Key West Dogs to Return

Bone Island throws the dogs a bone. Dogs are almost allowed back into the Key West restaurants and bars. Certain establishments like Schooner Warf Bar and Blue Heaven have allowed dogs for years unitl it was realized that we needed a local ordinance on the books for the State to allow it to continue. I don't own a dog but it seems only right that those establishments that have been allowing it for years are not allowed to continue. We have almost finished the dog days of summer with no dogs. The City Commission approved legislation on August 20, but now has to wait 45 days for the DCA (The State) to give its stamp of approval.

These dogs deserve it. They have always done their part in Key West. They wear sunglasses while singing on Duval St. Little dachshunds march in the Duval St. New Years parade (it's a short parade because of the length of their legs). Dogs ride on mopeds. They are strong supporters of Dog Park and Dog Beach. If they did not who would? You'll never see a cat chasing a Frisbee or running in the surf. Through out the years dogs have made some extremely strong performances in the Fantasy Fest Pet Parade. Many are required to look like their master, which they do with much admired patience dignity.

I personally look forward to when they are officially welcomed back. One word of warning; the ordinance prohibits dogs from sitting on bar stools.