not everyone likes them

I don't want to be licked etc.

And it's fucking stupid to say I know my dog it's 100% trustworthy. It takes one just one nip. And the effects could be disastrous

Navy, that's the image of a killer right there. Dangerous, dangerous breed.

Joking, beautiful doggie. I would love a sausage dog next! Kids are desperate for one!

Inflicting dogs on people

Waitrose and Navy, would you allow your dogs into a room unattended that had a child in it that was prone to proding and pulling hair? No other people, just the child and the dog?

An unlikely scenario, granted, but you can see where I'm going with this...

My natural-born killer.

My dog turns one soon and such is my love for her that I can feel myself slipping into dog-mad territory, but still - dogs don't belong on buses.

I can't find a link to the study itself but here's what The Telegraph said about it:

www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newstopics/howaboutthat/2254479/Sausage-dogs-are-the-most-aggressive-dogs.html

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2015/may/28/hospital-admissions-for-injuries-caused-by-dogs-up-76-over-past-10-years?CMP=sharebtnn_link

Yeah dogs are really trustworthy

www.dogbiteclaims.co.uk/dog-attacks/dog-attacks-study-highlights-dachshunds-as-the-most-aggressive-breed.html

Dachshunds

And do you dismiss everything you read ! Because you don't like it

Navy, who said anything about maiming or killing? We're talking about the propensity for dogs to bite.

And the study was conducted by the University of Pennsylvania so yeah, I would tend to listen to the opinions of academics.

I think you're deliberately missing the point of my earlier question.

The owner did heed your warning and did as you asked, so I'm not sure what the problem is?!

It does not need to be mauling

A bite or nip is dangerous