I've seen it all now...."service" dogs

jujube

jujube

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This afternoon, I was leaving a store as a woman walked in through the doors. She had three Pomeranians bouncing around in her cart, dressed in frilly little dresses with tiny pastel top hats on their heads, held on by elastic bands. As she walked through the door, she said in a loud voice, "SERVICE DOGS!!!" and kept walking. The security guard didn't stop or question her. Apparently stores/restaurants/businesses are so afraid of getting sued that they're just caving in.

I have the greatest admiration for true service dogs but, excuse me, three yappy little Poms....three of them? And dressed for the Bal Rouge, no less?
 

Ummm, perhaps they were service dogs...if she'd didn't have them the poor woman might fall toadly off the nutso scale;)

When I worked at Petco there were two women who came in every week. The clothing racks were in front of the register so I could see them clearly. They each had a tea cup sized pup. Sometimes for an hour or more they would stand there playing dress up with their widdle pookins. I guess the dogs were used to it. Each outfit and they were put on the floor to model. Both women would buy a few items and treats n' leave very happy. It takes all kinds...
 

It's bad enough when people stick their kids in carts to rub their dirty butts all over, but a trio of foo-foo dogs?

If I were the guard I would have played Skittle Bowling with the little beasts. And Dunk the Punk with the woman.
 
People like that who abuse the service dog system disgust me! I've heard so many stories of people who just want their dogs to accompany them on a daily basis getting these bogus permits and putting service dog vests on their pets. There was even complaints of pet dogs fouling the airplanes who were out of control and definitely not trained service dogs.

Shame to people who are doing this, it's a scam and a disservice to the real wonderful service dogs that are so needed by disabled American citizens and Veterans. http://dogtime.com/dog-health/gener...umn-fake-service-dogs-are-a-shame-and-a-crime
 
One of my sisters used to "puppy raise" for what is arguably the most highly-respected service dog organization in the country. They're raised in homes and correctional institutions until they are 1 1/2-2 years old, then they go for intensive training at the training facility. By the time these dogs are fully trained and then brought together with their recipients for final training, between 2-3 years has been spent and thousands of dollars expended. And even then, at the end of the training, some dogs are "released" from service for various reasons and some of the recipients are judged to be unable to handle the dogs.

Compare these dogs to the so-called service dogs whose owners have bought their credentials from the internet for $150 so that they can take them for free on the planes and into restaurants and you'll know why my blood boils. OK, off the soapbox.
 
Then again there was a book called " Until Tuesday". Son was a certified veteran with PTSD. New York bus drivers gave him such a hard time. Tuesday was a real service dog, sucks that some people try to take advantage.
 
jujube said:
This afternoon, I was leaving a store as a woman walked in through the doors. She had three Pomeranians bouncing around in her cart, dressed in frilly little dresses with tiny pastel top hats on their heads, held on by elastic bands. As she walked through the door, she said in a loud voice, "SERVICE DOGS!!!" and kept walking. The security guard didn't stop or question her. Apparently stores/restaurants/businesses are so afraid of getting sued that they're just caving in.

I have the greatest admiration for true service dogs but, excuse me, three yappy little Poms....three of them? And dressed for the Bal Rouge, no less?
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Ghastly little animals which have no place in shops. No sane person would dress up any animal, it is an insult to their species.:mad:
 
You should have seen some of the dogs that people would bring on-board the plane. I seen everything from a clown suit to a tuxedo. I never figured out how a dog could enjoy a six and a half hour plane ride shoved in a cage and under a seat, let alone the dogs that were riding in the plane's cargo hold. I know for some of the dogs, it really stresses them out.
 
SifuPhil said:
It's bad enough when people stick their kids in carts to rub their dirty butts all over, but a trio of foo-foo dogs?

If I were the guard I would have played Skittle Bowling with the little beasts. And Dunk the Punk with the woman.
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And hang a score board behind you:
Pooch-Bowling points =
Punk Dunks:
--- old ladies with foo-foo pooches =
--- droopy pants punks =
--- just plain punks =
--- people who look like trouble walking in =
 
oldman said:
You should have seen some of the dogs that people would bring on-board the plane. I seen everything from a clown suit to a tuxedo. I never figured out how a dog could enjoy a six and a half hour plane ride shoved in a cage and under a seat, let alone the dogs that were riding in the plane's cargo hold. I know for some of the dogs, it really stresses them out.
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No animal should be in the passenger cabin, it should be in the hold in a specially equipped area for animals. Some people are allergic to dogs, and if the animal began to bark, it would be highly unpleasant for the other passengers.:mad:
 
Our condo complex now has two service dogs. Complaints have been mounting as one woman has one because she has anxiety about living alone. It seems that the dog is certified but she might be certifiable...
 
oohjarwatsit said:
Ghastly little animals which have no place in shops. No sane person would dress up any animal, it is an insult to their species.:mad:
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I get the impression that you don't like dogs. And little dogs are only as ghastly as their owners allow because they're basically just dogs who happen to be small. I've had little dogs for decades and mine are well behaved, don't destroy furniture (like big dogs can) and are wonderfully portable and easy to travel with. As for clothes on dogs, well my dog does have a sweater for when the weather is really miserably cold (as should many short haired breeds) but so what if people want to dress their dogs up? People do that for the animals comfort (cold weather) or for fun. My youngest even used to have 'Doggles' for her pitbull because if too much sun is bad for our eyes, then it's bad for a dogs eyes. The tourists in Whistler loved seeing him when she'd walk him through the Village on a summer day wearing his cool threads and 'Doggles'.

Here's a cute picture of her muttie Hooch and how I'll always remember him. Totally undignified and totally lovable despite his rather 'bohemian' style of dress;). RIP Hooch:love_heart:, we'll always love you Fur-grandbaby! (and yes, our dogs are part of our families, not dogs we own!)

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And hasn't the military begun to realize the value of service dogs to help soldiers with PTSD deal with the emotions and anxieties that develop as a result of what they did? I'm pretty sure that I've seen a piece or two on tv that has addressed this. And the other thing I was wondering, is that acceptable while a woman who uses a service dog for anxiety is not? Or would both be considered ridiculous?
 
Wrigley's said:
And hang a score board behind you:
Pooch-Bowling points =
Punk Dunks:
--- old ladies with foo-foo pooches =
--- droopy pants punks =
--- just plain punks =
--- people who look like trouble walking in =
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LOL!

Wow - that scoreboard could be expanded SO much ...

Punk Dunks:
--- people with cell phones glued to their heads
--- people whom you think are talking to you but are actually using BlueTooth
--- people who don't smile at me
--- people who smile at me
--- people who stand in the middle of the aisle chatting
--- people on line who shove their carts into my butt
--- people who need a shower
--- people who need a delousing
--- people who need to be professionally steam-cleaned
--- people who buy a stick of gum with a credit card or a $50 bill

Pooch Bowling Points:
--- Non-Fatal
--- Fatal
--- Not Sure Yet
 
Something I might add is I can understand people wanting their dogs close at all times. But for some pups it's way too stressful. I mean my Sophie is big but very fearful of strangers. It appears like she's well trained but I see her get bug eyed. It's cruel when people carry a tiny dog into a loud environment and the pup is quaking in terror.
 
SifuPhil said:
LOL!

Wow - that scoreboard could be expanded SO much ...

Punk Dunks:
--- people with cell phones glued to their heads
--- people whom you think are talking to you but are actually using BlueTooth
--- people who don't smile at me
--- people who smile at me
--- people who stand in the middle of the aisle chatting
--- people on line who shove their carts into my butt
--- people who need a shower
--- people who need a delousing
--- people who need to be professionally steam-cleaned
--- people who buy a stick of gum with a credit card or a $50 bill

Pooch Bowling Points:
--- Non-Fatal
--- Fatal
--- Not Sure Yet
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Wear skates and some gear and an eager expression. And write in some really high scores even if you have to lie.

It'd be the most civilized store in the country.
 
fureverywhere said:
Something I might add is I can understand people wanting their dogs close at all times. But for some pups it's way too stressful. I mean my Sophie is big but very fearful of strangers. It appears like she's well trained but I see her get bug eyed. It's cruel when people carry a tiny dog into a loud environment and the pup is quaking in terror.
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Although it can also be said that continued exposure to new experiences desensitizes dogs and in the long run, they can adjust very well. My daughters little chihuahua used to be very antisocial and went through an apprehensive stage but now they all go to the dog park and Penny is happily playing with all the other dogs regardless of their size and she's getting accustomed to having strangers around. Having said that, you're right in that some dogs don't adjust and for those that don't, then a quiet home with is ideal. Dogs are like people, some are outgoing (doesn't matter the size) and some aren't.

We used to have a little fellow that didn't appreciate any sort of close contact (little or no petting was perfect, no eye contact, boisterous carrying on in his vicinity was a no-no) but he didn't mind going out and being in public places as long as no one touched him.
 
SifuPhil said:
LOL!

Wow - that scoreboard could be expanded SO much ...

Punk Dunks:
--- people with cell phones glued to their heads
--- people whom you think are talking to you but are actually using BlueTooth
--- people who don't smile at me
--- people who smile at me
--- people who stand in the middle of the aisle chatting
--- people on line who shove their carts into my butt
--- people who need a shower
--- people who need a delousing
--- people who need to be professionally steam-cleaned
--- people who buy a stick of gum with a credit card or a $50 bill

I can take all of the things you don't like there Sifu.
But you don't even want me to SMILE at you?
I am devastated!
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Debby I agree, some dogs can be socialized very nicely. Soph was a nightmare the first year, completely dependent on me and a horror on leash. Then by year two she got better. So good she could go to the dog park and play off leash. Still skittish with strange humans but great with small dogs. Dogs her size and bigger she was afraid.

We had a bunch of good years and she could run trails with me off leash. She would run after a deer or goose, then come right back to Mami. Eeeesh, I remember her leaping in the water after the geese. I'd have a towel in the car to clean her up before I brought her home. But she had a good time and lots of exercise. Then a few years later she regressed.

She attacked a few dogs without being provoked. She's in her golden years now. I keep her away from any creatures other than the ones in our home. We walk late night to avoid other dogs. Callie knows to stay out of her way when she goes moody. Poor baby, if she were human she'd be on major meds by now. But I love her still.
 
There are two types of "service" type dogs. The ones jujube described. I know someone who is soon to get one--18 year old autistic who will have the dog to go to the store, etc. He lives with his family but needs help to cross streets safely (among other things).

There is another type that is a comfort dog or cat, I'm not sure if they're allowed in stores/restaurants, but they are allowed in non-pet government or HUD housing. This is likely the lady with the three pups, although I doubt you could qualify for more than one.
 
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