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Was asked to leave a shop today because of 'hygiene'

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ShakeWellBeforeOpening · 08/02/2013 13:07

Took my dog for a walk this morning and went via the local town as had to get a few things. Went into one shop with dog - big welcome and fuss made of .

Went into local small branch of well know chemist (no no dogs sign and nowhere to tie her up outside) wandering up aisle to get one thing when shop assistant told me that I could not have dog in there , I asked why and she said 'hygiene' .

I wish shop owners / retailers would get their facts right about dogs in shops - funny how my dog is allowed in pubs and some cafes round here.

I know it is at their discretion but spouting 'Hygiene' reasons is really annoying when with well behaved and trained dog.

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ChickensHaveNoEyebrows · 08/02/2013 13:09

I always assume that I can't take my dog in to a shop unless they specifically state that I can. Are you in the UK?

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ShakeWellBeforeOpening · 08/02/2013 13:10

yes in UK - I always look for signs to say no dogs and would also look for somewhere to tie her up - but nothing.

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TakingTheStairs · 08/02/2013 13:11

Your dog may be trained and well behaved but he may have muddy paws, (we can wipe our shoes) he may shed, he may cause an allergy to someone that's already ill and seeking advice from the pharmacist. I am quite surprised that anyone would think it's acceptable to bring a dog into a pharmacy.
And I say that as a dog lover and owner.

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Floralnomad · 08/02/2013 13:11

I'm surprised you're allowed to take the dog in any shops , I always thought it was assistance dogs only apart from in pet shops. I don't think it's unreasonable either as lots of people's dogs are not well behaved and would cause chaos . It always amazes me how many people tie their dogs up outside our local shops especially with the increase in dog thefts at the moment.

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ShakeWellBeforeOpening · 08/02/2013 13:13

But it's the blanket 'hygiene' excuse that people use - buts its OK to take them into pubs and some cafes.

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wannabedomesticgoddess · 08/02/2013 13:15

Why would you think its ok?

I have a dog and I absolutely dont think its ok to take dogs into shops.

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ChickensHaveNoEyebrows · 08/02/2013 13:15

Same here, Floral. I never tie my dog up outside a shop, I either make sure I have someone with me to hand the lead to or just...don't take the dog if I have to go shopping.

When we were in LA last year, dogs seemed to be allowed pretty much everywhere. We were in a huge department store and all the dogs were wearing t-shirts. It was so surreal.

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TakingTheStairs · 08/02/2013 13:17

I would see it as actually being a hygiene issue personally, and although I love that you can bring them into some pubs / cafés, I do find it odd and slightly not right to have animals where food is being served.
So I choose to see it as a bonus if I can bring my dog in and standard that I can't.

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ShakeWellBeforeOpening · 08/02/2013 13:17

I think its ok - if I have no choice to tie her up outside and there are no signs. I don't like tying her up outside anyway.

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Pootles2010 · 08/02/2013 13:19

I think the hygene thing is just because they don't want to get into an argument with you, as you say its an excuse. They don't want your dog in their shop - you should just leave it at that.

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cocolepew · 08/02/2013 13:21

I wouldn't dream if taking my dog into any shop.

Imagine if they decided to take a piss on the floor.

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MissyMooandherBeaverofSteel · 08/02/2013 13:22

Its not very hygenic imo, I don't want to pick something up off a shelf and find dog drool on it, dogs also don't really care where they urinate or you could walk past products and get dog hair on them. I especially wouldn't take a dog into a chemist where asthmatics and people with allergies may be waiting for medication.

I'm not sure why you thought it would be ok Confused

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wannabedomesticgoddess · 08/02/2013 13:23

If I went for a meal and someone had their dog in there I would leave.

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zumbaholic · 08/02/2013 13:24

I wasnt aware you could take a dog in any shop with the exception of some petshops, without it being a hearing/blind dog?

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ChickensHaveNoEyebrows · 08/02/2013 13:24

I can see the hygiene issue. In the last week, my dog has:

  • vommed up some half digested dead thing on the kitchen floor, and then eaten it again.
  • eaten an inordinate amount of tasty cat shit.
  • emptied his anal glands joyfully on a pair of slippers.


And he is house trained. No way, no how would I take him in to a shop/pub/cafe.
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ChickensHaveNoEyebrows · 08/02/2013 13:25

YY, most pet shops allow you to take fido in. I've only found rural pups that allow well behaved dogs, and even then they tend to prefer you to sit al fresco.

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CheddarGorgeous · 08/02/2013 13:25

Don't bring your dog shopping then. Problem solved Confused

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ShakeWellBeforeOpening · 08/02/2013 13:27

It's a chemist /shop - the pharmacy right at the back - so didn't go anywhere near that.

My dog is fully house trained - more likely to have a potty training toddler wee on the floor Grin

Assistance dogs allowed - don't people get allergic to them or is it just non working dogs that people get allergic to Hmm

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Greensleeves · 08/02/2013 13:27

I'm surprised that you would expect to be able to take a dog into a chemist. A shop is no place for a dog unless it is a guide/assistance dog.

I also think it is oddly presumptuous to expect "somewhere to tie her up outside". Do you think all shops are obliged to provide facilities for your dog? Confused

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TantrumsAndBalloons · 08/02/2013 13:29

well, obviously assistance dogs are necessary for the people using them?

I never take my dogs into shops, I dont look ofr signs, I just dont do it.

I dont tie them up either, I just dont take them

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Greensleeves · 08/02/2013 13:29

Personally I would like a ban on people tying dogs up outside shops. Just don't take an animal shopping.

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FannyFifer · 08/02/2013 13:29

Seriously?

Unless it is a guide dog then you are being totally unreasonable.

Not all shops have a no dog sign because its obvious that you don't bring a dog in.

If I was out horse riding is it ok to bring a horse into the chemist as it doesn't have a no horse sign?

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TantrumsAndBalloons · 08/02/2013 13:30

no, thats a lie. I take them to Pets at home. They like it there. And the lady at the counter always gives them treats. Which they love

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Floralnomad · 08/02/2013 13:30

Obviously people can be allergic to assistance dogs but its hardly a reasonable argument , unless you think all blind people should be accompanied by another person or have to stay home .

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wannabedomesticgoddess · 08/02/2013 13:30

Your posts sound extremely entitled OP. Just because you love dogs doesnt mean everyone does.

And I assume the benefits of an assistance dog being in a shop outweigh the negatives. I think its ridiculous that you should even compare it really.

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