Woman Walking Her Dog Encounters Irresponsible Dog Owner Who Unleashed Her Pet Despite It Being Deaf

The irresponsible dog owner kept being rude toward the woman.

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• Published in Interesting
• August 19, 2023

Deaf dogs are just as wonderful as any other dog. Although pet owners can't communicate with their dogs by calling their names and saying commands, they can use body language and signs.

Because of this, it is generally not recommended to unleash a deaf dog outdoors without a fence. Since they can't hear potential dangers like oncoming traffic or other animals, an enclosed area provides a safe space for them to explore and play without unnecessary risks.

When taking the deaf dog out for a walk, leash it at all times. It's also recommended to add a sign (on a dog's bandana, harness, or collar) that says "I am deaf," as it alerts other people too.

If you want to allow your dog to run around freely, make sure to do so in a fenced area. Deaf dogs can become easily engrossed in their surroundings, and a secure enclosure prevents them from inadvertently wandering off and getting lost.

A fenced space also allows you to engage in interactive play without worrying about potential hazards. Today's story is about a Redditor who had an encounter with a rude and irresponsible dog owner.

She shared her experience on the "Am I The A**hole?" (AITA) subreddit. The original poster tells the community that she and her kids were walking their pet one night when another dog approached them. She told the owner to call her dog, but the latter refused, saying it was deaf.

The OP told off the other dog owner, who kept being rude to her.

After an encounter with an irresponsible dog owner, the OP decided to be judged by the community about the situation.

The OP tells the community that she has a playful dog. One night, she took it out on a walk with her children.

The dog suddenly approached them, so she told the owner to call back her dog. However, the unleashed canine is deaf.

Nothing's wrong with the OP telling off the irresponsible dog owner who unleashed her dog and allowed it to approach the OP's group.

Unleashing the dog could lead to accidents. It might have been harmed if it approached not-so-friendly dogs.

An unleashed dog is unsafe not just for itself, but also for the animals and people in its surroundings.

Even if a dog is at its behavior, it still needs to be leashed.

The irresponsible dog owner might be breaking laws too.

Does she even listen to herself? She's the one who can't control her dog.

Even other dog owners agree that all dogs, including well-behaved ones, need to be leashed.

A user points out the law the the dog owner could be breaking.

There's absolutely nothing wrong with the OP reminding a fellow dog owner how to be responsible at handling canines outdoors. If this owner still refuses to listen, sooner or later, it'll be dog who's pay the price for her lack of responsibility.

If the OP keeps seeing this dog owner, she can check her local ordinances and complain.

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