Why do dog owners think it’s acceptable for their wet dogs to jump at people ?

I’m another one driven nuts by this. I tell other owners off at the park constantly for dogs that have no recall rushing me and rushing my dogs, to be answered with the infuriating “ my dog is friendly”. Idiots. If you can’t train your dog basic commands and manners, like sit, heel, ‘leave it’, and recall, then you shouldn’t own a dog, period.

Kate1949, the dog in the latest horrific human killed by dog incident was an KL bully. The owners had two of these huge dogs. They aren’t on the ‘banned dogs’ list, a list that’s not fit for purpose. These XL bullies tend to be status dogs. It’s illegal in the UK to cut their ears but a number of breeders do this.
I don’t want to prejudge but I read the neighbours saying they’d no idea the couple had any dogs.
Dogs need and thrive on routines. Teaching them to walk on lead, to ignore other dogs and people is essential. They’re often impulsive self rewarders. It’s the owners job to help them behave.
I know it’s impossible to impose but I wish every dog owner would commit to kennel club good citizen training

In a group of friends, five have dogs and only one is able to control hers. The other four have no concern for the effect of their dogs' bad behaviour on other people, regarding it as their fault because they wear the wrong coat, wrong hat, are running/standing still/don't realise dogs go into parks for exercise and humans should keep out of the way. Incidentally, the now adult children of the four are all equally difficult.

I am terrified of them. All of them.

I know many people love their dogs and I agree most dogs are great.
But I also agree about what a nuisance they can be . It's the owners , not the dogs fault of course, but I hate dogs jumping up at me whether dry or wet. It's really annoying! And I detest them being allowed to run free and chase sheep on the moors etc .
Dogs should be kept under control.

A woman this week was killed and her husband is in hospital after being attacked by one of those huge American whatever they are.

SunshineSally

I have a dog - a small excitable one that loves people and does a meerkat impression when he sees someone (anyone) come near! However, he is kept on a short lead in public busy places and a long lead when there is more space. Having suffered a dog attack by a large mastiff mix dog when our dog was a puppy, I hate it when loose dogs coming running up to me or my dog. I was attacked and had my ear bitten and multiple bruises and scratches as I was trying to protect my dog. The other dog knocked me over and I was lying on top of my dog trying to protect him whilst screaming for help. I was absolutely terrified. Sorry I’ve strayed from the OP thread. Anyway I just wanted to say that I never take it for granted that everyone likes dogs and wouldn’t dream of letting him jump up at anyone. In fact I would be mortified if he damaged someone’s clothing and would offer to pay. I also wouldn’t dream of not cleaning up after my dog. Just wanted to put it out there that we’re not all selfish dog owners ?

DH had to protect our dog when a Staffie attacked her and he worries even more than I do when a dog runs up to us. I can’t imagine how awful it must have been for you. I’ve thrown myself over my dog to protect her when a terrier went for her. It does detract from the pleasure we get from her. I’m always pleasantly surprised when fellow dog owners put their dogs on a lead when they see ours or apologise if they do run up to us. I just read about a woman who was bitten on the arm at a local supermarket by one of those mastiff or bull type dogs that seem to be in the news these days. She was very badly hurt.

I don’t want to have dogs wandering around the shop
I work in I don’t want to eat in a room with dogs shaking their hairs into the air or drooling near my cake and coffee
I don’t want them everywhere slobbering and peeing
I like most dogs but LEAVE them at home they aren’t really happy walking round hot shops or sitting in cafes and restaurants
My grandson was like your grandaughter Callistemon knocked down by a over enthusiastic boxer dog who stood over him when he was 2/3 He was scared of dogs all through his childhood and passed that fear onto his younger sister Hes sort of ok now as a young adult but is still not over fond of dogs and I doubt he’ll ever own one

I think bringing back dog licences would be a good idea.

yes but that's the difference; if a human came up to me and touched me i would have a course of action in law.
i don't want to be touched or impeded or put in fear or flight mode by any creature.
if i am behaving responsibly i don't see why i should have to endure these incursions upon my personal space or peace of mind.
there should be dog licences with mandatory collars displaying a conspicuous ID number.
anyone without one should be impounded.
and hefty fine for reclaiming. once only.
further offence to mean re-homing.

Skydancer

I just don’t get why anyone wants a dog at all. To have one in a house is disgusting. They descend from wolves, wild creatures. Germ-ridden and slobbering- I don’t even want to touch one.

Humans are descended from apes, wild creatures.
People can be germ-ridden and some slobber too (or worse).
There are some I wouldn't want to touch either.

Chewbacca

I don't own, nor ever have owned a dog, but I'm very fond of all animals and am active in several animal charities. I'd hate to think that the actions of a few irresponsible owners put people against dogs. A dog is only as bad as the person at the other end of their lead.

???

DGD was knocked right over by a large dog "just being friendy" when she was a toddler and has always been nervous of them since. Her parents did get a smaller family dog and she likes him but she is still rather wary.

Your'e brave Skydancer!

I just don’t get why anyone wants a dog at all. To have one in a house is disgusting. They descend from wolves, wild creatures. Germ-ridden and slobbering- I don’t even want to touch one.

Glad not just me who feels like this. The amount of dogs that have jumped up at me, dry or wet paws that isn't the case it shouldn't be jumping up in the first place. Say anything to the owners and you a mouthful of abuse or told "It's only playing".

Seem to be more and more dogs since lockdown and bad behaviour gives responsible dog owners a bad name. The other day I was out on a walk and dog running free and owner saw me coming, called the dog over and put it on a lead. I thanked her and that is how it should be.

I have a dog - a small excitable one that loves people and does a meerkat impression when he sees someone (anyone) come near! However, he is kept on a short lead in public busy places and a long lead when there is more space. Having suffered a dog attack by a large mastiff mix dog when our dog was a puppy, I hate it when loose dogs coming running up to me or my dog. I was attacked and had my ear bitten and multiple bruises and scratches as I was trying to protect my dog. The other dog knocked me over and I was lying on top of my dog trying to protect him whilst screaming for help. I was absolutely terrified. Sorry I’ve strayed from the OP thread. Anyway I just wanted to say that I never take it for granted that everyone likes dogs and wouldn’t dream of letting him jump up at anyone. In fact I would be mortified if he damaged someone’s clothing and would offer to pay. I also wouldn’t dream of not cleaning up after my dog. Just wanted to put it out there that we’re not all selfish dog owners ?

A dog is only as bad as the person at the other end of their lead exactly Chewbacca.

I've sent you a pm Iam64

I don't own, nor ever have owned a dog, but I'm very fond of all animals and am active in several animal charities. I'd hate to think that the actions of a few irresponsible owners put people against dogs. A dog is only as bad as the person at the other end of their lead.

I was walking on the beach last week and a young whippet was running up to other dogs. It ran up to a retriever type which yelped. Not sure if it was from fear or if the whippet had snapped at /nipped him. The owner of the whippet were oblivious to it. If the retriever had retaliated he probably would have got the blame. There are also, sadly, dead and dying birds on the beach because of bird flu and owners have been warned to keep their dogs away from them but they don’t. The also ignore sealed off areas where there are ground nesting birds and get angry when asked to put their dogs on a lead. As for the dog poo on what is a path leading down to the sea .

I’m sorry for you, I’ve two dogs and would be upset to have my dogs jumping up at people. It’s rude and very bad mannered to allow it. Not all dog owners are like this, most are responsible.

Kate1949 -I’m certain only mad dog women could love my lab ?

And please don't assume that everyone loves your dog as much as you do.

That’s beyond disgusting Chewbacca.

Ok I have a small gentle well behaved 4 year old spaniel and an enormous, over friendly, over enthusiastic 20 month old labrador.

I shared my life with dogs throughout my childhood , got my first puppy in adult life in 1974. Since then I’ve always had one dog, usually 2 and at various times 3 dogs. I’ve rescued, fostered and had five puppies over those years. 16 years ago, My rescue labradoodle had 4 homes before she came to me at 5 months. She taught me about the need to join a training group and commit to training your dog. Previous dogs just fitted in, her urge to chase small and large furry creatures meant I’d to up my game. She passed kennel club good citizen obedience and very dog since has followed that path.

I’m totally fed up with the number of off lead, out of control, untrained dogs. I’m especially fed up with people walking 3-5 dogs off lead, dogs who race about and have absolutely no recall.

My young giddy giant lab has been more restricted than any of my previous dogs. It’s partly down yo his size, enthusiasms and distractability but mostly down to my reluctance to let him rave about with other young dogs whose owners think it’s funny if they don’t come back instantly. ]
We had a hideous experience two days ago. My dog on lead, assaulted by 2 off lead labs, owner no where in sight, but when he appeared, headphones on and no control over his dogs. When I asked him to control his dogs he became aggressive and abusive.

Sorry I’m ranting. But if I, dog lover, owner of 2 dogs, feel like this I fear we are heading for no off lead freedom

We only let our dog of lead when there are no people or dogs around. Partly because she has no recall but mainly because we hate seeing dogs running around out of control. My grandson is scared of dogs despite now having a dog of his own. I actually got bitten by a dog the other week. Was my fault in a way. I was chatting to it’s owner and asked if I could give it a treat. But when I gave it’s smaller companion a treat the larger dog bit me on the arm as I was bending down to the little dog. I didn’t say anything to the owner because he was a young dog with a soft mouth and just got over excited but I dread to think what it must be like to be bitten by a pit bull type that really means it. It’s no wonder that people that have been bitten as children often have a lifelong fear of dogs.