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Posted on 12/06/2006 7:02:15 AM PST by Cagey
SIOUX CITY, Iowa -- A city ordinance in Sioux City, Iowa, says all pets must be on a leash -- but it doesn't say who has to be carrying the leash.
One Iowa dog, Jack, has been walking himself since he was a puppy.
The 11-year-old Labrador retriever holds his own leash in his mouth as he walks with his owner, Brad Ralph.
"So far, we haven't been cited," Ralph said. "I don't know how that would hold up in court, but he is technically on a leash."
Jack and Brad walk about three miles each day.
"I don't really do it to get attention you know," said Jack's owner, Brad Ralph. "It's just handy and he's a little bit of a show off and likes to prance around with his leash in his mouth."
Jack takes his responsibility very seriously. He doesn't like it when someone tries to take his leash away from him.
My mom's chihuahua used to do this, too.
The leash laws are to cut down on dogs running free, getting hit by cars, yes, jumping on people and other dogs, and a whole lot of other reasons. It's a good law in an inperfect world, however, as dogs need to be able to run free for exercise, and many dog owners lobby for this right.
In your situation, you may actually think about getting a "working dog: please don't touch" coat, as that will stop most people from just running up and petting.
But as time goes on, I sure hope your new doggie friend becomes acclimated to people very soon. Best thing, actually, is to create opportunities for her to have as much human contact as possible.
We could propose a leash law on them!
I love this.
Fido stickin' it to the man.
BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAA!
And the puppy stage last 3-4 years.
Did Bo go missing again?
In a Lab, I think there's still quite a bit of puppy until their last days.
My dog does this too!!!!
I suppose - especially if you think a face that looks like it fell off a ten story building and hit face first is cute.
(just kidding - sort of)
You have a bully? need pics!!! huge bully fans here. We have an Olde English, she is the love of our lives.
Thank you.
Oh, now you've made her cry. My poor puppy. ;-) LOL
As the parent of two labs, I can tell you it is all about the breed. They are all goofballs, and they all like to carry things in their mouths. Carrying your leash just comes naturally to them.
Pretty cute and funny!
Of course, I've always wondered if just letting the dog drag the lead counts.
I always have a dog leashed, but I wouldn't mind having her drag it some. That way I would still have a potentially better way of stopping her if necessary than just trying to tackle her.
Do any of these laws specify that someone must HOLD the lead?
How about a dog that is trained to voice commands?
"I guess I'm in the minority here, however. I won't let my dogs outside our enclosed yard without a leash. My dogs are well trained, but dogs nonetheless. I could never live with myself if one of them got distracted and took off after something and got hurt."
I absolutely agree with you. 1 NEVER knows what is going to happen, no matter how well-mannered, and it's better to be safe for EVERYone's sake.
Hahahahaha! Goofball is the perfect word.
And, when they look directly into your eyes you can tell exactly what they are thinking.
See my #38 and also #18.
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