(http://camdenblogs.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/sally-jo.jpg)< Even if you live in a pet friendly place - not everyone around you will be pet lovers (I know - difficult to believe). People have different perspectives based on their life experiences with dogs and frankly, you shouldn't expect to change that! Please be patient and take the time to be a considerate neighbor - your reward will be a well adjusted pet and an appreciative neighbor. Peace, Cindy