Comments on: How Pet Friendly Businesses Could Save Lives

By: Monika & Sam

Monika & Sam — Tue, 29 Mar 2016 20:44:29 +0000

Kudos for your fine training with Honey’s socialization. Her reaction to having her tail stepped on er…make that non-reaction) is a clear testament to your training. Well done!

By: Beth Patterson

Beth Patterson — Wed, 23 Mar 2016 04:22:41 +0000

You bring up an excellent point. I have never thought about it like that. Nelly and Sophie are fine with people and most dogs they meet, but Theo is highly distrustful of strangers. His life (and mine) would be easier if his puppyhood had been different.

By: Cathlin

Cathlin — Tue, 22 Mar 2016 23:31:39 +0000

I agree completely with your point about socialization, but I have to admit when I read the headline, I thought of people leaving dogs in cars, in heat or cold, instead of bringing them into businesses. If dogs were allowed more places, this wouldn’t be a problem. Of course, that’s not even an option for you, since you don’t have a car to leave Honey in (and wouldn’t do it even if you did!).

By: Dachshund Nola

Dachshund Nola — Tue, 22 Mar 2016 01:28:34 +0000

Yes! I could not agree more. Both breeders and owners need to be more proactive about socializing their puppies. I’ve recently discovered the Puppy Culture films, and it’s fascinating to see just how much those first few weeks affect the dog’s whole life.

I extensively socialized Nola. She went to shops, a mall, restaurants, parks, a bookstore, dog stores, ect. She was exposed to automatic doors, wheelchairs, elevators, and even escalators. She’ll never been a “oh people! Pet me!” type of dog, since she’s an aloof little dachshund, but she is completely safe and secure in all social settings. It opens so many doors!

By: Kelley

Kelley — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 22:52:03 +0000

I love being able to take my dogs with me. I ALWAYS thank pet friendly establishments. And I don’t mind spending more to patronize them either. Most people I know feel the same way. Hopefully business owners will the hint.

By: Groovy Goldendoodles

Groovy Goldendoodles — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 20:05:26 +0000

You make the best campaign manager EVER!!!! Loved the post, really makes you think a minute about all the many ways one can socialize a dog correctly. And I must agree – Charleston is probably the best city EVER to acclimate your dog 🙂 From banks, to restaurants, retail and transportation, a pup has access to just about everything so there’s no reason to leave them home here in Chas. Hope everyone who reads this post – hops over and votes for #charlestonsc

By: lauranne

lauranne — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 16:43:56 +0000

I am cheering along with you as I am reading this. I was discussing BDs issues with some people who knew him really well at the weekend and we all seemed to draw the conclusion that a lot of his issues were down to the fact my ex just didn’t bother to socialise him. Stupid man!