We live in a residential complex of three blocks of flats and there are about ten dogs in total—not many, you might say.
But for a while now, there's been more and more dog mess around the estate and it's becoming a real pain! The caretakers have been warning the owners but nothing's being done about it.
There are also people who own a garage in the complex but don't live here, and they just let their dogs foul without picking it up.
We’ve also got a little green area next to us and it's an absolute nightmare there; you have to tip-toe through the plot because the ground is like a minefield!
I don't know what to do. I've already put up homemade signs but there’s been no change (I mean, honestly, why would they bother looking at their own behaviour? "We've always done it this way!").
This kind of antisocial behaviour makes my blood boil (if I knew who it was, they’d definitely find their "presents" neatly wrapped in their letterbox).
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He was on 'the meadow' at the time, so he was outside the estate... But I’ve been in touch with the council to report the issue and it’s going before the committee in September. I really hope things finally start moving.
It’s true, it is so frustrating when people don't pick up after their dogs.
We also live in a "family-friendly" neighbourhood where there are loads of dogs. Most people do clear up, but not everyone. Because of that, when you’re out walking your dog and you pass people who don't have one, they give you dirty looks because they just tar all dog owners with the same brush...
And if he wasn't acting like his usual self... yeah, definitely best to steer clear, you never know! Is there no management company? Or maybe try the landlord? You could remind them of the legal side of things... at least then you’ll know you’ve done everything you could 🙂
Quick evening update: I’ve found one of the culprits! It’s a Frenchie owner... who walks his dog while smoking a joint! The guy doesn't look very approachable, and he wouldn't let his dog play with Yuki... I didn't really feel comfortable saying anything to him, but in hindsight, I should have just handed him a poo bag. Mind you, I’m sure it wouldn’t have changed his habit of leaving landmines all over the neighbourhood.
I take a wicked pleasure in shaming these irresponsible owners.
There's nothing better than when you bump into one of these types while they're chatting to other people and you shame them by speaking out loud: "Acting all high and mighty, yet they can't even be bothered to pick up their dog's crap. Be careful where you step, everyone, you wouldn't want to tread in one of this gentleman's (or lady's) dog's little 'presents' – it's quite unpleasant!"
And later on, I'll rub it in if it's still not been picked up: "So, still haven't found those poo bags then?"
There was this one woman who’d embarrassed herself so much by never picking up after her dog (and therefore never having any bags on her) that when her dog did its business right in front of the school gates, she didn't know where to look.
She was so relieved when I handed her one (saving her from the embarrassment) that since then, she’s picked up every single poo. ^^'
Home collection and delivery is all well and good, but only if you know who you’re dealing with...
Otherwise, I’m sticking with my idea of little poo-balloons on the lawn 😈
I don’t let the little one go anywhere near the front of people's houses, let alone do her business there. It’s more respectful for the neighbours because of the smells, and if there’s a dog in the garden, you shouldn't be bothering it! You can’t really be surprised if one day the other dog snaps at her to teach her some manners.
The worst part is, they think that just because the dog is small, they don't need to pick up after it!
I’m relieved (but still fuming!) to see I’m not the only one in this unpleasant situation.
