Originally Posted by mechBgon

1. keep it on a leash or don't bring it on the trail. And that goes for both cyclists and hikers. If they're public trails, then no one should have to be approached by your loose dog, no matter how nice you think it is. And when your loose dog and another loose dog get into a fight... yeah.

2. if you're going to bring it, clean the poop off the trail. No one likes stepping in, or rolling through, your dog's poop.


I've seen how blind dog owners can be to the fact that their precious pet is not welcome in my personal space. Try to think beyond just yourself.