This past Saturday I was informed that my dog is no longer welcome at the Market. I am extremely disappointed w/ the Market's decision to do this. My pup is all of 9 pounds and had the worlds best personality. I was informed of a few incidents w/ pets, which I can appreciate. The pet owner has a responsibility for their animal but that is also true of parents who should make sure it's okay before allow a child to run up to any animal. There was also a report of an elderly person who tripped and injured herself. Again, both parties have a responsibility.
I have had my toes run over by a stroller and cart on more than one occasion and it hurt but a simple apology with a hope that the parent / shopper would be a bit more careful in the future was enough to suffice. I never asked the Red Stick Market to ban children or strollers.
I feel this is an excessive over-reaction. I told the managers of the market that I won't be returning until they welcome both me and my dog. I encourage other pet owners to do the same.