There’s been a lot of opinions going around about dogs off leash. I think there should be some common sense applied to this situation.
Yes, some dogs are highly reactive or sensitive but there are some dogs that can be trusted. And I’m sure someone reading this wants to say it’s an animal and they’re all capable of violence, but as a dog owner myself I know that is not the case. Some dogs are fully suitable off leash.
The point is use a bit of sense.
If the RMOW expects dog owners to use dog parks [it will] need to seriously consider how few parks there are, how far they are from neighbourhoods and the condition of the dog areas. The one at Alpha Lake is an awful dust bowl. No one wants to go there.
The other thing to consider is that dogs need exercise: you cannot play fetch while the dog is tied to you on a two-metre rope.
Dogs have a fantastic time running alongside a bike. It is dangerous for everyone if they are connected to the bike by a leash.
This is Whistler, it’s doggy heaven. Let’s all calm down and use some sense.
