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wrobert

Beach Fanatic

You can find information on the permits at [url]http://www.waltontaxcollector.com/default.aspx?id=32[/url]

Personally, I feel this ordinance is unconstitutional because it requires you to either own property or be a year round resident in order to purchase a permit.  While I am not an attorney, I believe it violates the full faith and credit clause of the US Constitution.  But I have been told by commissioners that people that actually live here should have special privileges that visitors and part timers do not.  I guess the only privilege that they get is to pay extra taxes.  Grrrrrr!

You can find information on the permits at <a href="http://www.waltontaxcollector.com/default.aspx?id=32" target="_blank" class="link link--external" rel="nofollow ugc noopener">http://www.waltontaxcollector.com/default.aspx?id=32</a> 
 
Personally, I feel this ordinance is unconstitutional because it requires you to either own property or be a year round resident in order to purchase a permit. While I am not an attorney, I believe it violates the full faith and credit clause of the US Constitution. But I have been told by commissioners that people that actually live here should have special privileges that visitors and part timers do not. I guess the only privilege that they get is to pay extra taxes. Grrrrrr!

ShallowsNole

[quote="WaltonGOP, post: 379449"]You can find information on the permits at [url]http://www.waltontaxcollector.com/default.aspx?id=32[/url]

Personally, I feel this ordinance is unconstitutional because it requires you to either own property or be a year round resident in order to purchase a permit.  While I am not an attorney, I believe it violates the full faith and credit clause of the US Constitution.  But I have been told by commissioners that people that actually live here should have special privileges that visitors and part timers do not.  I guess the only privilege that they get is to pay extra taxes.  Grrrrrr![/QUOTE]

I bet you are tired of me following you around, but it is so much fun to argue with you. :wink:

Yes, we have a permit system.  No, visitors may not legally take their dogs on the beach.  This doesn't help the guest who began this thread, but it is important to note that a dog may not be taken to the beach in ANY other county in Northwest Florida, at all, any time.  The closest beach that allows dogs that I am aware of is St George Island, in Franklin County - if they still do.

It was once proposed that all dogs be banned here, but that turned into the most vicious BCC meeting I've ever been to.  It was truly scary.  So, the compromise of the permits was created.

It is possible to find dog-friendly accommodations, and the owners/managers of those properties should be able to provide guidelines about where the dogs can be walked and other activities, other than being on the beach, a visiting dog might enjoy with their humans.  :D

<blockquote class="xfBb-quote" data-name="WaltonGOP">You can find information on the permits at <a href="http://www.waltontaxcollector.com/default.aspx?id=32" target="_blank" class="link link--external" rel="nofollow ugc noopener">http://www.waltontaxcollector.com/default.aspx?id=32</a> 
 
Personally, I feel this ordinance is unconstitutional because it requires you to either own property or be a year round resident in order to purchase a permit. While I am not an attorney, I believe it violates the full faith and credit clause of the US Constitution. But I have been told by commissioners that people that actually live here should have special privileges that visitors and part timers do not. I guess the only privilege that they get is to pay extra taxes. Grrrrrr!</blockquote> 
I bet you are tired of me following you around, but it is so much fun to argue with you. :wink: 
 
Yes, we have a permit system. No, visitors may not legally take their dogs on the beach. This doesn&#039;t help the guest who began this thread, but it is important to note that a dog may not be taken to the beach in ANY other county in Northwest Florida, at all, any time. The closest beach that allows dogs that I am aware of is St George Island, in Franklin County - if they still do. 
 
It was once proposed that all dogs be banned here, but that turned into the most vicious BCC meeting I&#039;ve ever been to. It was truly scary. So, the compromise of the permits was created. 
 
It is possible to find dog-friendly accommodations, and the owners/managers of those properties should be able to provide guidelines about where the dogs can be walked and other activities, other than being on the beach, a visiting dog might enjoy with their humans. 😀

[quote="ShallowsNole, post: 379529"]

It was once proposed that all dogs be banned here, but that turned into the most vicious BCC meeting I've ever been to.  It was truly scary.  So, the compromise of the permits was created.

It is possible to find dog-friendly accommodations, and the owners/managers of those properties should be able to provide guidelines about where the dogs can be walked and other activities, other than being on the beach, a visiting dog might enjoy with their humans.  :D[/quote]


Take them to the Bark Park that is on county owned land and uses tax dollars for maintenance.  Except Tuesdays, I think you have to be a member of some organization to use the public facility on that day.  Another thing I disagree with, as I am sure you can tell.

I need to save my money, get my law degree, move out of here, come back and visit so I can get arrested and fix this stuff.;-)

<blockquote class="xfBb-quote" data-name="ShallowsNole">It was once proposed that all dogs be banned here, but that turned into the most vicious BCC meeting I&#039;ve ever been to. It was truly scary. So, the compromise of the permits was created. 
 
It is possible to find dog-friendly accommodations, and the owners/managers of those properties should be able to provide guidelines about where the dogs can be walked and other activities, other than being on the beach, a visiting dog might enjoy with their humans. 😀</blockquote> 
 
Take them to the Bark Park that is on county owned land and uses tax dollars for maintenance. Except Tuesdays, I think you have to be a member of some organization to use the public facility on that day. Another thing I disagree with, as I am sure you can tell. 
 
I need to save my money, get my law degree, move out of here, come back and visit so I can get arrested and fix this stuff.;-)

NoHall

hmmmm......can't remember

My only issue with dogs on the beach is that they tend to poop/pee in the sand, and I trust that sand to a lot of my bare skin.

Granted, I realize that lots and lots of critters have pooped and peed on the ground.  But still...

My only issue with dogs on the beach is that they tend to poop/pee in the sand, and I trust that sand to a lot of my bare skin. 
 
Granted, I realize that lots and lots of critters have pooped and peed on the ground. But still...

GOP, dear, the Bark Park is very popular on and in SoWal.  Keep it up and you might lose your hard-earned rep points. :biggrin:

GOP, dear, the Bark Park is very popular on and in SoWal.  Keep it up and you might lose your hard-earned rep points. 😀

[quote="NoHall, post: 379545"]My only issue with dogs on the beach is that they tend to poop/pee in the sand, and I trust that sand to a lot of my bare skin.

Granted, I realize that lots and lots of critters have pooped and peed on the ground.  But still...[/QUOTE]

I have told this story before, but I don't think you were here then...once upon a time, I was face-down in my beach chair, almost asleep, a perfect day on the beach.  Suddenly, I feel something cold and wet sniffing my butt, directly followed by a warm torrent. :yikes:  So you can probably tell which side of the dog-on-the-beach issue I'm on, and I have three of my own.

Fuzz, however, brings up the point - where do pompano poop?  :idontno:

<blockquote class="xfBb-quote" data-name="NoHall">My only issue with dogs on the beach is that they tend to poop/pee in the sand, and I trust that sand to a lot of my bare skin. 
 
Granted, I realize that lots and lots of critters have pooped and peed on the ground. But still...</blockquote> 
I have told this story before, but I don&#039;t think you were here then...once upon a time, I was face-down in my beach chair, almost asleep, a perfect day on the beach. Suddenly, I feel something cold and wet sniffing my butt, directly followed by a warm torrent. :yikes: So you can probably tell which side of the dog-on-the-beach issue I&#039;m on, and I have three of my own. 
 
Fuzz, however, brings up the point - where do pompano poop? :idontno:

[quote="ShallowsNole, post: 379557"]I have told this story before, but I don't think you were here then...once upon a time, I was face-down in my beach chair, almost asleep, a perfect day on the beach.  Suddenly, I feel something cold and wet sniffing my butt, directly followed by a warm torrent. :yikes:  So you can probably tell which side of the dog-on-the-beach issue I'm on, and I have three of my own.

Fuzz, however, brings up the point - where do pompano poop?  :idontno:[/quote]

EWWWWW~!!!  :eek:

<blockquote class="xfBb-quote" data-name="ShallowsNole">I have told this story before, but I don&#039;t think you were here then...once upon a time, I was face-down in my beach chair, almost asleep, a perfect day on the beach. Suddenly, I feel something cold and wet sniffing my butt, directly followed by a warm torrent. :yikes: So you can probably tell which side of the dog-on-the-beach issue I&#039;m on, and I have three of my own. 
 
Fuzz, however, brings up the point - where do pompano poop? :idontno:</blockquote> 
EWWWWW~!!! 😱

[quote="ShallowsNole, post: 379547"]GOP, dear, the Bark Park is very popular on and in SoWal.  Keep it up and you might lose your hard-earned rep points. :biggrin:[/quote]

Hey I recognize where I am.  As long as they don't go putting watermelons in it I am going to take my dog there one day.

<blockquote class="xfBb-quote" data-name="ShallowsNole">GOP, dear, the Bark Park is very popular on and in SoWal. Keep it up and you might lose your hard-earned rep points. 😀</blockquote> 
Hey I recognize where I am. As long as they don&#039;t go putting watermelons in it I am going to take my dog there one day.

Chandra

[quote="WaltonGOP, post: 379538"]Take them to the Bark Park that is on county owned land and uses tax dollars for maintenance. Except Tuesdays, I think you have to be a member of some organization to use the public facility on that day. Another thing I disagree with, as I am sure you can tell.[/quote]
 
One correction here, yes the county agreed to allow the Bark Park to temporarily lease land, but the maintenance is actually paid for with funds raised through memberships and fundraising. That is why there is a members day, to encourage people to join, in order to continue to keep the park operational. The Bark Park board felt that the park should be free to all dogs---visiting and local, though they have an agreement with the county that Bark Park is responsible for the maintenance of the park. They depend on members donations for pet waste removal, cutting the grass, insurance and all other expenses.
 
So, whether someone is a dog lover or not, supporting the park is a good idea because it gives dogowners a place to let their dogs run---hopefully reducing the number of dogs that are on the beach or other inappropriate places.

<blockquote class="xfBb-quote" data-name="WaltonGOP">Take them to the Bark Park that is on county owned land and uses tax dollars for maintenance. Except Tuesdays, I think you have to be a member of some organization to use the public facility on that day. Another thing I disagree with, as I am sure you can tell.</blockquote> 
One correction here, yes the county agreed to allow the Bark Park to temporarily lease land, but the maintenance is actually paid for with funds raised through memberships and fundraising. That is why there is a members day, to encourage people to join, in order to continue to keep the park operational. The Bark Park board felt that the park should be free to all dogs---visiting and local, though they have an agreement with the county that Bark Park is responsible for the maintenance of the park. They depend on members donations for pet waste removal, cutting the grass, insurance and all other expenses. 
 
So, whether someone is a dog lover or not, supporting the park is a good idea because it gives dogowners a place to let their dogs run---hopefully reducing the number of dogs that are on the beach or other inappropriate places.

DBOldford

Yes, it is sad that Fido cannot go to the beach with visitors at SoWal. And quite possibly a question of equal protection when property owners are allowed the exclusive priviledge. But who's going to sue the County over dog poop? I recall many famous Grayton Beach dogs of the past and also recall my brother twice being attacked on the beach by German shepherd dogs that were off-leash. I am glad that Butter can be walked there on leash. He gets very excited just hearing the sound of the wind and waves. On the other hand, the truth is that dogs are not a good mix with a fragile wildlife preserve. This is particularly true with nesting turtles and their eggs, and some sea birds.
 
The other issue is waste on the beach, of course. Folks, I've gotta say that for every person walking their dog with a poop bag at the ready, I see ten who let their dogs foul the beach and just keep truckin' without so much as kicking sand over it. I had to hire a regular landscape service because of it--not to landscape my yard (which is mostly white beach sand), but to pick up dog poop so that it doesn't roll into the swimming pool. And you want to walk your dog on a snow-white beach! :angry:

Yes, it is sad that Fido cannot go to the beach with visitors at SoWal. And quite possibly a question of equal protection when property owners are allowed the exclusive priviledge. But who&#039;s going to sue the County over dog poop? I recall many famous Grayton Beach dogs of the past and also recall my brother twice being attacked on the beach by German shepherd dogs that were off-leash. I am glad that Butter can be walked there on leash. He gets very excited just hearing the sound of the wind and waves. On the other hand, the truth is that dogs are not a good mix with a fragile wildlife preserve. This is particularly true with nesting turtles and their eggs, and some sea birds. 
 
The other issue is waste on the beach, of course. Folks, I&#039;ve gotta say that for every person walking their dog with a poop bag at the ready, I see ten who let their dogs foul the beach and just keep truckin&#039; without so much as kicking sand over it. I had to hire a regular landscape service because of it--not to landscape my yard (which is mostly white beach sand), but to pick up dog poop so that it doesn&#039;t roll into the swimming pool. And you want to walk your dog on a snow-white beach! :angry:

[SIZE=3]I will start by stating that I am a dog lover. Had one all my life until I moved here and I still hope to have another. I like meeting people with their pets on the beach...for the most part.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=3]I totally agree with Donna in regards to the respect level of too many people and yes, it is ruining it for the rest.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=3]My wife and I have confronted people on multiple ocassions reminding them that they need to do something about that stink pickle their dog just bombed the beach with. We hear excuses such as, "Oh, I didn't bring anything with me" or "I didn't know the dog planned to do that" to which I respond that they have two hands and next time make sure to ask the dog to tell you when they plan to go.[/SIZE]
[SIZE=3]I ask them how they might feel to see some small child filling their bright yellow pail with sand and come up with a handful of a really bad memory. [/SIZE]
[SIZE=3]If you are not willing to be responsible for your pet, please don't expect the rest of us to accept the consequences.[/SIZE]

I will start by stating that I am a dog lover. Had one all my life until I moved here and I still hope to have another. I like meeting people with their pets on the beach...for the most part. 
I totally agree with Donna in regards to the respect level of too many people and yes, it is ruining it for the rest. 
My wife and I have confronted people on multiple ocassions reminding them that they need to do something about that stink pickle their dog just bombed the beach with. We hear excuses such as, &quot;Oh, I didn&#039;t bring anything with me&quot; or &quot;I didn&#039;t know the dog planned to do that&quot; to which I respond that they have two hands and next time make sure to ask the dog to tell you when they plan to go. 
I ask them how they might feel to see some small child filling their bright yellow pail with sand and come up with a handful of a really bad memory. 
If you are not willing to be responsible for your pet, please don&#039;t expect the rest of us to accept the consequences.

lisaloebmalone

Beach Lover

This is a universal and extremely frustrating issue. Life would be great if all pet owners were responsible. Unfortunately, there are selfish idiots everywhere. :pissed:
 
I'm the softball director at our local park, and even though we also have a dog park in our city, a lot of people prefer to let their dogs run in the fenced softball fields. Which would be fine -- I do that myself -- but UNLIKE me, most people don't have a thought for the children who run through the fields trying to field pop-ups or grounders. For every pile of poop I bag and discard, I see several old piles that people negligently leave behind.
 
I'm ordering signs that say 'they poop, you scoop' with some malarky about city ordinances, but I doubt it will do any good except to make me feel I've done something to educate the stupider animal owners.  What else can I do? :idontno:

This is a universal and extremely frustrating issue. Life would be great if all pet owners were responsible. Unfortunately, there are selfish idiots everywhere. :pissed: 
 
I&#039;m the softball director at our local park, and even though we also have a dog park in our city, a lot of people prefer to let their dogs run in the fenced softball fields. Which would be fine -- I do that myself -- but UNLIKE me, most people don&#039;t have a thought for the children who run through the fields trying to field pop-ups or grounders. For every pile of poop I bag and discard, I see several old piles that people negligently leave behind. 
 
I&#039;m ordering signs that say &#039;they poop, you scoop&#039; with some malarky about city ordinances, but I doubt it will do any good except to make me feel I&#039;ve done something to educate the stupider animal owners. What else can I do? :idontno:

Phoenix Rising

The other day I overheard my three-year-old telling a friend, "When we go to the beach we have to watch out for sharks, jellyfish, and dog poop." :yikes: Sadly, that has been our reality.

The other day I overheard my three-year-old telling a friend, &quot;When we go to the beach we have to watch out for sharks, jellyfish, and dog poop.&quot; :yikes: Sadly, that has been our reality.

Generally, owners of beach permitted dogs are pretty responsible. There certainly are some bad apples but this is how it is with everything else-
 
There are inconsiderate parents who let their kids run on dunes, dig holes and not fill them in, etc.
 
There are inconsiderate smokers who think butts aren't litter and bury them in the sand, throw them in the streets or off walkways and onto the dunes, etc.
 
I'm not looking to ban kids or smoking (well maybe smoking on the beach like they did in CA). And I am hugely in favor of the status quo for dogs on the beach.
 
But what I think we really need is to just continue to inform visitors about the existing laws on the books (and to enforce those laws) and we need folks to be responsibile and courteous...
 
2 cents...
 
Sorry to whomever it was that was peed on!

Generally, owners of beach permitted dogs are pretty responsible. There certainly are some bad apples but this is how it is with everything else- 
 
There are inconsiderate parents who let their kids run on dunes, dig holes and not fill them in, etc. 
 
There are inconsiderate smokers who think butts aren&#039;t litter and bury them in the sand, throw them in the streets or off walkways and onto the dunes, etc. 
 
I&#039;m not looking to ban kids or smoking (well maybe smoking on the beach like they did in CA). And I am hugely in favor of the status quo for dogs on the beach. 
 
But what I think we really need is to just continue to inform visitors about the existing laws on the books (and to enforce those laws) and we need folks to be responsibile and courteous... 
 
2 cents... 
 
Sorry to whomever it was that was peed on!

Truffle Anne

[quote="geowickey, post: 379947"]Generally, owners of beach permitted dogs are pretty responsible. There certainly are some bad apples but this is how it is with everything else-
 
There are inconsiderate parents who let their kids run on dunes, dig holes and not fill them in, etc.
 
There are inconsiderate smokers who think butts aren't litter and bury them in the sand, throw them in the streets or off walkways and onto the dunes, etc.
 
I'm not looking to ban kids or smoking (well maybe smoking on the beach like they did in CA). And I am hugely in favor of the status quo for dogs on the beach.
 
But what I think we really need is to just continue to inform visitors about the existing laws on the books (and to enforce those laws) and we need folks to be responsibile and courteous...
 
2 cents...
 
Sorry to whomever it was that was peed on![/quote]
:clap: A TERRIFIC 2 CENTS (must be pre-recession....)
YAY! Responsible dog owners (who, me?) DO clean up any effluvia, as well as walking dogs BEFORE going to beach, AND just staying off the beach on very crowded days--no sense in making anyone uncomfortable. But on those lovely winter days, my leashed family members love to walk and sniff, and it's a wonderful part of life here. By the way, they pause and wait for me as I pick up cig butts, soft drink cans, and plastic waste.  :wave:

<blockquote class="xfBb-quote" data-name="geowickey">Generally, owners of beach permitted dogs are pretty responsible. There certainly are some bad apples but this is how it is with everything else- 
 
There are inconsiderate parents who let their kids run on dunes, dig holes and not fill them in, etc. 
 
There are inconsiderate smokers who think butts aren&#039;t litter and bury them in the sand, throw them in the streets or off walkways and onto the dunes, etc. 
 
I&#039;m not looking to ban kids or smoking (well maybe smoking on the beach like they did in CA). And I am hugely in favor of the status quo for dogs on the beach. 
 
But what I think we really need is to just continue to inform visitors about the existing laws on the books (and to enforce those laws) and we need folks to be responsibile and courteous... 
 
2 cents... 
 
Sorry to whomever it was that was peed on!</blockquote>:clap: A TERRIFIC 2 CENTS (must be pre-recession....) 
YAY! Responsible dog owners (who, me?) DO clean up any effluvia, as well as walking dogs BEFORE going to beach, AND just staying off the beach on very crowded days--no sense in making anyone uncomfortable. But on those lovely winter days, my leashed family members love to walk and sniff, and it&#039;s a wonderful part of life here. By the way, they pause and wait for me as I pick up cig butts, soft drink cans, and plastic waste. :wave:

WileCoyote

[quote="elitrope, post: 379674"]One correction here, yes the county agreed to allow the Bark Park to temporarily lease land, but the maintenance is actually paid for with funds raised through memberships and fundraising. That is why there is a members day, to encourage people to join, in order to continue to keep the park operational. The Bark Park board felt that the park should be free to all dogs---visiting and local, though they have an agreement with the county that Bark Park is responsible for the maintenance of the park. They depend on members donations for pet waste removal, cutting the grass, insurance and all other expenses.
 
So, whether someone is a dog lover or not, supporting the park is a good idea because it gives dogowners a place to let their dogs run---hopefully reducing the number of dogs that are on the beach or other inappropriate places.[/QUOTE]


Well let the Coyote set this straight.

Below is an excerpt from the BCC Commisssion minutes of November 13, 2007.

"Motion by Commissioner Brannon, second by Commissioner Comander, to approve the Consent Agenda as follows. Ayes 5, Nays 0, Pridgen Aye, Meadows Aye, Jones Aye, Brannon Aye, Comander Aye.


[B][COLOR="Red"]Use of District 5 Recreational Plat Fees for [U]off-leash canine park[/U] in the amount of $12,000.[/COLOR][SIZE="5"][/SIZE][/B]

Renew Interlocal Agreement with City of DeFuniak springs for Mosquito Control Services.

Approve use of District 1 Recreational Plat Fees for landscaping the Armory in the amount of $10,000 and Juniper Lake Park Improvements in the amount of $45,936.

You guys need to have afew more fund raisers.  Seems you needed $12,000 from the "County Coffers to Continue To Fund The Operating and maintenance cost associated with the Park Park, Inc.

Below is the Vendor History report.  You got $12,000 on November 30th.

[ATTACH]8326[/ATTACH]

<blockquote class="xfBb-quote" data-name="elitrope">One correction here, yes the county agreed to allow the Bark Park to temporarily lease land, but the maintenance is actually paid for with funds raised through memberships and fundraising. That is why there is a members day, to encourage people to join, in order to continue to keep the park operational. The Bark Park board felt that the park should be free to all dogs---visiting and local, though they have an agreement with the county that Bark Park is responsible for the maintenance of the park. They depend on members donations for pet waste removal, cutting the grass, insurance and all other expenses. 
 
So, whether someone is a dog lover or not, supporting the park is a good idea because it gives dogowners a place to let their dogs run---hopefully reducing the number of dogs that are on the beach or other inappropriate places.</blockquote> 
 
Well let the Coyote set this straight. 
 
Below is an excerpt from the BCC Commisssion minutes of November 13, 2007. 
 
&quot;Motion by Commissioner Brannon, second by Commissioner Comander, to approve the Consent Agenda as follows. Ayes 5, Nays 0, Pridgen Aye, Meadows Aye, Jones Aye, Brannon Aye, Comander Aye. 
 
 
Use of District 5 Recreational Plat Fees for off-leash canine park in the amount of $12,000. 
 
Renew Interlocal Agreement with City of DeFuniak springs for Mosquito Control Services. 
 
Approve use of District 1 Recreational Plat Fees for landscaping the Armory in the amount of $10,000 and Juniper Lake Park Improvements in the amount of $45,936. 
 
You guys need to have afew more fund raisers. Seems you needed $12,000 from the &quot;County Coffers to Continue To Fund The Operating and maintenance cost associated with the Park Park, Inc. 
 
Below is the Vendor History report. You got $12,000 on November 30th. 
 
<a href="https://sowal.com/forum/attachments/8326/">View attachment 8326</a>

Excellent fact checking Coyote!  I stand corrected.  My involvement with the park was prior to this date and up until this time, board members and volunteers were working dilligently to raise the funds necessary to open and maintain the park.  Perhaps as it was when I was involved, member donations just aren't covering all the expenses.  That's unfortunate.  Anyhow, thanks again for your due dilligence.

Excellent fact checking Coyote!  I stand corrected.  My involvement with the park was prior to this date and up until this time, board members and volunteers were working dilligently to raise the funds necessary to open and maintain the park.  Perhaps as it was when I was involved, member donations just aren&#039;t covering all the expenses.  That&#039;s unfortunate.  Anyhow, thanks again for your due dilligence.

:D[quote="Truffle Anne, post: 379958"]:clap: A TERRIFIC 2 CENTS (must be pre-recession....)
YAY! Responsible dog owners (who, me?) DO clean up any effluvia, as well as walking dogs BEFORE going to beach, AND just staying off the beach on very crowded days--no sense in making anyone uncomfortable. But on those lovely winter days, my leashed family members love to walk and sniff, and it's a wonderful part of life here. By the way, they pause and wait for me as I pick up cig butts, soft drink cans, and plastic waste. :wave:[/quote]
 
I must say I'm glad to hear that you can get a permit to have dogs on the beach. I AM a responsible dog owner, and it would be a major bummer to move there and not be able to introduce my goldens to the glories of the gulf! (Ooo, how's that for alliteration?)
 
And BTW.... the English major in me LOVED your use of the word 'effluvia'. :D

😀<blockquote class="xfBb-quote" data-name="Truffle Anne">:clap: A TERRIFIC 2 CENTS (must be pre-recession....) 
YAY! Responsible dog owners (who, me?) DO clean up any effluvia, as well as walking dogs BEFORE going to beach, AND just staying off the beach on very crowded days--no sense in making anyone uncomfortable. But on those lovely winter days, my leashed family members love to walk and sniff, and it&#039;s a wonderful part of life here. By the way, they pause and wait for me as I pick up cig butts, soft drink cans, and plastic waste. :wave:</blockquote> 
I must say I&#039;m glad to hear that you can get a permit to have dogs on the beach. I AM a responsible dog owner, and it would be a major bummer to move there and not be able to introduce my goldens to the glories of the gulf! (Ooo, how&#039;s that for alliteration?) 
 
And BTW.... the English major in me LOVED your use of the word &#039;effluvia&#039;. 😀

seaside2

[quote="lisaloebmalone, post: 380470"]:D
 
I must say I'm glad to hear that you can get a permit to have dogs on the beach. I AM a responsible dog owner, and it would be a major bummer to move there and not be able to introduce my goldens to the glories of the gulf! (Ooo, how's that for alliteration?)
 
[B]And BTW.... the English major in me LOVED your use of the word 'effluvia'[/B]. :D[/quote]
 
 
And the rest of us dummies had to google it!!!:funn::floor::rofl:

<blockquote class="xfBb-quote" data-name="lisaloebmalone">😀 
 
I must say I&#039;m glad to hear that you can get a permit to have dogs on the beach. I AM a responsible dog owner, and it would be a major bummer to move there and not be able to introduce my goldens to the glories of the gulf! (Ooo, how&#039;s that for alliteration?) 
 
And BTW.... the English major in me LOVED your use of the word &#039;effluvia&#039;. 😀</blockquote> 
 
And the rest of us dummies had to google it!!!:funn::floor::rofl:

scooterbug44

SoWal Expert

What exactly are the basic rules for visiting dogs? 

I know it can make it more difficult to find lodging and that the dog is not allowed on the beach sans permit or at certain hours of the day. 

The relatives visiting are both retired and outdoorsy so the dog is used to lots of adventures/going everywhere and constant companionship, so I know that it will be quite mad about being in a condo while they are biking, kayaking, whopping it up etc.

What exactly are the basic rules for visiting dogs? 
 
I know it can make it more difficult to find lodging and that the dog is not allowed on the beach sans permit or at certain hours of the day. 
 
The relatives visiting are both retired and outdoorsy so the dog is used to lots of adventures/going everywhere and constant companionship, so I know that it will be quite mad about being in a condo while they are biking, kayaking, whopping it up etc.

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