The other day, I was walking on the side lawns of an Arts School, when Polka suddenly decided to poo. A young chap sitting on the ledge close by, smoking a cigarette, was forced to watch while Polka went about her business. I gave him my 'Shit Happens' look and he stared back in disgust. Polka is usually shy of relieving herself in close proximity to others so it would normally be an awkward situation for me. But it was comical to watch this young boy - an underage smoker mostly - giving me this child like disgusted look. I got a poo bag out and extended it to him 'Would you like to do the honors for me?"
It was hilarious to watch the little boy - big glasses, a smoke in hand - his face contorted with shock and disbelief.
But seriously, what is the etiquette when it comes to the business of dogs doing their business? Is it acceptable to give little boys nightmares? Should we be apologetic or embarrassed about picking after our precious ones? Or should we walk around proudly with our poo bags? Or am I making a big deal out of nothing?
I don't think so. I see a lot of crap on the lawns these days. The number of people shirking their responsibility seem to be growing. How do we bring pride into the very act? How do we make it sexy?
So Polka and I decided to do a survey and ask 'the common man' for thoughts. I present you the top 'crappy' quotes
- A single man walking his dog and picking up poo.. That's definitely sexy. He is a keeper.
- Use transparent poo bags - let everyone see what a responsible community we are.
- Small dogs no need lah.. So little - its not worth picking up.
- That's the maid's job. Not mine. I don't take my dog out for a walk.
- We should use bio degradable poo bags and it's time to figure out how best to collect the city's crap and use it as fuel or fertilizer.
- I am teaching my dog to sit on the toilet and flush after him!
