Comments on: Fairmont Southampton Is Now ‘Dog Friendly’

By: LaV

LaV — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 12:35:19 +0000

“Maybe it’s the excess drool and the bad smell for starters.”

Maybe you can get someone to help you with that, Annie?

By: Hair

Hair — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 00:18:13 +0000

Well this government has gone to de dogs, so why not have them join in to society, meeeouch!!!!

By: Aw

Aw — Tue, 20 Nov 2018 12:37:12 +0000

Awww take your business elsewhere! No one cares what you think and it’s people like you who try to keep the rest of us from embracing change. Go hug a cat!

By: Aw

Aw — Tue, 20 Nov 2018 12:34:53 +0000

Awww so sorry for your poor sickly husband! Go stay at a motel 6 with the cockroaches then!

By: Read

Read — Tue, 20 Nov 2018 12:29:24 +0000

Read their response! People like you complain about everything from pollen to mold! It’s an island and dogs are people too! If you come down with an attack then deal with it! You aren’t going to be able to sue anyone as you sign the register like everyone else assuming all liabilities! Catch up with the rest of us!

By: Toodle-oo

Toodle-oo — Sun, 18 Nov 2018 18:45:57 +0000

I give you 10 out of ten or A+ for that one !

By: Truth

Truth — Sat, 17 Nov 2018 18:15:57 +0000

How often did you stay there currently?

By: not ture

not ture — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 14:55:38 +0000

There are a few restaurants that allow dogs on their patios now – so you’re incorrect about health regulations that you “pray” stays the same (because God surely cares right).

to be clear, we’re not talking about weird niche ‘dog restaurants.’ In a good part of the world allowing dogs on patios is very normal – at normal bars and restaurants and has proven to be good for business. If they lose one dog-phobic patron for 4-5 dog lovers, that’s a good trade off.

By: LaV

LaV — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 14:09:38 +0000

“And some people have serious allergies…”

I bet you drown yourself in perfume, because you can’t be bothered, or are too low class to wash properly.

By: Annie

Annie — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 13:17:06 +0000

So you’re going to have dog and non-dog rooms because I wouldn’t want to stay in a room that’s had a dog in it and if someone with a severe allergy goes into anaphylactic shock from breathing in dog dander, you might have a major problem on your hands there. Personally, I find that really disgusting but anyway, I’ve said my piece.

By: Annie

Annie — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 13:14:46 +0000

Maybe it’s the excess drool and the bad smell for starters.

By: Annie

Annie — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 13:13:52 +0000

If I go to a restaurant and they allow dogs in there, I will not be back. I know it can’t happen now with health regulations and I pray it stays that way. I don’t want to see a dog while I’m trying to eat my meal-whether the dog be inside or outside on a patio. Start your own dog restaurant with permission from the Dept. of Health where you can eat and a plate can also be set for the dog and I’ll bet some people will go nuts for it because they’re into that kind a thing.

By: J

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 03:57:29 +0000

Gross. Why are certain people so obsessed with dogs? They are dirty and do not need to go everywhere with you. I guess Fairmont does not care about those of us with allergies! I will never visit or stay there ever again.

By: VJ

VJ — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 01:58:05 +0000

I actually stay at various hotels at least twice a year. That’s not even the point though. Just because you love dogs so much doesn’t mean the rest of us have to. And some people have serious allergies, why should they have to suffer just because you can’t be separated from an ANIMAL for a few days?!!

By: VJ

VJ — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 01:52:34 +0000

I said through my line of work, not people I hang out with. My employment takes me into various homes, I don’t know these people from Adam. I have been bitten by fleas in homes with dogs. I just hope that SP took that into consideration is all I’m saying.

By: sage

sage — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 01:21:53 +0000

You all are hilarious, if you ever could see what humans are doing in those rooms you would never set foot in another hotel, carry a black light next time you do.

By: Seriously?

Seriously? — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 23:50:18 +0000

Here are a few questions… everyone having a fit about this and screaming about the rooms etc… When you travel abroad and stay at a hotel do you 1) Ask if they accept dogs? 2) Ask if a dog has stayed in your room? 3) Have you died from being in the same room as a dog? You lot are insane. You are probably less likely to become sick staying in a room after a dog than some other human… especially a child. I believe the South P will have thought this through thoroughly and have all their bases covered. Last question…. of those complaining…. how many times a year do you stay at the South P?

By: Sniffles

Sniffles — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 23:29:39 +0000

While many people would welcome this development, my husband has serious pet allergies that are triggered by being around or in an area where pets have been, e.g. carpets. This causes the same runny nose, watery eyes, coughing and sneezing that a bad cold does and is pure misery.

To allow pets in hotels and airplanes should be controlled and contained to certain areas so we all don’t have to suffer for it. The last hotel we were at had a yapper. Either controlled pets in a section, or we will never go back to SP again. Sorry, but the experience is not worth the money for a room.

By: wahoo

wahoo — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 22:28:17 +0000

Well I don’t know who you hang out with but I am pretty sure that people who travel with their dogs are not going to let their little puppies get fleas…just a hunch of course you might be right.

By: meh

meh — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 19:15:57 +0000

They ‘should’ because there is a segment of the island that would enjoy it and it has proven to be a success marketing tool in other places in the world. People don’t “have to bring their animals everywhere” just like people don’t “have to” go to restaurants, bars, or hotels. My point is simply it would be nice to have a few places where dogs were welcome because there is at least a good chunk of people on the island that would enjoy it.

By: Still Laughing

Still Laughing — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 17:24:39 +0000

Oh get over it people! Most high end hotels around the world accept pets, so what’s the problem? Of course the hotel will ensure that the room is given extra care at the end of a stay if there was a dog and they do collect extra deposit just in case to help offset the cleaning. I wonder how one would react if it were a guide or therapy dog? Typical knee-jerk negative response from people who just look for something to complain about….

By: legalgal

legalgal — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 17:18:22 +0000

Then prosecute her. Most who got to the trouble of walking their dogs are law abiding. In fact they appreciate that if your male dog comes across dog waste they’ll likely roll in it! So we pick up. Should have a few beaches open, even if at certain, non-peak time and restrictions such as dogs on leads.

By: legalgal

legalgal — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 17:17:53 +0000

By: VJ

VJ — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 16:33:23 +0000

Why should they? Why do people have to take their animals everywhere?

By: VJ

VJ — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 16:20:37 +0000

That’s not the point. We all get that dogs will be dogs, but as I’ve already said, some of the owners are irresponsible. To some of you, dogs are your family, but to others they’re a hazard. You can’t get mad at people for having concerns.

By: just wondering

just wondering — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 15:16:56 +0000

WOW – what strange reactions from people – why this apparent hatred of dogs? Chances are people who are prepared to spend the money to bring their pet on holiday will also make sure its flea free (easily done these days) and clean. Well done Fairmont Southampton for recognizing a market that has existed in other countries for years.

By: VJ

VJ — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 15:03:17 +0000

The irresponsible people spoil it for everyone. I saw a woman with a very young puppy allow it to poo right in the middle of a field during a football match. She let him do his business, then walked away.

By: VJ

VJ — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 15:01:04 +0000

@ Wahoo:

It’s not a matter of SP not thinking it through, it’s a matter of it being properly policed. Lets face it, not all people are responsible pet owners. I’ve personally been to people’s homes (through my line of work), and left with my ankles covered in flea bites.

By: wahoo

wahoo — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 14:18:55 +0000

Good grief guys do you think SP would not think it through a little? We (Bermuda) used to have a little winter niche with dog shows attended by East Coasters. They used to stay in the smaller guest houses that are rare now. It might be cool to see this redeveloped.

By: Jus' Wonderin'

Jus' Wonderin' — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 13:54:26 +0000

This is DISGUSTING!!!

By: Avg Bda Male

Avg Bda Male — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 13:53:42 +0000

LOL, ‘luck’ of intelligence?

By: meh

meh — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 13:19:54 +0000

The dogs aren’t to blame in either of those cases.

I see tons of trash on the beach every time I go – I don’t think its the beer cans that are to blame its the ignorant people leaving them. Place your anger at bad dog owners not the dogs themselves.

By: meh

meh — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 13:13:59 +0000

I’ve never understood why Bermuda is so dog averse…

Cool move by South P and I hope a few bars/restaurants follow suit on their patios.

By: Rocky5

Rocky5 — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 12:37:25 +0000

OMG – Wakanda Royalty and now dogs at SP!! What next – A Flat Earth Convention???

By: Rocky5

Rocky5 — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 12:33:11 +0000

OMG, the sheer ignorance, arrogance and stupidity of some people!!

By: VJ

VJ — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 11:28:33 +0000

My first thought was flea control, as there are many areas with carpet throughout the hotel. Not everyone keeps on top of their flea control, and an infestation would be a disaster.

By: South P

South P — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 11:20:19 +0000

Your concern was probably the first thing we addressed in planning this. Thank you for looking out though.

By: sunny

sunny — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 10:17:39 +0000

All you guys comments about the dogs, it shows your luck of intelligence. Grow up

By: Onion Juice

Onion Juice — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 09:05:22 +0000

Dont get it twisted.

By: Onion Juice

Onion Juice — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 09:04:06 +0000

When the Moors went in Europe to enhance their culture, one of the things the Moors taught them is animals belong outside.

By: Time Shall Tell

Time Shall Tell — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 08:41:21 +0000

Spent the day at Clearwater beach a while back and a couple of ladies was walking their dogs (the smallest wasn’t on a leash) on the beach on early Sunday morning. The ladies stopped to let their dogs do their “business” on the beach sand then proceeded to walk away. I called out to the lady closest to me telling her they need to clean up after their dogs, she gave a dirty look then walked over to the other lady who in turn also gave me a dirty look. The 2nd lady walked over & simply kicked sand over the mess piles & said: “The tide will wash it away”. Later I decide to take a walk out Coopers island & found more presents left behind but on my return back to the beach there was now a family on the beach with their kids playing in the sand. Luckily I was able to warn them before one of the young kids found the “buried treasure” left behind. I have also seen a woman get upset that her purse-sized dog wasn’t allowed into a restaurant and make a big scene of it. Before she was denied entry the little dog was already consistently barking and trying to climb out of her purse that she had rested on the floor. So it was obvious the dog was going to be a disturbance to the other people trying to enjoy their meals. I feel trails, parks, fields, docks, etc. are fine for dogs but some places should just be off limits. Even if you pick up the solid waste off the beach the filth of bacteria, etc. is still present on the sand that could affect others that come afterward & not everyone wants to deal with other peoples pets when they trying to enjoy their meals. Some people carry allergies & shouldn’t have to suffer during their visits to certain places, hotels being one.

By: legalgal

legalgal — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 08:40:13 +0000

Bermuda is one of the most dog-unfriendly places! Can’t even take your well behaved dog onto a beach! Very sad. Resulting in many unsocialised dogs. Well done to the Princess. Presumably special allocated rooms not used by non-doggy persons.

By: johnBoy

johnBoy — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 01:13:13 +0000

You can’t be serious!

By: wahoo

wahoo — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 00:38:58 +0000

Maybe get zane to go up there and tell them we don’t want dawgs in Bermuda?

By: PBanks

PBanks — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 00:25:37 +0000

No, that’s a valid concern, you may want to send that to the SouthP folks because I agree, last thing a guest wants is to experience that kind of exposure that they’re not expecting.

By: Annie

Annie — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 23:33:24 +0000

I hope that people will be told what rooms have had dogs staying in them, like they do with smoking and non-smoking. I know people are crazy about their dogs but they smell-even if they don’t smell to you; you become ‘nose-blind’ as Febreeze says. Plus, there are people who have allergies and are affected by dogs. If I go into a space where a dog has been, I sneeze like crazy and my chest starts tightening up and if I don’t get out of there I have a full-fledged asthma attack. Yes, I have an aversion to dogs and it could be because my body senses they are a threat to my health but I’m not posting this to be mean. This could really make someone sick.

By: Onion Juice

Onion Juice — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 23:17:05 +0000

Are you F!@#&^g serious, we have gone to the dogs!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!