I know I’m going to get a lot of haters out in the world for blogging on this issue. First, let me start by saying that I am a pet lover. I love all animals and I wish them no harm.

I put off writing about this for a couple of weeks but then I saw this from Wolffer Estate Vineyards and I had to express how I feel too. Wolffer Estate Vineyards is in Sagaponack, New York. It is very beautiful there.

“For years, Wölffer Estate has welcomed well-behaved dogs on leash (and their owners). But summer crowds have proven too much for our furry friends. With apologies to our loyal friends and their four-legged companions, we feel it’s time to change our policy. Starting tomorrow (Friday, July 24), dogs will no longer be allowed at the main winery or the Wine Stand. Due to the heat of the season, we recommend dogs not be left unattended in your vehicle. Please plan accordingly!”

Exactly how I feel!  I was recently on vacation in Newport, Rhode Island. A beautiful place with a lovely New England feel.  These are the settings I came across in my daily travels there and as well as everywhere else I went.

The Top Three Places To Not Bring Your Dog:

1.    Crowded Areas– please don’t bring your pet to a street festival or crafts fair where there are a lot of people walking around with their families. Pets can feel threatened and therefore a dog attack can happen.  A few years back, I myself was bitten by a dog for no reason at all. The dog just wanted to attack. Luckily, it wasn’t a bad bite.

2.    Store- please don’t take your pets to the store. Is it necessary to bring them into the supermarket, souvenir shop, or even dressing room of the local clothing store? Yes, the dressing room! I was at a clothing store (not mentioning this big brand name) and out of the dressing room comes a gentleman with his Jack Terrier. I was amazed.  An adorable dog, yes. But, really? Please leave them home. If you don’t want to leave them home, then maybe you don’t have the time to have a pet.

3.    Playgrounds-  they are for children. Children love doggies. And they will march right up to a dog and pet them. Children have no fear and don’t know that these animals can be dangerous.

Thank you Wolffer Estate for seeing what I’ve been thinking about for a long time.

Love,
Rose