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Lab Carries His Own Leash During Walks (gets around city ordinance)
KNBC V NEWS ^ | 12-6-2006

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.


TOPICS: Government; US: Iowa
KEYWORDS: doggieping; gooddog; lab
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To: Cagey

My mom's chihuahua used to do this, too.


21 posted on 12/06/2006 7:17:38 AM PST by Verloona Ti
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To: 2Jedismom

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.


22 posted on 12/06/2006 7:18:21 AM PST by Silly (Still being... Silly)
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To: 2Jedismom
I would end up struggling to pull my dog away and begging the parent to restrain their child!

We could propose a leash law on them!

23 posted on 12/06/2006 7:19:01 AM PST by HairOfTheDog
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To: Cagey

I love this.

Fido stickin' it to the man.

BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAA!


24 posted on 12/06/2006 7:20:20 AM PST by rottndog (WOOF!!!)
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To: 2Jedismom
Such good dogs. Kinda goofy when they're puppies, though! LOL!

And the puppy stage last 3-4 years.

25 posted on 12/06/2006 7:21:38 AM PST by Fierce Allegiance (SAY NO TO RUDY!)
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To: glock rocks

Did Bo go missing again?


26 posted on 12/06/2006 7:28:45 AM PST by tubebender (Growing old is mandatory...Growing up is optional)
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To: Fierce Allegiance
And the puppy stage last 3-4 years.

In a Lab, I think there's still quite a bit of puppy until their last days.

27 posted on 12/06/2006 7:28:55 AM PST by Cagey
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To: Cagey; sinkspur; 88keys; DugwayDuke; sissyjane; Severa; the OlLine Rebel; naturalman1975; ...
Ping!


Other articles with keyword "DOGGIEPING" since 12/29/04

28 posted on 12/06/2006 7:29:27 AM PST by HairOfTheDog
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To: HairOfTheDog
LOL...I get around our local leash law by letting my dogs walk each other...


29 posted on 12/06/2006 7:32:50 AM PST by Joe 6-pack (Voted Free Republic's Most Eligible Bachelor: 2006. Love them Diebold machines.)
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To: Cagey

My dog does this too!!!!


30 posted on 12/06/2006 7:33:10 AM PST by RushCrush (Where are the black people in Santa Town?)
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To: USMCWife6869
Also, kids tend to come running up to them alot (you have to admit, Boxers have very cute faces.

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)

31 posted on 12/06/2006 7:33:23 AM PST by Tokra (I think I'll retire to Bedlam.)
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To: KosmicKitty

You have a bully? need pics!!! huge bully fans here. We have an Olde English, she is the love of our lives.


32 posted on 12/06/2006 7:34:07 AM PST by RushCrush (Where are the black people in Santa Town?)
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To: USMCWife6869

Thank you.


33 posted on 12/06/2006 7:37:12 AM PST by sageb1 (This is the Final Crusade. There are only 2 sides. Pick one.)
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To: Tokra

Oh, now you've made her cry. My poor puppy. ;-) LOL


34 posted on 12/06/2006 7:38:00 AM PST by USMCWife6869
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To: r9etb

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.


35 posted on 12/06/2006 7:38:50 AM PST by blau993
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To: Cagey

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?


36 posted on 12/06/2006 7:40:20 AM PST by the OlLine Rebel (Common sense is an uncommon virtue.)
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To: Moonman62

How about a dog that is trained to voice commands?


37 posted on 12/06/2006 7:40:35 AM PST by Freedom4US (u)
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To: USMCWife6869

"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.


38 posted on 12/06/2006 7:43:53 AM PST by the OlLine Rebel (Common sense is an uncommon virtue.)
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To: blau993
They are all goofballs...

Hahahahaha! Goofball is the perfect word.

And, when they look directly into your eyes you can tell exactly what they are thinking.

39 posted on 12/06/2006 7:45:11 AM PST by Cagey
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To: Freedom4US

See my #38 and also #18.


40 posted on 12/06/2006 7:46:54 AM PST by the OlLine Rebel (Common sense is an uncommon virtue.)
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