WELL it was an accident waiting to happen when a gran’s dog was attacked by a dog running loose in a public place, such as happened this week at Damhouse.
When will dog owners act responsibly and keep their animals on a lead?
The pond at Damhouse has been there for hundreds of years and enjoyed by many, without need for a fence. How hard is it to control your dog?
Our family have been in there many times and have been set on by a loose dog.
We’ve trodden in dog mess on the grass, had our grandchildren terrorised by unruly dogs and owners who delight in throwing abuse at you if you dare tell them to call their dog off!
It’s no use if people insist on exercising their dogs in this beautiful tranquil place that attracts the elderly and carers with young children, without any regard for anyone but themselves. The trust has put dog fouling signs up already, will owners ever learn?
A grandparent should be able to visit this local treasure without fear of loose dogs attacking another dog on a lead.
The pond gets dirty because of bread thrown in daily and natural waste from the wildlife and the Trust works tirelessly to keep these grounds in good order. No-one considers paying towards the upkeep and last Saturday saw a hugely successful garden party to raise money.
This is a unique and valuable area to be enjoyed and all of us who use it have a duty to care for it and act responsibly.
No excuses, no blame game, now come on and learn to respect what we have or we’ll all suffer its loss.
David and Christine Jones
Astley
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