Shout out to all the responsible dog owners in Seattle

Who socialized their dogs, signed them up for manners classes, and taught them not to jump on anyone—especially kids. Who pick up their dog’s waste, walk them on a leash, and who don’t bring them onto playgrounds, school grounds, or into grocery stores where dogs aren’t allowed. Who don’t lie about their dog’s status as a service dog. Who make sure they’re occupied and not howling/barking all day from separation anxiety. Who don’t leave them alone, bored, and unattended in yards for hours on end where they can get aggressive and territorial. Who understand reactivity and signs of aggression and aren’t afraid to muzzle train their dogs even if uninformed people give them side eye if that’s what it takes to walk their dog safely in a city. I didn’t see many of you out today, but you know who are and we’re in this together. To everyone else, google positive dog training methods and educate yourself.