[MR] Dogs at events

[Rachel/Rozsa]

I have two basic concerns with the concept of  the 'good citizen' 
certification whether done by outside sources or within the SCA.

1) (A lawyer would probably have to be consulted on this.) Is the SCA 
assuming some sort of responsibility/liability regarding the assuring the 
safety of animals attending the event if we should start requiring that they 
all have some sort of certification?

2) All animals, no matter how well behaved or well trained can get scared or 
startled and easily hurt someone.  A 'good dog medallion' does not prevent 
that from happening and could lull people into a false sense of security 
regarding the animal.

Rozsa

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