Dog unleashed

[mersaylee]

  On 8/3/2024 at 1:29 AM, Hamburger said:

If I see a dog unleased, I would walk over and give it a big hug.

 

Humans are more dangerous than dogs.

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I fishly agreed...😁

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[serenade]

My dogs, any sized, are leashed while walking outside. In my house they have full run of the place unleashed.

 I always leash them when outside as sometimes they show-off. Pretend to lunge at another dog, or person just for a thrill or to get a pat.

Another reason not to walk without leash is that they may dash across the road suddenly and get hit by a passing car. This is when it spots another friendly dog or a family member on the other side of the road.

Third reason is to stop my dogs from stealing food offerings to spirits on the road side. Especially in Ghost Month when people leave better quality food for prayers. My dog will lunge to grab a chicken while walking by. I do not want my dog to offend humans or spirits.

In short, my dogs are never outside without a leash. Pet runs can be leash-free, but I avoid as those runs are infested with fleas and ticks. Come back I have to de-tick and bathe. The only occasion when my dog is off leash in public is when they are in the water, at a beach. Dangerous for a dog to be leashed while frolicking in the water with me.  

 

[Lala81]

Well within your right to complain. Just whether you want to.

 

[Stary]

  On 8/3/2024 at 2:25 AM, Wind30 said:

Yes, the neighbour is a very nice guy so that is why I feel a bit bad for him and the dog. But the point is people like my wife who is terrified of dog is not doing to walk up to the owner to tell him off with that dog unleashed. So maybe he does not know other people is inconvenienced by his actions. 
my wife had dog owners scold her when she became defensive at overly friendly dogs running at her… both locally and overseas. My Son when he was 4 had a stray dog charge at him in Croatia… 

I never had a dog but my uncle had a big stray dog and I always ride it like a horse when young so I am ok with them. 

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If I am you, I will  certainly communicate with him instead of complain.  I don't like to make things difficult for a nice person, like you said.

But I will position it that the leashing of his dog is for his benefit and interest. For eg, incase the dog suddenly dash across the road when provoked or saw another dog and get into an accident.

He said it is sad for the dog to be leashed, and I would ask him who will be sadder if something bad happen to the dog knowing that a leash could have save the dog?

 

Edited August 3, 2024 by Stary

[Sosaria]

  On 8/3/2024 at 12:30 AM, Wind30 said:

If u see your neighbour walking this dog every morning unleashed what would you do?

I talked to him once a few weeks back but he still carry on. So today I brought out my phone and took a pic of the dog and talk to him again. The dog is very obedient and I am not afraid of dog but my wife is prettt scared. I think she can avoid the dog since the dog does not approach strangers. 
 

am I being too picky? The neighbour seems to be a totally nice guy and he did say he will leashed it but the dog will be sad.

anyone know what breed is the dog? I just know it is a big dog…

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This dog not that big. If it comes attacking just give it a solid kick ......

I am ok with dogs. If they sense you are not scared, they will not be aggressive. Unless is mad dog (due to rabies), then you have bigger problems.

But I know, hard to advise the spouse to change  , they will be scared irrationally.

 

[Wind30]

  On 8/3/2024 at 5:22 AM, Sosaria said:

This dog not that big. If it comes attacking just give it a solid kick ......

I am ok with dogs. If they sense you are not scared, they will not be aggressive. Unless is mad dog (due to rabies), then you have bigger problems.

But I know, hard to advise the spouse to change  , they will be scared irrationally.

 

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… I am not scared of that dog because I don’t think it will attack lah. If he decide to attack, I think it will be quite serious. Fighting with a dog will not end up well, even if u are “victorious” in the end right? 
Honestly I haven’t met a dog that tried to attack anyone yet in my life, all of them are just overly friendly I think. 
I do think there are some breed can attack people but I haven’t seen any in action real life.

[jcmm]

Big or small, good or bad behavior dog... It is mandated to leash in public. I am dog lover but for just in case, what is the difficulty leashing a dog? 

 

Edited August 3, 2024 by jcmm

[Jellandross]

  On 8/3/2024 at 12:43 AM, Wind30 said:

Ya the dog looks super well behaved but I am just worried one day something might spook him or he is in a really bad mood. Not really a dog owner but I have read stories…. I don’t know the dog that well other than seeing him a few times jogging. 
the neighbour said I was disrupting the harmony of the neighbourhood by complaining about his dog since his dog is not disturbing anyone. I guess the dog does not approach people but I have seen people taken detours around the dog… not sure if I am the “bad guy” here. I also don’t want to spoil the harmony 

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One of the common excuses entitled ppl use is "disrupting the harmony of the neighbourhood". Using the imaginary "what's best for the bigger community" to pressure you into silence. Can tell you are a very kind and considerate person if you are so troubled by this classic emotional hijack trick.

Laws are there for a reason especially for safety. Animals are not born with the capacity to understand rules but I assume their human owners do.

Edited August 3, 2024 by Jellandross

[Ender]

I was bitten by a dog when as i kid. So there's phobia for dog. Please leash even if you think it's well behave.

Think for those who are genuinely afraid even though you're confident that your dog won't bite.

[Wind30]

  On 8/3/2024 at 7:26 AM, Jellandross said:

One of the common excuses entitled ppl use is "disrupting the harmony of the neighbourhood". Using the imaginary "what's best for the bigger community" to pressure you into silence. Can tell you are a very kind and considerate person if you are so troubled by this classic emotional hijack trick.

Laws are there for a reason especially for safety. Animals are not born with the capacity to understand rules but I assume their human owners do.

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No lah, the neighbour and his dog were both very nice and polite, that is why I feel bad. Esp the dog 🙂 he was sitting there quietly while I was chatting with his owner. If the dog is badly behaved or the owner is not nice, the case is more clear cut. Overseas we have met dog owners with highly energetic dog that charges at every stranger he sees, unleashed… my wife is terrified by those.

Edited August 3, 2024 by Wind30

[Beregond]

  On 8/3/2024 at 6:59 AM, Wind30 said:

… I am not scared of that dog because I don’t think it will attack lah. If he decide to attack, I think it will be quite serious. Fighting with a dog will not end up well, even if u are “victorious” in the end right? 
Honestly I haven’t met a dog that tried to attack anyone yet in my life, all of them are just overly friendly I think. 
I do think there are some breed can attack people but I haven’t seen any in action real life.

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depend on the situation, if they are scared or spook, or some other dog come within their terrority or a bitch are nearby, no matter how well behave the dog is, they might just lose control. 

alot of cases even those really really guai golden retriever lost control and cause inj already ,

[13177]

  On 8/3/2024 at 7:36 AM, Ender said:

I was bitten by a dog when as i kid. So there's phobia for dog. Please leash even if you think it's well behave.

Think for those who are genuinely afraid even though you're confident that your dog won't bite.

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Correct, that's what i have mentioned earlier. No matter small or big dog, well behave or not, you never know when they will go 'crazy'. Ever heard that some dogs even can bite their owner, whether unintentionally or intentionally is another issue.

[Sosaria]

  On 8/3/2024 at 6:59 AM, Wind30 said:

… I am not scared of that dog because I don’t think it will attack lah. If he decide to attack, I think it will be quite serious. Fighting with a dog will not end up well, even if u are “victorious” in the end right? 
Honestly I haven’t met a dog that tried to attack anyone yet in my life, all of them are just overly friendly I think. 
I do think there are some breed can attack people but I haven’t seen any in action real life.

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You haven't yet run into those stray dog packs that are territorial and will give chase

Long ago, construction sites sure have these packs. They are fed by the workers and help to guard the site.

Early morning runner or cyclist like me previously sure get chased a few times before. I was told (but never tried) that the pack is quite cowardly actually ; if you stand your ground, they will chase up to a point and stop short, stand-off with you.

But really, those keeping dogs gotta have some common sense as in the size limit that can be kept. Often see teens or maids walking a huge dog (or actually the dog is walking the human), barely keeping the animal in control. Very dangerous if the dog sees something that spook them or turn aggressive.

Edited August 4, 2024 by Sosaria

[Ody_2004]

  On 8/4/2024 at 1:56 AM, Sosaria said:

You haven't yet run into those stray dog packs that are territorial and will give chase

Long ago, construction sites sure have these packs. They are fed by the workers and help to guard the site.

Early morning runner or cyclist like me previously sure get chased a few times before. I was told (but never tried) that the pack is quite cowardly actually ; if you stand your ground, they will chase up to a point and stop short, stand-off with you.

But really, those keeping dogs gotta have some common sense as in the size limit that can be kept. Often see teens or maids walking a huge dog (or actually the dog is walking the human), barely keeping the animal in control. Very dangerous if the dog sees something that spook them or turn aggressive.

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yeah construction site used to have.. Seletar area leading to the cycling lane used to encountered them.. yishun after the dam oso have..

they will chase until you out of their controlled territory.. help to achieve your personal best timing! whahahahaha..

 

[Jman888]

I see some people unleash their dogs in the neighborhood park, usually smaller dogs. if seeing unleash dogs frightened you then how to travel to some developing countries where street dogs are everywhere?

[Wind30]

  On 8/4/2024 at 1:56 AM, Sosaria said:

You haven't yet run into those stray dog packs that are territorial and will give chase

Long ago, construction sites sure have these packs. They are fed by the workers and help to guard the site.

Early morning runner or cyclist like me previously sure get chased a few times before. I was told (but never tried) that the pack is quite cowardly actually ; if you stand your ground, they will chase up to a point and stop short, stand-off with you.

But really, those keeping dogs gotta have some common sense as in the size limit that can be kept. Often see teens or maids walking a huge dog (or actually the dog is walking the human), barely keeping the animal in control. Very dangerous if the dog sees something that spook them or turn aggressive.

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  Not many “wild” or stray dogs around these days. I only see 1 or 2 rarely near my place at targore industrial area but they don’t bother me either. 

[13177]

  On 8/4/2024 at 1:56 AM, Sosaria said:

You haven't yet run into those stray dog packs that are territorial and will give chase

Long ago, construction sites sure have these packs. They are fed by the workers and help to guard the site.

Early morning runner or cyclist like me previously sure get chased a few times before. I was told (but never tried) that the pack is quite cowardly actually ; if you stand your ground, they will chase up to a point and stop short, stand-off with you.

But really, those keeping dogs gotta have some common sense as in the size limit that can be kept. Often see teens or maids walking a huge dog (or actually the dog is walking the human), barely keeping the animal in control. Very dangerous if the dog sees something that spook them or turn aggressive.

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Indeed i got chase by those stray dogs when passed by those construction site when i was a kid. 😅 So i have phobia when i see stray dogs on the street even now. Scare that they would come chase me.

[Victor68]

My dog won't bite, if it does, sorry lah, it is just an animal? Isn't it too late and in a public shared place, your likes may not be others like. So just be a considerate public lor.