You can call and request an allergy clean. Any room you stay in, any where could have had a service dog in it.have kids that are very allergic to dogs. How are the rooms are POR? Do they clean them very good? Are the dogs all over the resort? Debating if I should switch resorts.
Honestly I think that people do need service dogs, but I also agree with you that people have absolutely abused the use of them. And I have always been so frustrated with the complete lack of understanding and respect for humans especially kids with allergies and dogs. Kids can get very sick, but for the most part it doesn't matter to people who have a dog.Riverside has a few buildings were dogs are allowed to stay as pets and the owners are expected to keep them out of common areas. I've seen a lot of owners claim their dogs are service animals so they are allowed everywhere, not just at the resort, but in the parks and everywhere else in public. It's a shame that responsible people that actually have a service animal are lumped in with those owners. My son is allergic and scared of dogs, so he normally walks on the opposite side of me if we have to walk past a dog. Locally a woman claimed a raccoon was her service animal-not sure what service it provided but she said she was a cancer survivor and that's why she needed the raccoon with her. I can just imagine the scenario if a not-real service dog saw the service raccoon in a store.
Riverside has a few buildings were dogs are allowed to stay as pets and the owners are expected to keep them out of common areas. I've seen a lot of owners claim their dogs are service animals so they are allowed everywhere, not just at the resort, but in the parks and everywhere else in public.
I know. We were at River Roost waiting for Yeeha Bob and we very clearly saw a little dog hiding under a nearby table with a service animal cloth on its back. The people with it alternated taking it outside every hour. When Bob started his show, it cowered even more from the noise. We've seen several dogs just outside the food court. Why people would allow an animal that they "love", to walk on the hot concrete is beyond me. We stayed at Pop several years ago and was taking a bus to a park when a "service dog" that was with a family wanted to be friendly with my son-the woman holding the leash had let it go. My son is terrified of dogs and this dog came out of nowhere.Those might be “the rules” they started with, but we’ve stayed at Riverside & Yacht Club. Dogs have been in common areas at both. There have even been pictures of dogs in the food courts. Best to just expect dogs anywhere at the dog friendly resorts.
I'm writing as one who is truly deathly allergic to dogs (cats, horses, etc....yeah, it's awful, because I love animals). Anyway, just note that dogs can presumably stay at any resort if they are "service dogs". That being said, I have stayed in most resorts and never had a problem. You can call and have a note added to your reservation for a "deep cleaning due to severe allergies". I have never so much as sneezed, let alone had any of my other horrible symptoms. I'd make the front desk aware, immediately, if you have any problems so that no one gets compromised by a previous doggo resident. I hope, no matter where you choose to stay, that you have good attention paid to your room and that your trip is the best ever!
I am not allergic to dogs, and am a dog lover for sure, however my biggest concern is when we're having a much needed rest in the room or an early night, will there be dogs barking incessantly in the room next door? I'm so disappointed to find this resort allows dogs, as I was really looking forward to it. May have to look at French Quarter now
I appreciate that but the children are unlikely to be left alone, and have a parent who will hopefully try to soothe them. I asked a valid question as it is a concern for us when staying at a new resort. I have stayed at many resorts, many times and never have I seen a dog anywhere.There's always a chance of a screaming child or crying baby next door when trying to take a nap.
I hate that you don't take your service dog with you to WDW because of the way some people react to them. I know there is a lot of negativity about people who fake it with their dogs with fake internet covers or jackets for them. It's a sad thing when someone who really needs and has one thinks he can't take his because of this.I have a service dog and due to people passing their dogs off as service dogs and the attitude towards seeing a dog at the resorts/parks is the primary reason I will not bring her. Generally my difficulties bringing her are the people trying to pet or interact with her. But more and more I’ve started to become self-conscious when she’s with me. Just remember that there are legitimate service dogs who will be at the resorts, parks, and indeed common areas (e.g. restaurants) who are working. They don’t always where a vest (it is not required). Trust me that service dog owners definitely don’t want their dogs interacting with others and vice versa. And just a note about barking—some service dogs do bark when alerting to an issue. For the most part, my girl only barks if the tactile cues aren’t enough (generally when I’m sleeping).