Pet Friendly Restaurants Risky for Dog Bites

In cafes and restaurants around the country, it’s becoming more and more popular to allow pets to enter. Some establishments even offer food and water for people’s canine lunch dates. Dog friendly eateries make good business sense, as pet owners will likely choose to patronize businesses where their pets are welcome.

For dog lovers, these liberal policies mean Fido can come along to brunch with friends. But for those with allergies, phobias and general aversions to animals, sharing space with a dog can spell trouble. Dog friendly policies can quickly become a public safety issue.

Even the most well-trained pooch can become aggressive when surrounded by strangers and other dogs. In the hubbub of a busy restaurant, dogs can become overstimulated and distracted by unfamiliar noises, sights and smells. In particularly crowded eateries, patrons can easily trip over the dog, potentially sparking a violent reaction from the animal. Kids in the restaurant can misread the signs of a dog’s behavior and quickly become victims of an attack.

Simply put, allowing dogs in restaurants seems like a bad idea for everyone involved. The potential for disaster is far too great for any pet owner or business owner. Should your dog bite someone, you’ll potentially be responsible for their medical bills, regardless of whether your dog was acting viciously or simply instinctively.

It might be fun to have your pup along for a meal, but you run the risk of injuring your fellow patrons or staff of the restaurant. If it’s important for you to have your dog by your side, consider hosting friends over to your house for a meal instead.

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