10 Rude Habits Dog Owners Need to Stop ASAP

1. Leaving the bag of poop on the ground

Unsurprisingly, our experts found that not picking up your dog's poop was the rudest thing dog owners do. 

2. Talking on your phone at the dog park

That's right, your puppy is at the dog park to play with his friends, but just like with a kid, you should keep an eye on him and see how he acts.

3. Putting your dog outside when he won't stop barking

If your pet won't calm down, putting him in the backyard might help you feel better, but it will make your neighbors mad.

4. Ignoring "No pets allowed" signs

Although we know how much you love your dog, there are places in public, like shops and restaurants, where dogs are actually not allowed.

4. Ignoring "No pets allowed" signs

Although we know how much you love your dog, there are places in public, like shops and restaurants, where dogs are actually not allowed.

5.  Calling it a "support" or "service" animal when it's not

"Dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability" is one way to describe a service dog.

6. Allowing your dog to pee on other people's property

It is rude to let your dog pee on someone else's property, like on fence posts, mailboxes, shrubs, trees, trash cans, or car tires.

7. Dropping the leash to let your dog "make a friend"

It makes sense that your dog gets excited when she sees another dog, but letting her walk up to the other dog and owner is asking for trouble.

8. Letting your dog off-leash anywhere that isn't a dog park

Yes, you should leash your dog even if he listens to you and doesn't mind the leash, even if you're in the woods and don't see anyone else.

9. Saying "It's OK, she's friendly" to excuse bad behavior

Your dog might be friendly with you, but she might not be friendly with other people or dogs. You also can't be sure what she will do in different situations.

10. Allowing your dog to jump up on other people

Dogs are naturally social, and they love to jump up on new (or old) people to show how excited they are to meet them.

Rude Habits Dog Owners Need to Stop ASAP

Rude Habits Dog Owners Need to Stop ASAP

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