| Rottweiler doesn't belong at cross country competitions
Letter to the Editor
The Lake Central spectator who took her rottweiler to the Gavit Invitational on Aug. 25 was wrong to do so. While I understand that we all adore our family pets and think everyone will love them also, I felt unsafe with the dog at this cross country event.
That person's position on the field was just a few feet from the athletes' path. Each time a runner passed, the huge dog barked incessantly and jumped up and down. An entanglement could have occurred easily with the dog and the passing athlete. In addition, I don't believe a blue cloth leash is adequate to hold back a 200-pound dog. A chain would be safer.
The news has recently been broadcasting mauling incidents with animals such as that one. While I am certain the owner believes the dog would never hurt anyone, anything is possible. I'd rather not be a part of that risk.
For the safety and enjoyment of everyone, leave the dog at home from now on.
Lori A. Alicea Valparaiso
I posted the story for you!! this is how our dogs get bad reps. if the dog was barking and jumping at every runner then his owner should have removed him from the area. and if nearby i'm not sure if i would have felt safe either  |