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I totally disagree with allowing dogs on Go transit. The ridership will not increase. There are many people that cannot get a seat which is a problem for elderly people or people with medical conditions. There are people that are allergic to dogs or afraid of dogs. Most dogs are noisy and they bark. How do you stop them? If something happens with a dog, do they stop the train and cause more delays? It is absolutely unfair that the dog owners would not have to pay for a ticket. People that do not get a seat pay for a ticket. If I have to pay $25 per day for my go transit fare, I don't want to deal with dogs and there are many people that would agree. They don't allow dogs in most stores because it bothers customers so why would they allow them on Go trains? They don't allow dogs in most businesses. Are you allowed to take your dog to work? Many people will gather around dogs like kids and start talking about their dog. Many people will not appreciate this. What would happen if there is a failure/delay and you are stuck with dogs that need to poop. When they allowed dogs in some condos, there were many complaints. What makes anyone think that dogs on transit will behave better? Many dogs are dirty and who wants hair all over the carpeting and seats. Do you really think most dog owners are responsible? My neighbours have dogs and they are responsible but every time I walk into the back yard, I hear them barking. Please complain to GO transit before the pilot program begins.