kingtubby Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 I have to agree with Alan here, if I am out running on the common and get attacked by a dog am I within my rights to defend myself by all means possible? ie to prevent getting bitten can I pick up the nearest heavy object etcAs for Keef's point, the common land is for the enjoyment of all people not just dog owners. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21305 Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 I think we can safely say that just as an individual is responsible for their child's behaviour, so they are responsible for their dog's behaviour. This is not the same as saying that a child is equal to a dog. Obviously. You sound deranged. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21306 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeremy Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 I don't think it's a good idea to start kicking dogs, Alan. You'd come off second best if it decided to retaliate - at least if it's anything bigger than a poodle! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21307 Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Bob* Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 Give Alan a break, people! He's not evil or anything - he just wants to be able to kick your dog. What's wrong with that, for heaven's sake? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21308 Share on other sites More sharing options...
snorky Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 I cantr belive one of you has also posted this on the U75 forum - poor show. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21309 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClareC Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 Kingtubby, Alan didnt mention being attacked. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21310 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClareC Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 U75 forum? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21311 Share on other sites More sharing options...
snorky Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 Its a shame that we cant being a similar piece of legislation for filthy murdering cats. I would happily sign the petition if the flip side was that cats were kept on alead. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21312 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingtubby Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 ClareC, I appreciate that, but what if I was attacked by a dog, biting and growling round my face, what am I allowed to do?Yes is there another forum other than ED? What is the U75. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21313 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Dale Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 removed Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21316 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClareC Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 KingtubbyThat's entirely different, if you were attacked then its perfectly reasonable to defend yourself! I like dogs but if one attacked me of course I would defend myself. If however a dog gave me unwanted attention that wasnt of the "attacking" variety eg joined my picnic uninvited I would tell it off! I dont believe it reasonable to resort to violence in such situation.AlanWhy say nothing? Why not tell the dog off and ask the owner to call the dog away? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21317 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Dale Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 removed Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21318 Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 This thread has taken a crazy Tony Martin/Texan vigilante style turn for the worse! To be honest I am more afraid of nutters like these roaming the park waiting for an excuse to kick a dog than dangerous dogs themselves. Get a grip please! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21319 Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Bob* Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 K-Tub,If a dog sinks its legs into your thigh, then I don't think many here would object if you used any means at your disposal to get rid of it.But the same doesn't go for a dog sniffing around your picnic hamper and running off with a pickled egg. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21320 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Dale Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 removed Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21321 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClareC Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 "no" in a stern manner will work with most dogs and they tend to understand that command. Its the tone of voice that counts. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21322 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClareC Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 Alan, Canine discipline is not a matter of using violence. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21324 Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 Actually, telling off a dog in any language works. It's the way it's said that conveys the meaning. So yes, why not French? Unless you hate the French as well. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21325 Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Bob* Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 "I had the perfect excuse"'Excuse'? Errrrr... Surely you mean 'reason', Alan? Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21326 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Dale Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 removed Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21327 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClareC Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 Whistle is fine, I would be surprised if it worked though. Not all dogs are trained to the whistle, a dog that is annoying you may well be more interested inyou because of the whistle. Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21329 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annasfield Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 Blimey - this is all rather heated. I have been following this thread all afternoon and I must say that I think that certain people?s attitudes to dogs are despicable! I often walk a friend's dogs and trust me, if they were simply to run past someone and then were kicked I would have no issued in reporting that person to the police.I agree that dogs should be kept under control, but keeping them on a lead in a park? Perhaps people who are that worried should stay at home, wrap themselves in cotton wool and never eat hot food ? just incase they scald themselves!If you?re ?attacked? by a dog or a person, you have every right to defend yourself and I see no problem in doing that. I think you should define attack Alan Dale ? does this include brushing past your legs?I find it quite rude that you?re saying dog owners are lonely and insane. Dogs are lovely animals and I wouldn?t chose to own one myself, as I don?t have the time. I would suggest that people who are labeling dog owners take a good look at themselves before casting aspersions! Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21331 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Dale Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 removed Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21332 Share on other sites More sharing options...
snorky Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 Why do you need dosgs when we have gardens full of foxes ?adopty a fox - better than a dog anyday Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21334 Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted June 11, 2007 Share Posted June 11, 2007 Alan, you are surely a wind-up merchant. Nobody could really believe what you're saying. You sound like a lonely insane old man to me - whereas the pro-dog people on here are coming across as rather more well-balanced, reasonable people. Perhaps you should get a dog? It might help you ;-) Link to comment https://www.eastdulwichforum.co.uk/topic/855-dogs-off-leads-petition/page/4/#findComment-21336 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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