I've looked at what other 4WD clubs were doing and they were saying that because of the presence of children, dogs were NOT allowed, which is what happened last year but for a different reason - there were fox baits laid everywhere.
My understanding at Tolmie is that they even run dog shows at the grounds, so they won't deny us having dogs, but as adults we have to consider the children that are coming along and as a committee we need to make sure that we encourage an environment where everyone feels safe and friendly.
Even child-friendly dogs can react badly to a child, especially if they're like my grandson ... oooh, look, balls! *grab* WOOF! HOooooooOOOWL!
I know we could say "dogs are allowed if they're people friendly" but there are pit bull owners that swear their dogs are fantastic around kids right up to the point where the dog rips off a chunk of toddler arm and then they'll blame the kid.
The problem is further compounded when a gentle, old small dog (like our Bichon) is allowed then other dogs must be allowed, and one of THOSE dogs takes a dislike to another dog and all of a sudden we've got 4WDs and dogs guts on display.
It really is a lot easier to ask people to NOT bring their dogs, because of all the extra hassle it could create.
That's what I was hoping no to do. Like if there was a way threw the high country not via the highway. I might have to get the map book out and have a good look
Farkkk-meeee, Tony,
What about Dave, Krafty, Morticus and Scotty.
Apparently when the moon comes out, these farkers usual turn into ware-wolfs!!!!! Whats more dangerous! lol!
Regards,
RLI
I've seen Dave and Scotty when the moon is out and both were at last year's muster. I'm not worried!
I've looked at what other 4WD clubs were doing and they were saying that because of the presence of children, dogs were NOT allowed, which is what happened last year but for a different reason - there were fox baits laid everywhere.
My understanding at Tolmie is that they even run dog shows at the grounds, so they won't deny us having dogs, but as adults we have to consider the children that are coming along and as a committee we need to make sure that we encourage an environment where everyone feels safe and friendly.
Even child-friendly dogs can react badly to a child, especially if they're like my grandson ... oooh, look, balls! *grab* WOOF! HOooooooOOOWL!
I know we could say "dogs are allowed if they're people friendly" but there are pit bull owners that swear their dogs are fantastic around kids right up to the point where the dog rips off a chunk of toddler arm and then they'll blame the kid.
The problem is further compounded when a gentle, old small dog (like our Bichon) is allowed then other dogs must be allowed, and one of THOSE dogs takes a dislike to another dog and all of a sudden we've got 4WDs and dogs guts on display.
It really is a lot easier to ask people to NOT bring their dogs, because of all the extra hassle it could create.
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