Her Majesty Dogmad Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 (edited) A few years ago I took a small white fluffy to a new market that started up locally (it isn't running any more), it was a NSW produce market. I couldn't believe how many people gave me a wide berth because I had a dog. There wasn't a "no dog rule" in place - if there was I wouldn't have entered the market. He wasn't peeing on anyone's stall but I really didn't feel comfortable and never went again. I've been to other markets in the area with dogs and it was really enjoyable BUT everyone has to have their dogs on leads to avoid problems. No point taking dogs with on lead aggression or who are aggro with other dogs or dogs who don't cope with very crowded places or there are going to be issues. I'd only take one of mine because the others aren't the right fit for this type of environment. Edited August 9, 2015 by Her Majesty Dogmad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pjrt Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 I would like to take my dog to markets and other public events and places where he is allowed, but I wish people would just leave us the hell alone. I don't take the dog in the hopes of being ambushed a gazillion times for pats and question time. I take the dog so we can have a look around at our leisure. It really really annoys me that if I have a dog with me, people seem to think it is their dog given right to hassle the crap out of us and hold us up and keep us from peaceful enjoyment of the location. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 I would like to take my dog to markets and other public events and places where he is allowed, but I wish people would just leave us the hell alone. I don't take the dog in the hopes of being ambushed a gazillion times for pats and question time. I take the dog so we can have a look around at our leisure. It really really annoys me that if I have a dog with me, people seem to think it is their dog given right to hassle the crap out of us and hold us up and keep us from peaceful enjoyment of the location. We get that on camping holidays or when we go out for breakfast/lunch. I've had my meal interrupted so many times because people want to pat the dogs - just when we've got them quietly settled of course. I've even had parents send their kids over whilst they continue enjoying their own meal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirislin Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 I would like to take my dog to markets and other public events and places where he is allowed, but I wish people would just leave us the hell alone. I don't take the dog in the hopes of being ambushed a gazillion times for pats and question time. I take the dog so we can have a look around at our leisure. It really really annoys me that if I have a dog with me, people seem to think it is their dog given right to hassle the crap out of us and hold us up and keep us from peaceful enjoyment of the location. just put a muzzle on him, that will keep them away. Personally I pretty much expect people will stop me and want to talk and pat the dogs, it's just the nature of (some) people, and I accept it, and most of the time, enjoy it, apart from the smart arses who think they're funny and original when they say "what's that? it looks like a rat! Har har har" (insert Mr Rolly eyes here) Like I've never heard it before. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huski Posted August 9, 2015 Share Posted August 9, 2015 One thing that does annoy me a bit is the people who get offended when you don't want your dog to be best buddies with theirs. I move Blaze away from people who let their dogs rush up to her and a few times people have become offended. "But my dog just wants to say hi" (insert rolly eye man here) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flashsmum Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 I take ours to the local markets, as they are a quite small markets. I also take Harry (greyhound) to the Berry markets occasionally, because Whitney (great dane) wouldn't be happy with so many people around. I am lucky in that they both behave very well and are happy to be petted and swooned over, although I freak out at the amount of parents of small children who just let them march up to the dogs for a hug, without checking it's okay. I get told off by parents when I ask their child to stop and approach the dogs gently, because their kid "just looooves dogs and want to say hello". I respond with that they are lucky my dogs aren't reactive, and another dog may not take kindly to the kid throwing their arms around the dog's neck. I'm all for well behaved dogs that are controlled being at the markets, and love taking mine. If I really want to shop, I leave them at home, so when they're with me, I make sure they don't bother anyone and keep a close eye on them and other dogs. So far, haven't had any problems and it's been lovely getting them out like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dame Aussie Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 I don't mind people asking about my dogs, I'm a proud Mum after all :laugh: My Anatolian x Maremma gets a lot of comments and attention due to his size and the fact people don't know what he is, they all want to pat him and guess the breed, thankfully he loves it :laugh: I'll often complement other people's dogs. The only think that gets to me is kids running over as my Aussie can get a bit freaked and it's just not good practice anyway! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pjrt Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 see I am a wallflower hermit and hate anything that draws attention to me, so having the dog out with me in public is a real problem for me, because people just cant seem to mind their own business and leave me alone. I do not want the attention! I would never impose myself on another dog owner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huski Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 one of the reasons I take my dogs to the markets is because it is a great way to proof their training. Having people stop and ask about them or ask to pat them etc doesn't bother me as it is a good training opportunity :) :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Spotted Devil Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 I'm all for sharing info about my dogs but when you're trying to enjoy a nice meal it gets a bit tired! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steph M Posted August 10, 2015 Author Share Posted August 10, 2015 I'm all for sharing info about my dogs but when you're trying to enjoy a nice meal it gets a bit tired! It's true, I have wanted to get Gus a sign saying what he is, yes you can feed him if you ask him to sit first and yes he's friendly but you will get licked. Covers most of the bases....haha. Having said that, when he is behaving like a gem I loooove talking about him and showing him off, when he's being a barky, excited jerk I could happily hand his leash over and wave him goodbye for a few hours. Haha. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Better Late Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 (edited) I would love to one day be able to take Bonnie to our local markets, there are quite a few around in Bendigo with the Showgrounds just a leisurely stroll up the road. The oval on the showgrounds would be absolutely ideal for distraction training because there's so much going on nearby! When I get my puppy in a few years, markets will definitely be up there on my socialisation list. Carrying in the beginning because its a fairly dog-populated market but its a perfect opportunity as huski mentioned to proof training, and neutralise them to people cooing and fawning over them :D I would certainly take it as an opportunity to educate any kids that came rushing up to crowd the pup, and I'm not beyond telling parents that their child is behaving inappropriately, or its rude to allow your dog to rush others. I don't care a jot if someone gets offended, I do try to remain as diplomatic as possible but with age its becoming harder and harder :p Edited August 10, 2015 by Better Late Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leah82 Posted August 10, 2015 Share Posted August 10, 2015 Collie turns into an absolute gem of a dog around crowds, it's like there's so many people and smells he doesn't know what to do with himself :p . Where as you take him for a walk down the street and it becomes his mission in life to trip you up. We do need to keep an eye on him otherwise he will walk straight into people, dogs or children, it's one of the reasons we got him the blind dog lead so I didn't have to keep explaining why he's so clumsy Sarah is surprisingly quite the social butterfly as well, although she doesn't like people to have to bend down to pat her so she'll conveniently use your leg to make herself taller in the most delicate of ways, however that move isn't often welcomed in the muddy winter months. My rule for taking out the dogs to a crowded place is 1 dog or less per person. No way I'm handling both of them if I actually want to buy stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wonder Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 My local monthly farmers market allows dogs, and as it's where we set out from our Saturday run close to the dog beach, I always drop in to pick things up, with my dogs, and thoroughly enjoy it, although they can be a handful if I end up buying too much! I also have to constantly remind the boy to not mark the stall holders signs - which I see other dog owners not even blinking an eye at, which I just think is very rude. I also take them to introduce them to the farm animals that are brought in for the children - I always ask the man who runs the yard if I can take my dogs up to the fence. Every month he responds in the same way "you know, you are the only dog owner who ever bothers to ask me, thank you. I have others who have dogs snarling and barking at my animals, and they pretend I'm not here". It doesn't take a lot to have seasoned stall holders start to think that it's not a good idea. I would be sad if I couldn't take my dogs purely because a few others just can't be bothered to have simple respect. I do go to a much bigger and busier market (Red Hill) too that doesn't allow dogs, and I fully support them in that, it is just SO busy with people, that it is not a place for dogs getting trampled. So I do think some, absolutely, but not all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huski Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Thought I would share this video of Blaze from the markets on the weekend. She is practicing her loose leash walking under distraction :) And they have awesome coffee there, so win win! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaCC Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 (edited) I'm all for sharing info about my dogs but when you're trying to enjoy a nice meal it gets a bit tired! I have a a Julius K9 harness with an "In Training" Patch. I whack that on Nova when I'm going to places where I don't want people interrupting me to pat him (I get that a lot while I'm trying to have a meal etc). It surprisingly seems to work with most people! You do get the odd person that will ignore it, but most seem to stop and think when they see it. You can get "DO NOT PET/TOUCH" If you want to be more direct Edited August 11, 2015 by LisaCC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JulesP Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 I'm all for sharing info about my dogs but when you're trying to enjoy a nice meal it gets a bit tired! I have a a Julius K9 harness with an "In Training" Patch. I whack that on Nova when I'm going to places where I don't want people interrupting me to pat him (I get that a lot while I'm trying to have a meal etc). It surprisingly seems to work with most people! You do get the odd person that will ignore it, but most seem to stop and think when they see it. You can get "DO NOT PET/TOUCH" If you want to be more direct I go out with a friend that has Belgians a fair bit and everyone has to ask what sort of dogs they are. It drives me batty as we will be having a conversation and people just interrupt. The WORST day was when she had a 'in training' vest on him. So many people came up to ask what he was in training for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Animal House Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 Flea Markets were made for dogs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huski Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 JulesP I get asked what type of breed (usually it's "what's that crossed with") all the time. It would be rare I went somewhere like the markets and wasn't stopped half a dozen times at least to be asked what blaze is or have someone comment on her lol. I don't mind it as I'm a very social person but if you weren't it would get tiring quickly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaCC Posted August 11, 2015 Share Posted August 11, 2015 I'm all for sharing info about my dogs but when you're trying to enjoy a nice meal it gets a bit tired! I have a a Julius K9 harness with an "In Training" Patch. I whack that on Nova when I'm going to places where I don't want people interrupting me to pat him (I get that a lot while I'm trying to have a meal etc). It surprisingly seems to work with most people! You do get the odd person that will ignore it, but most seem to stop and think when they see it. You can get "DO NOT PET/TOUCH" If you want to be more direct I go out with a friend that has Belgians a fair bit and everyone has to ask what sort of dogs they are. It drives me batty as we will be having a conversation and people just interrupt. The WORST day was when she had a 'in training' vest on him. So many people came up to ask what he was in training for. Oh Ive gotten that one too, luckily not too often though. Perhaps she needs the more direct "DO NOT TOUCH" patches? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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