Patricia Enderby's original letter on January 15 was not calling for off-leash areas to be taken away, merely that people abide by the zones and restrictions that are currently in place.

I wholeheartedly agree.

But let's not be selfish, shall we, on either side of the topic.

One only needs to travel a few hundred metres to the left or right of Bagnalls Beach to sit in sublime "canine-free" tranquillity and enjoy the view at either Corlette or Dutchies beaches.

I agree that there could be some better signage along Bagnalls alerting people to the fact that it is our only off-leash beach on the peninsula. This would allow people to perhaps choose one of the many other options for a walk along the sand.

I have no time for irresponsible pet owners either, especially those who have no control over their dogs, but my observation as a regular on the beach is that the majority of people do the right thing.

It is indeed a privilege and a beautiful off-leash location.

I for one enjoy it as much as my dogs do and value the community spirit, conversations and friendships developed over a shared and important part of my life, my pets.

It has always been a mystery to me why people who dislike dogs would choose Bagnalls as a beach destination and then frown at every owner who walks past.

Can we please let commonsense prevail?

It is miserly to want to take something away that brings joy to so many, when with respect, there is a plethora of alternatives.

Lauren Baker

Corlette