Beach ban on dogs (1)

Eric Cardona objected to dogs being banned from some beaches (October 28). I totally agree with him. Where are dogs meant to have their recreation time? I am the owner of a dog that happens to enjoy a swim especially during Malta's long hot summers and...

Eric Cardona objected to dogs being banned from some beaches (October 28). I totally agree with him. Where are dogs meant to have their recreation time?

I am the owner of a dog that happens to enjoy a swim especially during Malta's long hot summers and I wonder if animal rights are being considered.

I respect people's right to privacy on beaches; I always make sure my dog is under my control and I clean up after it. I don't think dogs are the problem. What about the mess some people leave behind after a barbecue, not to mention the many times people receive cuts from broken bottles that have been left behind. It is not dogs which are a hazard to humans.

Instead of boosting safety measures on beaches, such as by having lifeguards, we come up with a ban on dogs. Will someone please come up with a better suggestion?

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