Animals are surprisingly very present in the city of Paris. I guess I'm used to DC, where pets are scarce since the city is more of a work environment than a residential one. But here they are everywhere.
Dogs are so well-behaved here. A lot of the time, owners don't have them on leashes. But as terrifying as that would be to my little sister, they really aren't necessary. The dogs are well trained and don't pay any attention to those that pass them by. They stay by their owners' sides without any issue. It's really kind of amazing.
You also see dogs in public places, like on the metro or even in restaurants. Again, this is a strange phenomenon for someone from America, where animals are strictly forbidden in places such as these. Most of the time you never even notice them, though.
I'd have to say, the only downside for so many dogs on the streets of Paris is the mess they leave behind. There isn't grass along the sidewalks for dogs to use. And Parisian dog owners aren't the best at cleaning up after their pets. When walking down the street, make sure you watch where you step...
A bientot!
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