Redditor Can't Walk Their Cat Because Of Law-Breaking Neighbors

Dog owners of this neighborhood aren't fond of the leash.

Senad

• Published in Animal Stories
• September 7, 2022

We've seen plenty of stories where pet owners don't feel obligated to follow the laws regarding their pets, and it's quite concerning to read. People are happy to follow the law when it comes to them but they disregard pet laws like it's just a suggestion and not something you have to do.

These laws exist for a reason and even though you can't figure out what their purpose you should still feel obligated to respect them. This story is about dog owners not caring about the law that states their dog should always be on a leash when outside.

The story was shared on Reddit by user u/theborderofutopia after they got tired of not being able to walk their leash-trained cat in his neighborhood. OP tries to walk his cat early in the day when there are fewer people outside but even then someone will come out with their dog and since they're usually not on a leash, OP has to pick up the kitty and go away.

The thing that annoyed OP most is that none of the dog owners take responsibility and they just blame them for walking the cat, even though they're the ones breaking the law. When OP finally had enough they started to take pictures of the neighbors breaking this law and reporting them to complex management.

After they started getting fined for breaking this law, the dog owners wanted to know who was the one reporting them. After sharing this with a friend, OP was surprised that the friend sided with the neighbors so they decided to post the story on Reddit to get some more opinions.

So make sure to scroll down and read the entire story before choosing a side and also, check the comments to see whether the other Redditors agree.

1. The good boy can't go for a walk with his lovely owner because of all of dogs walking around without a leash.

2. OP tried everything to find a way to walk little Kitty but there's always someone out there with a dog, and OP won't let the cat be harmed.

3. Even though they're breaking the law, the neighbors find a way to blame OP pointing out how cats don't belong outside and that dogs have priority.

4. OP figured that the only way to change this is to start reporting the neighbors who were breaking the law.

5. After talking to a friend, OP was shocked that the friend sided with the neighbors, and they decided to turn to Reddit.

6. The law is pretty clear.

7. This user brought up a good point, the cat isn't the only bothered by this

8. A little advice on anyone wanting to train their cat for a leash.

9. Most of the people agreed that OP was right about this

10. Say hello to Kitty!

It seems like most of the people in the comments supported OP, saying that someone breaking the law doesn't get to complain. OP said the situation is getting better after the reports and hopefully the cat can go on long safe walks now.

Senad