[Overlord]

So I'm out camping At the usual place I go camping. Its an RV park across from a provincial park that my bfs uncle has a place at but we do go there frequently. We always tie the dogs up. Its never an issue. There has never been any problems with our dogs being off leash, barking,nothing. they are frickn angels compared to the other dogs there. My dogs love people and other dogs and we have only gotten compliments about our dogs. So I was heading for the outhouse after a couple drinks which is a little walk into the main area and there were a few people walking by, said hi whatever. And then I hear one of the women say loudly I don't want to go there because of THOSE dogs - meaning my dogs (and I know she meant my dogs because of what I said to her). Meanwhile the fluffy little dogs in the trailer beside us are going apeshit and my dogs aren't doing shit. What would you do!? Ill say what I did after I hear some insight.

[ovH9wfSJ]

If your dogs are as well mannered as you say, as hard as it can be at times, it's best to just ignore people like that. DO NOT let them upset you or ruin your fun camping or the time your spending with your dogs.

[swwatch]

That's a tough one, but I would say depends exactly on the situation. If you know they intended you to hear it, then I'm the kind of person who would say something...maybe just in a nice, but direct way. Maybe offer to introduce them so they can see they are well mannered dogs. Just to keep the tension down. I know I personally tend to fester.

I agree with IzzysDad, that if you think you can just ignore it and enjoy your trip, that's probably hands down best choice number one. BUT if you think it's going to fester and could lead to more tension or possibly confrontations or complaints, then I'd say something. But I would recommend doing it during the day when you haven't had any drinks yet and the others are sober so everyone is clear headed. I don't mean that in a negative way, but you never know how OTHER people are and it sounds like the woman may be an instigator.

Hope your camping trip is going well besides the obvious dummies out there...LOL

[Gooracouppy]

i would have just pulled out my pocket knife and started walking towards them like i had lost my mind! no im kidding, lol. i prolly would have just laughed about it, happiness is the best revenge! i would have done the cough*fuck-you*cough thing. and than laughed!

[priceyicey]

ah,you cant make everyone happy.the point is to have a lovely time and ignore people who have no idea what they are talking about.i love camping with the dogs too.is the RV park privately owned or what?
Provincial parks for sure have leash laws and i have found that most people abide them. maybe go set up over there instead,if the owners of the RV park dont have the leash/tether rule. most important tho...have fun!!

[selayeffethy]

I think I would have said something like "Who would you rather pet, the dogs over there barking, jumping and acting a fool or mine?" given her a minute to think about it and the walked away.This only works if your dogs are actually better behaved and there are others nearby that aren't, though.

[XVzrlWIv]

Some days I'll ignore them, some days I'll have a witty retort.

But there are days where I tell people to go f*** themselves (which is what happens when I pass by someone, and they make a catty remark about someone or something associated with me.) There's been a few times where there's been a fight, but this is Michigan, and that happens rather often.

[Gremlinn]

On a good day, ignore them and keep on with whatever...

On a bad day (or a day where I'm just flat out sick of people) the conversation would probably have gone something like:

(I overhear) "I don't want to go there because of THOSE dogs."
(To which I reply) "Thank you so much, we've been having so much trouble with them getting the runs lately it seems they are allergic to stupid people."

[Overlord]

Yeah there are days when I believe stupidity may be contagious so I ignore them. But she obviously was saying it so I could hear it. So I turned to her and said I'm sorry but THOSE dogs are fine. She - oh those are your dogs? Yes they are my dogs. She - oh well I have heard about how much pitbulls attack people and I just don't like them. Me- well you can meet them and I'm sure they could change your mind. Her - well I'm sure they would but I just don't want to. after that they have been At a different campsite and I'm happy with that. It bugged me for a bit but then I let it go. Not worth it.

[medio]

I do not bite my tounge for anyone. I personally encourage debate, there is no greater feeling than beating someone down with cold hard facts. I generally tend not to speak to idiots, but if they are dumb enough to open thier mouth to me then I will enlighten them and prove just how stupid and ignorant they are. I normally ask them how many APBT's they have owned and what makes them such an expert on a dog they do not own. After I get a few dumb replies that is when I ask them to site thier source and ask what credentials that sourse has in regards to the breed. This tactics normally shuts them up and if they wish to continue spewing thier bullshit I tend to just laugh at them and go walk away.

That is why breed education is a must if you are going to defend the breed, you always want to be the one who knows more than the other guy. It only helps your cause if you can resite and refute facts vs fiction and gives a more tangable understanding that you indeed know what you're talking about and prove to others how little they themselves truely know.

[viagsjicguara]

Good post ColbyDogs. Being educated is so important.

I almost always say something to people like that. It makes me feel better and if I can make someone feel like an idiot for saying something like that then, hey, that's always a plus. Maybe it will make them think twice about voicing opinions on things they know nothing about.

Sometimes when I'm in a really bad mood I will ask them if they own dogs and what breed. Then I go, "OH GOD! You know what they say about them don't you? Unpredictable little shits. You should really watch out!". Probably doesn't help much but it gives me a little chuckle to watch them deal with what they put me through....and have no idea what to say.

[JulietOreira]

About six years ago new neighbors moved in next door. With them they brought a small, white yapper that barked non-stop whenever they were not at home.

One day, as I was walking Trudi on her leash to the rear wall for her to do her business, the wife approached our property lines and called over what a beautiful dog Trudi was, and asked what "kind" she was.

I told her, and you see her expression change. She at once launched into a series of comments like; "I hope you keep her chained, those dogs are dangerous", and so on. The whole time her mut was fighting the leash, snarling and barking like a fool at Trudi, who pretty much just ignored it.

When this woman finished her rant I dropped to one knee, patted my chest and asked Trudi "Where's my hug?" Trudi raised up on her hind legs, threw her front legs around my neck and hugged me.

Standing, I looked back at the woman and said, "When your dog is this well behaved and loving, then we'll talk."

We have not spoken since.

[ovH9wfSJ]

On a bad day (or a day where I'm just flat out sick of people) the conversation would probably have gone something like:

(I overhear) "I don't want to go there because of THOSE dogs."
(To which I reply) "Thank you so much, we've been having so much trouble with them getting the runs lately it seems they are allergic to stupid people."

Now that made me laugh. I have to remember that one!

---------- Post added at 01:00 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:57 PM ----------

About six years ago new neighbors moved in next door. With them they brought a small, white yapper that barked non-stop whenever they were not at home.

One day, as I was walking Trudi on her leash to the rear wall for her to do her business, the wife approached our property lines and called over what a beautiful dog Trudi was, and asked what "kind" she was.

I told her, and you see her expression change. She at once launched into a series of comments like; "I hope you keep her chained, those dogs are dangerous", and so on. The whole time her mut was fighting the leash, snarling and barking like a fool at Trudi, who pretty much just ignored it.

When this woman finished her rant I dropped to one knee, patted my chest and asked Trudi "Where's my hug?" Trudi raised up on her hind legs, threw her front legs around my neck and hugged me.

Standing, I looked back at the woman and said, "When your dog is this well behaved and loving, then we'll talk."

We have not spoken since.

That was awesome.

It amazes me how many people with unruly, poorly behaved smaller dogs always have something smartass to say to someone who owns a social well behaved big dog. They are so freaking stupid they do not realize what a hypocrite they are.

[JulietOreira]

It amazes me how many people with unruly, poorly behaved smaller dogs always have something smartass to say to someone who owns a social well behaved big dog. They are so freaking stupid they do not realize what a hypocrite they are.

You nailed it!

[Binuilienzync]

Being as they wanted you to hear what they said.. My reply would be something like this..

Me to lady: "I was goign to say something but I don't like arguing with stupid people".

And then walk away.

[SpyRemo]

More times then not, when someone has something snarky to say about my dogs, I smile and walk away. People are idiots and most are completely ignorant to how badly their dogs behave in comparison so its just not worth my effort or energy to try to explain.

[TriamiCaw]

I am pretty blunt about things. If I would have heard that I would just walk over and get involved in their conversation and go *gasp* "what? that dog over there wiggling with excitement" *waves at my dog*

Heck I'm real ornery about things and would later on make my dog do some obedience in front of her yapping little fluffy things and put it in a down stay while I approach them and let them know their yapping dogs are scaring me with their aggressive barking, or something silly like that.

I like what you did though. you stayed calm about it, and maybe later on she will sit back for a second and go.... wait a second.... I am so..

one can only hope right?