The poster, a 26-year-old woman, recounted an incident at a local fenced-in dog park with her Australian Shepherd/Border Collie mix, a breed known for its high energy and need for ample exercise.
Surprise at dog park
The poster arrived at the park, which she confirmed was open according to the city’s website, and began playing fetch with her dog. To her surprise, the park was empty, but no signs indicated any closure.
After ten minutes of play, a woman arrived with a small dog. The newcomer demanded the poster leave so her dog could use the park alone, explaining that her pet is not social with other dogs and requires solitude.
Refused to leave
The poster refused to leave, citing her dog’s need for exercise and the park being the only available space nearby. She offered to have the newcomer walk her large, energetic dog if it would solve the issue. The argument escalated when the newcomer accused the poster of being inconsiderate and selfish.
The post, which has attracted a lot of attention on Reddit, raises questions about balancing individual needs with shared public spaces.
Here's the original Reddit post:
What do you think? Should the poster have left?
