America's Most Dog-Friendly City Has Had Enough
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Portland, known for being dog-friendly, is reevaluating its pet policies due to increasing complaints about dog waste, noise, and housing concerns, sparking debate among residents about the balance between pet ownership and community needs.
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Because I have an imaginary dog.
I grew up with dogs and I have no problem with them --- I just prefer that they belong to someone else. It offers me more time, money and freedom to enjoy life on my terms.