On the Reddit platform, an image sparked outrage among viewers after the couple was criticized as “gross.” after allowing a dog to sit on a restaurant table.
A Sydney couple has sparked outrage after allowing their pet dog to sit on a countertop at Guzman y Gomez, a Mexican restaurant in Newtown, as they dined.
One customer captured this moment and shared it on Reddit, which gained attention.
On Reddit, one user, who goes by @mildlyinfuriating, shared an image showing an Australian couple allowing their pet dog to sit on a table.
The incident, captured in a viral image posted on Reddit, drew swift criticism from the community.
Despite being dog lovers themselves, many condemned the couple's decision, citing hygiene concerns about canine presence where food is served.
In the comment section, many viewers criticized the couple, suggesting that their dog should be placed on the floor instead of sitting on the table.
One person said: I love my Dog!! But mine is a stay at home dog. And my dog is very happy... He never seems sad or depressed.
A second wrote:Love dogs. Love dogs everywhere (well most places) but they shouldn’t be on tables or benches. Floor only in public places.
While a third comment: I absolutely love dogs but that’s a bridge too far, even for me.
Someone else said: I love dogs but I don't take mine everywhere, it's nice not to actually!! I like to relax and have a meal...if I do take them on a pub walk then they lie UNDER the table,
Others echoed similar sentiments, questioning the couple's judgment in allowing their dog to occupy a dining surface. Concerns were raised not only about hygiene but also about the entitlement of pet owners to bring their animals into any public space.
While acknowledging the appeal of bringing pets along, some Reddit users proposed more hygienic alternatives, suggesting that dogs should be kept under tables or on mats to avoid disturbing other patrons.
In response to the incident, Guzman y Gomez stated that a shift leader promptly requested the couple to remove the dog from the bench and the premises.
This incident follows a trend of debates sparked by pet owners bringing animals into public eating spaces.
Recently, a video was shared on Twitter by user @syazwanOurtech, which has since been deleted, showing a man with a cat perched on his head as he entered a restaurant.
"Kesian abang ni ada benda tindih dekat dia. Bulan puasa kot. Macam mana boleh terlepas ni". Its means: "Poor guy, he has something sitting on his shoulder. And on top of that, it's a month of fasting. How could this have been missed?"
The tweet's caption expressed concern for the man and the cat during the fasting month of Ramadan.
As the man entered the restaurant with a cat perched on his shoulder, he immediately caught the attention of everyone around.
While some people found the sight amusing, others expressed concerns over the potential hygiene issues that could arise if the cat's fur and feathers were to get onto the food served in the restaurant.
