This is about freedom of choice for restaurant owners. If an owner wants to market to dog owners and you don't want to be around dogs then vote with your feet. If enough people stop going to these restaurants they will change their policies quickly. As for me I take my Aussie to restaurants here all the time and he is always warmly welcomed.
It should be noted that about a zillion restaurants in California already do not freak out when you sit outside and have your dog at your feet. Some go further than that: Park Bench Cafe in Huntington Beach has dog food on the menu (http://www.parkbenchcafe.com/).
It should be noted that about a zillion restaurants in California already do not freak out when you sit outside and have your dog at your feet. Some go further than that: Park Bench Cafe in Huntington Beach has dog food on the menu (http://www.parkbenchcafe.com/).