Should Dogs Be Allowed In Restaurants & Hotels?
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The following was part of an email I just received. I know this is not a new thing but this is really going too far in my opinion. I thought dogs weren't allowed in restaurants, when did this law change? I don't want to dine amongst moggies farting, belching, slobbering and possibly leaving little friends around. I also don't want to sleep in a smelly hotel room where they have been. Why are we treating animals like humans? Yes, I get loving your dog, I love my granddogs but I am sure they do not feel unloved if they are not taken to restaurants and hotels!
( This weak spot for man’s best friend extends to workplaces, where we welcome the things with open paws, you can take your dog to the gym (why?), hotels are falling over themselves to provide dog-friendly rooms, even property developers are selling themselves on their doggy credentials. And, of course, restaurants are also in on the act.)
As a dog owner I welcome the fact that restaurants and hotels are becoming more dog friendly instead of only being able to eat only out side, they have always been some select places were they do this and it is nice for owners with well behaved dogs to dine out or to stay in a hotel. As I like to visit places and to be able to take my dog if I chose to do so is a added bonus. I know not everyone likes this idea but the hotels or restaurants do have separate eating areas
I would personally rather have a dog in a restaurant than unruly kids screaming and running around. But with both dogs and kids, it's all down to the owners/parents.
RegularComper90 I was just about to say the thing about screaming kids 
I do understand where Lynibis is coming from though, some people just don't like animals when they go out.
Our local pub will not leave dogs in the restaurant part, but they're welcome in the bar. We try and keep our woofer in the beer garden if it's not raining.
"I don't want to dine amongst moggies farting, belching, slobbering"
That part certainly made me laugh. Thank you. 
There are a few men in my family who behave that way also. Not so much in public establishments though (as far as I know).
Thank you for making me smile! You're setting yourself up for some strong opposition but I 100% agree with you. 
I love animals and dogs, in particular, but there is one absolute truth........ some dog owners are nose-blind! I can smell a wet dog/greasy dog and even the best loved pooch at 10 paces and I don't want their company when I'm dining out.
Yesterday was a celebration day and almost settled on one place that had a reputation for having great food and being very friendly but I had a last minute check (reviews) before getting in the car only to find that the place had a robust 'odeur de chien'. There were so many comments regarding the dogs sitting on dining chairs and banquettes, growling at other dogs and wandering round the restaurant that we decided it just wasn't worth the possible aggravation. 
Yes I agree, I knew I would get more nays than yays and I really do not want everyone to think I don't like dogs. In fact, over the last few years I have grown to be very fond of them and especially my granddogs, I would be devastated if anything happened to them. One in particular is so glad to see me and sits with me the whole time when I visit. I also dogsit often.
However, I just don't understand the need for all this pampering....dog weddings, dog restaurants, dog jewellery etc etc. The poor pooches are not any happier because of all this and although many dogs are clever I do not believe they can reason and then get the sulks if they are not taken to a restaurant. Dog owners do sometimes forget that some people don't just not like them, but are actually scared of them and I am not sure how they can prevent dogs fighting or being aggressive as not all dog owners are responsible.
RegularComper90 yes me too, they can be just as bad lol. I also agree about kids as discipline is so lacking these days and I can't stand kids running round instead of sitting still and eating. There are few adult only domains around these days, we have to share with dogs and children!!!
Lynibis As a dog owner I agree with you about things like dog jewellery, dog weddings, even dog fashionable clothing, I fail to see the need for that, but if others are happy to go along with it "each to their own", doesn't really affect me. Taking dogs into restaurants or shops there is really no need one of us will wait outside the shop with the dog, otherwise they become entangled in the displays with their leads, knock things of the shelves with their tails ,and are even sniffing away at food stuff . With restaurants we have always managed to obtain tables outside with our dog and I think that's reasonable , and again with hotel rooms or holiday accommodation, most of the larger companies will permit pets only in certain accommodation , for which you pay a premium , again I think that's fair enough, unless your unlucky to be given pet friendly accommodation when you don't have a pet, but that's down to you to complain to the company about .
Good points, I didn't realise that rooms were kept just for pet owners, but I bet they are tempted to give to those without pets if there is only, say, one left. As you say, the weddings, jewellery etc does not affect others, just makes me feel the owners must be a sandwich short of a picnic!
The restaurant stuff does affect others but if possible I will eat where they don't allow pets, or, as long as it is in a separate section maybe go along with it. However I still think it is a bit weird as dogs are not human and do not need to go to restaurants. I can just imagine if pet owners took snakes, cats, guinea pigs etc along.....mayhem lol.
Years ago when we had a dog we would take her into pubs but never a restaurant. She was extremely lazy so never wandered around causing a nuisance and although I am an animal lover I wouldn’t dream of taking them on holiday. My friends daughter is allergic to dog hair so that’s not good staying in a pet friendly hotel.
I agree wholeheartedly with you. We have no desire to spend our meal times (when we do go out) with other peoples dogs whether they are well behaved or not. We feel this because of the reasons you give above as well as the fact that dogs can't always control their bowls and/or bladders even though they are indoors. They also shake.... and the fur can land anywhere and that anywhere could include in our dinners! I think it is unreasonable to expect diners to eat with any pets around. We wouldn't ever go back somewhere if a dog arrived in a restaurant we were eating in and if we saw a dog before we were seated we wouldn't stay.
For as long as I can remember it has always been guide dogs only allowed in food shops and eateries, I would love to know when this changed and why. It was always considered unhygienic and I can't see how that has changed.
Lynibis I don't know when or why it changed but have noticed it more in the last few years.
We only have one business in our village and that is a cafe. We don't go in there anymore because they have a regular (daily) customer who takes their dog in there. The dog was always sat in the middle of the room, in the way, and I agree unhygienic is the word. They lost our business when that started, and possibly other business too, disappointing but there it is. We don't want to eat with dogs and it's not too far to go elsewhere but now we have to drive instead of walk.
When I worked in the hotel, dogs were only allowed in certain rooms and you had to pay extra as it takes longer to clean a room a dog has been in. When we have gone on holiday we have taken our dog to a dog friendly hotel and she was allowed to eat in the restaurant, she got her own dog bowl and treats, however, it was a completely separate part of the restaurant, you only sat in there if you had a dog, so other customers didn't have to sit with them.
I don't mind places being dog friendly, I enjoy seeing dogs when I'm out, my son adores dogs and always wants to say hello to them. I do agree that some things, like dog weddings, are a step too far but I don't mind a dog in a restaurant.
Should only be guide dogs to be fair . Sadly dogs are a reflection of their owners standards , and we all know what many of those standards amount to .
I agree with allowing dogs in normal pubs , even puppies , who have to learn . But in dedicated restaurants that is a step too far .
People today treat their dogs better then kids whice is why they lack manners. Did you know you can marry one
We had a cafe open about 3 years ago just for dog owners who were selling cakes for them and humans takeaways. Well it lasted a few months
I like being able to take our dog for a pub lunch, but there do have to be rules about well behaved dogs as sadly some dog owners don't take responsibility for their pets at all. I'm less sure about restaurants though. I think as long as there are some dog friendly places out there then there is a choice for all. Its the same with caravan parks / holiday homes - we wouldn't book anywhere that is not dog friendly but fully understand that many sites do not welcome dogs. As long as they make it clear when you book its not a problem
I think they should but obviously not in certain areas. I would happily take my dog with me to a hotel and would be considerate of others in case they have allergies to dogs. I would only take my dog to a restaurant if it was a good day and we sat outside. I would not take dogs inside restaurants.
We have a bar here that recently underwent a multi million pound refurbishment. It is a destination place due to the location. It has a large outdoor area, and I don’t mind dogs out there but they actively encourage indoor ’canine clientele’ and provide chairs and treats for them.
Personally, I find this off putting, especially if I’m eating. I don’t think dogs should be allowed in dining areas. We have a dog and she comes to beer gardens with us, but if we are going to a restaurant she’d stay at home!
We often take our dog away with us for short breaks away. So dog friendly hotels etc are ideal for us. There's obviously a place for them & I suspect many businesses profit highly from being dog friendly. As long as it's made clear to none pet owners than I don't see a problem. I'm more than happy to leave my dog at home when going out to a restaurant tho.
I remember passing two women who were talking and one of them had a dog and probably because they were talking too long the dog had to relieve itself right on the pavement next to them. This wouldn't seem terrible except they were standing right next to occupied outside tables of a cafe who were eating food and even for me passing by walking there was a super strong smell of excrement as I passed. Many of the people sitting at the tables groaned as the dog relieved itself.
I love dogs but I'm not super keen on dogs inside unless dedicated areas where you can choose to take the risk.
I'd rather have restaurants separated into quiet and loud sections. If you have young children, dogs, disabled people etc anyone that is going to cause a lot of noise and further issues you would go to the loud section and for those who just want a quiet meal they go to the quiet section. Some people in restaurants just won't shut up at all. They think everyone should hear their conversation so I'd certainly like them to go into the loud section too.
I realise now I'm getting to be quite an old git nowadays but honestly not trying to be offensive.
I don't find your comment at all offensive. Ageing is strange. I find I have far more patience now, especially when teaching or explaining something but I inwardly lose it at the lax society we live in today. So many things I stress about and a colleague recently told me off asking why I get so irate and have such strong opinions on things I cannot change.
I hope the ladies in your example picked up after their pooch, I would not have been able to continue eating had I been there!
Lynibis I walked a bit faster in order to get to cleaner air but they certainly looked like one of them would especially as they would be encouraged by the people sitting at the tables.
I saw why not as long as they can be controlled. But im not sure how it would for people with allergies
I do believe we should be able to take well behaved dogs wherever we go. There are part of my family.
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