So I just found out from one of my favorite places down the street that a health inspector told them that patrons were not allowed to have dogs in the outdoor seating area. Is there even a law regarding this? Shouldn’t it be ok, as long as my dog is outdoors? First the Clarendon dog park closes, and now this! Considering the large local dog population, I would think that this wouldn’t be an issue; Clarendon is such a dog friendly area. Hopefully the inspector was just mistaken.
Try being a smoker. First they came for the smokers…
novasteve said:
Try being a smoker. First they came for the smokers…
That's a very low blow. Totally disrespectful to victims of genocide.
novasteve said:
Try being a smoker. First they came for the smokers…
Truly pathetic. You're whiny liberal victimhood has reached a new low. You are not persecuted. Your Jewish ancestors would find your behavior disgusting.
Hyde said:
So I just found out from one of my favorite places down the street that a health inspector told them that patrons were not allowed to have dogs in the outdoor seating area. Is there even a law regarding this? Shouldn't it be ok, as long as my dog is outdoors? First the Clarendon dog park closes, and now this! Considering the large local dog population, I would think that this wouldn't be an issue; Clarendon is such a dog friendly area. Hopefully the inspector was just mistaken.
I see dogs sitting outside at Whitlow's all the time. Was that the place?
I probably wouldn't mind, but I have mixed feelings about a dog in any restaurant area.
And you realize the dog park is going to be fixed up like a little doggy Taj Mahal for a couple million bucks of taxpayer money, right? Don't complain.
Can you name the establishment? I would like to frequent it.
I will not eat at a place that allows dogs in the outside dining area. Drives me crazy.
As for being a dog-friendly area, this is a matter of perception. Frankly, my neighborhood (Colonial Village) has become overrun with dogs and worse- irresponsible owners. Resident and non-resident dog owners have turned WIlson blvd into a crap fest where one has to watch their step. Moreover, walking on the grass of CV (which is not public property) has turned the exterior of what was once a lovely area into a mud pit. Dog waste has killed a number of our bushes and f*cktard owners drag the dogs into said bushes to crap so they don't have to pick it up. Can't wait for the 700 rental units to be finished on the old Dremo's property so there can be even more fecal fun!
Contact Jay Fisette and get him onboard–should be easy. He's the most susceptible to pressure from the canine-parenting community. No change in law is necessary; the health inspector simply needs to ignore that “violation” and you're home free. See “Leash Law, Arlington County, lack of enforcement”.
Remember, the people who want to dine al fresco with their canine children have far more economic leverage than the people who whine about dogs eating outside but won't reward restaurants who ban said dogs from their outdoor tables. The canine-parenting community rewards businesses who welcome all members of their family.
J.J. said:
Contact Jay Fisette and get him onboard–should be easy. He’s the most susceptible to pressure from the canine-parenting community. No change in law is necessary; the health inspector simply needs to ignore that “violation” and you’re home free. See “Leash Law, Arlington County, lack of enforcement”.
Remember, the people who want to dine al fresco with their canine children have far more economic leverage than the people who whine about dogs eating outside but won’t reward restaurants who ban said dogs from their outdoor tables. The canine-parenting community rewards businesses who welcome all members of their family.
We still don’t know whether it’s actually a health code violation, pal.
I couldn't find a definitive source, but from what little I found, it doesn't look like it's illegal in Arlington. So until you know it is illegal, you should stuff your baseless accusations.
Are we talking about instances where dogs are tied up and kept close to the owner's table BUT are outside of the dining boundary, like in Shirlington? I hope none of you is advocating for dogs to be allowed within the boundary–tripping servers and sniffing other diners.
I know one dining establishment that has a dog yappy hour in Arlington in the outside seating area. They give out dog treats and have water bowls out for the dogs.
Tabby_TwoTone said:
Are we talking about instances where dogs are tied up and kept close to the owner's table BUT are outside of the dining boundary, like in Shirlington? I hope none of you is advocating for dogs to be allowed within the boundary–tripping servers and sniffing other diners.
Yes, that is exactly what I'm advocating. My dog sits quietly under the table and avoids others who approach him. Any responsible owner would leave their dog at home if they know its going to act up…that would be like bringing your screaming children to a Michelin Star restaurant.
J.J. said:
Contact Jay Fisette and get him onboard–should be easy. He's the most susceptible to pressure from the canine-parenting community. No change in law is necessary; the health inspector simply needs to ignore that “violation” and you're home free. See “Leash Law, Arlington County, lack of enforcement”.
Remember, the people who want to dine al fresco with their canine children have far more economic leverage than the people who whine about dogs eating outside but won't reward restaurants who ban said dogs from their outdoor tables. The canine-parenting community rewards businesses who welcome all members of their family.
What in the world are you jabbering about? Unless this is really good satire. One dog slobbering all over the dining area can gross out and drive away many, many more parties who would have otherwise thought of eating at the establishment. How in the world is that far more leverage?
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