Service dogs help people with disabilities by doing tasks like opening doors and sensing seizures. But sometimes, owners don’t respect other people’s boundaries with their dogs.
OP and their friends visited a bustling restaurant, seated next to a man with a service dog on the bench. Despite feeling cramped, OP politely asked the man to keep the dog on the ground. When the request was denied, tensions rose. OP, increasingly uncomfortable, reiterated their request, only to be rebuffed again. Frustrated, they confronted the man, causing a scene. Feeling overwhelmed, OP left the restaurant, prompting disapproval from their friends. Now, seeking validation for their actions, OP wonders if they were justified in their reaction to the situation.
Now that you have read the story, it’s time for you to see what Redditors had to say about this. Read till the end to see what are other people’s opinions on this. Don’t forget to share your own opinion at the end of this article.
6. OP’s discomfort with the service dog was valid.
7. The owner’s reaction was unwarranted.
8. Everyone has different comfort levels around animals. It’s unfair to label OP as the AH for wanting some personal space.
9. OP was not in the wrong for requesting some space from the service dog.
10. The owner’s refusal to comply was disrespectful.
11. The service dog owner’s reaction was uncalled for. OP had a right to ask for some space, especially in a crowded restaurant.
12. Humans should be seated instead of dogs.
13. Guess this service dog was not properly trained.
14. We have insight from a service dog owner too.
15. Humans>Dogs.
16. It’s important to respect people’s personal space, especially in public places like restaurants
17. OP was just trying to enjoy their meal in peace. The service dog owner should have been more considerate of their discomfort.
18. It’s understandable that OP felt uncomfortable with a service dog invading their space. The owner’s refusal to comply was unreasonable.
19. A Redditor tells that the service owner’s act is a health code violation.
20. It’s not fair to make someone feel uncomfortable in a public setting.
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