Dogs at Fields

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People,
Leave your dogs home. They don't need to be at the fields growling at kids warming up or chasing balls in play. By all means they don't need to be in the bleachers with us either!

 

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This is something that has mystified me over the years. WHY do people take dogs to ball games?? ???

 

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Some people bring their dogs everywhere they go. I am not one of them. But I do, on occasion, bring mine to the field. However, he doesn't growl, or chase balls, etc. He just loves all the kids. He just sites beside me and is very well behaved. He is small, also.

No one should ever bring a dog that has bad behavior- especially growling- YIKES!

 

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Hilliarddad3:

Sorry, but until someone dies and makes you the czar of all softball parks, I'll continue to take my dog to parks that allow dogs. She does go everywhere with me and as a result she is well-behaved. Most of the girls, including girls on other teams, love to see her and she also provides some entertainment/activity for younger siblings who have to spend long days at the ball field. moz5, people take their dogs to ball games because dogs are social animals and they also enjoy a romp in the park (not the ball field, but the parks that frequently adjoin the ball fields) or swim in the river if there is a river next to the field. Responsible owners give their dogs these kind of opportunities rather than leaving them tied to a stake or stuck inside at home.

If a dog is creating a problem, the owner obviously should put the dog on the leash and take any other steps necessary to control and solve the problem. But as with so many aspects of life, broad directives and generalities aren't very useful.

 

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Well said CGS !!!!

 

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Thank you for the insight. ;D

 

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We love the diversion. Please bring your dog to the field, especially puppies!!!!

 

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As long as you bring your scooper & bag ;D

 

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CGS you are correct and I shouldn't have generalized. But I truly believe they do not belong near the field of play with that many people in close quarters, nor especially up on bleachers with fans when they are larger than normal. There was one just left tied to a tree yesterday and broke loose from it's leash with noone there.

 

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Kids, leave your parents at home when playing.

 

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Kids, leave your parents at home when playing. ?

Well said! You made everyone here laugh! ;D
There are many days when my dog is better behaved than the parents at some tournaments. To say nothing of the fact - how would you like to left at home all day with no way to pee? Besides a well behaved dog is sometimes a wonderful release for a ballplayer that needs to have a "hug" . . . because. . . well they don't know why?!!!

 

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fpitchdad
You are right the parents are far more a problem then the animals. Also do we have nothing better to complain about ?

 

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sorry wwolf, but a legit complaint, when your'e alergic and people have dogs in the stands rubbing against you and you move to get away and they still allow the mutt to follow you down and still rub against you that's a problem.

 

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At least they're not cats...achooo! Excuse me....

 

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poor dog was just trying to get rid of his fleas. Im sure with all that room you could of moved away if it was that big of a problem.

 

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First let me emphasize that I am a dog lover! However, I don't think they belong at the ball park. I mean, it is too hot (especially for older dogs) unless you are going to sit with them in the shade all day. A feat that is almost impossible at many ball parks. Also, please note that the concrete, sidewalks, etc.. get very HOT on a dogs pads. I'd like to shoot people I see who ride their dogs around in the unlined bed of a pick up truck on a hot day!!!! Not only is it dangerous in the event of an accident, I consider it animal cruelty.

I am all for socializing dogs, but that is what family get togethers, obedience training, doggie daycare, and dog parks are for. A good old fashioned walk in the park in the am, before it gets hot, works too-I guarentee there will be other responsible dog owners there to socialize with.

I would say let them stay home in the nice air conditioned house where they will be safe and secure upon your return.

NEVER leave your dog tied up outside all day! Do people still do this!? I am apalled! > If you can afford to play travel ball, you can afford to pay a neighbor to let your dog out for you when you are gone!

 

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All i have to say about this topic is that during a break my teammates and I love walking around and playing with random peoples dogs. It even kind of creates a bond between our team and other teams. I know the players dont mind haveing dogs around the games. I think the only people with the problems are the fans but heyy, we are there for the players.
But if a dog poops pick it up because i dont wana slide into someone and get doo doo all over them.

 

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I believe that parks are named different for a reason. ?You know like ball parks are for ball and dog parks are for dogs. ?And no I am not a cat lover. ;D

 

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This should be a little simpler - assume EVERYONE hates your dog. If you bring it, don't allow it to be a burden to others, and don't let it run free (and don't tie it to a tree or bleachers). Most kids seem to enjoy them, as do many adults, just make sure those interactions are the choice of the people not the dog. Just observe the park rules, and use common sense, and all will be fine.

I have been wanting to bring my Border Collie to a game, VERY playful lovable dog. She's nuts though for balls and would chase down anything, and bring it back. Would this be okay if I cut a deal between the Umpire & her to only chase the foul balls (the Ump possess a towel, right?).

 

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I was at a game last night and 2 dogs on leashes got in a fight. Probally about 6 ft away from the girls playing. Good thing they were on leashes!