Do strollers afford us the luxury of taking our pets into places previously considered off limits?
— D.H., Las Vegas, NV A: Perhaps, the dog was this gentleman’s good luck charm. Whether a casino, department store, art gallery, or bank, it’s up an individual business to allow or ban pets. Some businesses only allow dogs small enough to be carried. Perhaps this casino is dog friendly. By law, pets are never allowed inside restaurants in the U.S. (though some places in Europe permit dogs inside where people eat). Florida and Illinois both have state laws that allow restaurants to welcome dogs at sidewalk cafes and outdoor patios. In many cities nationwide, dogs are equally welcome to dine al fresco. I think pet strollers are terrific! Unfortunately, they’re solely for diminutive dogs. When these strollers first became available, I wrote about a small disabled dog who was able to accompany family members on walks while riding in a stroller, and how the devices allow small elderly dogs to get out more often. As you point out, being in a stroller does likely offer more accessibility. Ho
