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Dog Owner Schemes To Lure Fish Away From Boomers’ Fishing Zone After They Mess Up The Dog Pond
They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but what about teaching old fishermen a new lesson? When grumpy anglers try to claim the dog pond as their own personal fishing spot, turning your peaceful outing with your pooch into a territorial battle, it’s time to get creative.
And this is exactly what one Redditor did when 3 cranky fishermen threatened his furry friend at the dog pond. He came up with a clever plan that involved turning into a gourmet chef for fish.
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Man takes his pooch to the dog pond but gets in a verbal altercation with 3 angry fisherman who fill the place with hooks, making him come up with a revenge plan
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The man and his dog have been going to the same park for 5 years and never had an issue until one day, when the fisherman told the man his dog can’t swim there
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One of the fishermen threatens to “hook” his dog, turning into a heated altercation between them
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The next morning, the man finds the slopes leading to the pond full of thousands of fishhooks, and calls the municipality to remove them
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“Every night I spend half an hour prepping the best food these fish have ever eaten”: the man starts feeding the fish gourmet food, hoping to lure them away from the fishermen’s spot
The OP, a guy who we’ll just call Jack, is a dog owner with a love for animals and a serious knack for gourmet fish cuisine. Jack has been taking his pooch to a park with a dedicated dog pond for 5 years and had never had an issue. This place is the perfect spot for any doggo to have some splish-splash fun.
Jack’s dog, however, is a bit of a scaredy-cat, so he needs a gentle slope to ease into the water, and luckily, there are two slopes at the pond, one on each side.
The duo have always shared the pond with a group of elderly fishermen, who never caused any trouble. That is, until one day. As they always did on sunny days, Jack and his dog went to the pond so the pooch could take a quick dip. Suddenly, one of the fishermen decided to stir the pot, shouting at our Jack, insisting that they can’t use the pond because they’re fishing.
This sparked a verbal altercation between Jack and the elderly gentleman, that escalated to threats of hooking the poor pooch and sinking a really cool GPS boat. Jack quickly deescalated the situation and headed home, laughing it off as a classic case of “boomers with attitude.”
When tempers heat up, it can be tough to keep a situation from spiraling out of control. Luckily, Jack managed to cool things down before they went too far. To prevent conflicts from escalating, it’s helpful to stay calm and composed, even if the other person is not.
Experts say that “Emotions are contagious. When we encounter someone who is experiencing stress, we pick up on their stress. The same is true for other emotions, including anger, which is why we might feed off of someone else’s anger, causing a conflict to escalate further.”
Considering this, it’s a good thing that Jack went home, before the altercation went any further, allowing himself to cool down.
But the next morning, the dog pond was a minefield of fishhooks—thousands of them, both in the water and on the shore. So, Jack called the municipality, and the hooks were quickly cleaned up. However, when the police said there was nothing they could do without a report of physical threats, our protagonist decided to take matters into his own hands. He put his evil genius to work and concocted a plan as weird as it is brilliant.
With a newfound determination, Jack started studying the habits of fish and their diets, becoming a gourmet chef for aquatic life. We’re talking germinating corn, soaking tiger nuts in tuna extract, and crafting caramel vanilla salmon worm balls with the precision of a Michelin-starred chef.
What was his goal, you ask? Well, he wanted to create irresistible feeding grounds for fish all over the park, except at the angry fishermen’s spot. Those fish for sure eat better than some people.
For ten days, the feast continued, and Jack was spending half an hour each night preparing these fishy delights, hoping to lure the fish away from the old men’s favorite spot. While Jack was really enjoying his little fishy sabotage, his girlfriend was not too thrilled. She pointed out that all this effort could be directed towards something more productive. But Jack was not planning on backing down.
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Fishing can be a relaxing way to spend time, but when grumpy fishermen start turning dog ponds into warzones, the environmental impact isn’t just on the fish. Improper fishing practices, like littering hooks everywhere, can turn a peaceful park into a minefield for both fish and furry friends.
Responsible fishing means respecting the environment and all its inhabitants, whether they’re swimming in the pond or wagging their tails by the shore. Sometimes, fish are not the only ones suffering, as some birds that dive into the water for food can get caught or hurt by leftover fishing gear, such as hooks.
Environmentalists say that “Some kinds of fishing gear can be even more destructive when they become lost or forgotten in the water because they continue to catch animals, a phenomenon known as ‘ghost fishing’. This is particularly wasteful and destructive because the gear can ensnare tons of animals that aren’t being harvested or used in any way. Fishing piers can be sites of ghost fishing as lures and lines become wrapped around pilings, where animals swimming by become trapped.”
We can all enjoy our hobbies, whether it’s fishing or anything else, but we should do it responsibly. Considering the impact our actions have on others and on the environment is basically just common sense. So, next time you’re casting a line, remember—keeping it clean and green keeps everyone happy, even the fish!
What did you think of this story? Was Jack the A-hole for trying to lure the fish away from the dog pond? Let us know in the comment section.
Netizens say the man is not a jerk for luring the fish away, as the fishing spot is the only area in the park with “allowed to unleash” signs
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LakotaWolf (she/her) 4 months ago
If someone purposefully fish-hook-caltropped an area MEANT for dogs, I’d go scorched earth on them. I’d EMP their fancy-pants tech boat. Exaggerated joking aside, people who salt fish-hooks in an area intended for use by dogs are despicable. And aside from the doggos, those hooks could hurt PEOPLE too - if a dog owner crouched/kneeled down or sat down at the shoreline of the dog pond. Booby-trapping is illegal (in the US, at least) and is a misdemeanor. If a person gets hurt, I believe it becomes a felony. It’s too bad that OP didn’t “accidentally” get one or two of those hooks into their hand or leg before they called to report the hooks. (Yes, I’d absolutely fish-hook myself if I could reliably prove who did the booby-trapping. People who are willing to hurt pets are abhorrent.)
Vinnie 4 months ago
That part horrified me. They were willing to endanger dogs and people. The OP's revenge is much nicer.
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TribbleThinking 4 months ago
You're my kind of human. It's a delight to read each paragraph of fishy knowledge, and even more so on the eventualities and precautions you've considered under the excellent tutelage of your mentor. May your journey through life be as delightfully filled with care, curiosity and appreciation as has been in this fishy excursion. Thank you, it's been a privilege to meet you. 🙂
FreeTheUnicorn 4 months ago
It's 30 m across and they are in a boat?!? Also, don't eat anything that lives in water next to a dog park. Those men are dumber than the fish.
Lee Gilliland 4 months ago
These people are dangerous. Not only can they hurt your dog, but I'm willing to bet there are kids around, too. Having had to de-fishook my kid more than once, this needs to be reported to the police. You got pet AND child endangerment all in one big package.
Limey 4 months ago
I am sick of this “boomer” c**p. There have always have been and unfortunately always will be, unpleasant entitled people. In ALL generations. There are many “boomers “ who are kind and pleasant and enjoy the company of younger people. Please stop this. You wouldn’t be able to single out an ethnicity or a gender like this, so quit with the ageism for heavens sake.
CC Silverwolf 4 months ago
Idk how applicable it is out of the states but... https://www.iflscience.com/how-lead-poisoning-changed-the-personality-of-a-generation-60322 No. Boomers are a unique bad. Not their fault necessarily, but they sure f**k life up for everyone else.l and themselves.
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Cee Cee 4 months ago
One of my dogs Mad Max was sniffing in the weeds up on the bank by the local lake near a designated fishing spot. Squealed and came to me. Barbed fish hook plus some line went through his top lip. Thankfully I was able to get it out relatively easily. Discarded tackle is dangerous to wildlife and dogs. I have never agreed that fishing for leisure a good thing. Poor fish.
Inglourioustmnt 4 months ago
Boomers threatening me and my dog. Id have called their bluff and got physical on the spot
Shadow 4 months ago (edited)
Next time you see the angry men, just stop for a minute and ask "how're they biting today boys?" Then, trust me on this, wiggle your fingers, only one hand needed towards the water. Then smile slightly. Shake your head sadly and sigh with a slight smile and walk away. It's important to connect the lack of fish biting with your hard work, which btw brava!! They will leave you alone! Professional witch from Southern New England here. Completely harmless! And you don't have to be a magical person, or practice. Stupid, fearful haters are easy to mess with. Terrible what they did with the hooks. A little mind Fk is well deserved.
Shaun Melissa 4 months ago
Yeah but then they can and will target the dog in cruel revenge
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J Michael Lenninger 4 months ago
I love this guy! He also could tie some cherry bombs to rocks, light them, and thrown them close to the shore where those dudes fish. That should scare awaynthe fish.
Schmebulock 4 months ago
Sounds really stupid and his revenge is a waste of time and money. He's just fattening up the fish for them to catch later. Go back when they are there with pepper spray (for protection) and start throwing rocks in the water while they fish.
Pandaodboredem22 4 months ago
Don't get me wrong, the fishermen are A holes all around. But OP needs professional help. They're so obsessed that they're spending money and time daily. These fishermen are living rent free in OP's head.
DMS Surveys 4 months ago
To be fair neither are behaving in a stellar manner. The OP was willing to escalate the argument until the fishermen one upped beyond where was willing to go. How long they would have continued had the fishers not moved so quickly is unknown. The spreading of fish hooks or any other form of potentially dangerous debris was completely uncalled for and likely prosecutable if proven. Kids, adults, animals... doesn't matter someone/thing could have been injured. It is unlikely that all of the hooks were removed, so a hazard likely remains. Baiting the fish...kind of funny and if continued will likely lead to bigger, more desirable fish. So it might bring more fisher folk rather than deterring the current group. I like to fish. If it were me, I would move to a different spot when the dog arrives. I can't imagine a dog swimming would enhance the fishing in the moment. Getting, or threatening violence against the dog or the owner(s) isn't a good idea and could end badly for a fellow.
Elvira394 4 months ago (edited)
I just wish OP didn't ascribe this to "boomers". Man, there are plenty of good ones out there, let's not put them all in the same wheelbarrow. But yes, "boomer individuals" who did this to you, are a-holes. Your revenge is petty, does not harm anyone, and costs you more than it does anyone else. So go for it. And while I'm on the topic, can I make a vote for a new PC language contribution? We have the pronouns, covered. We have the "unaliving" to take away the reality of death. Can we please now also add "X-Individuals", to references about any demographic? Boomer-individuals who.... Christian-individuals who... Muslim-individuals who... Gay-individuals who.... Racist-individuals who.... You get the drift. We need better to remember that all people, whether good or scum, are individuals not representative of a demographic.
CC Silverwolf 4 months ago
https://www.iflscience.com/how-lead-poisoning-changed-the-personality-of-a-generation-60322 I'm sorry your generation sucks. Please consider therapy, and making the world a better place, rather than lashing out, and you won't be called a boomer so much.
Load More Replies... Otto Katz 4 months ago
This story sounds like so much bs. So many stories on reddit are writing exercises, I think this one is another.
Anonymous 4 months ago
Wouldn't the writing be good if that were the case?
Load More Replies... Chad Helms 4 months ago (edited)
First of all…..almost NO ONE values carp, especially to eat. Second…you can’t “lure away” fish to another area very long. They are going to where the food is at a given moment. I find it hysterical that you think like this. Third…….I’m guessing the dog owner here is a , anti hunt/fish person who thinks food comes from “THE STORE”. 😂😂 ………the kind of guy that would be dead in two days without electricity.
Royal Stray 4 months ago
I think he's anti the type of fishing where you keep throwing the fish back, or fish for inedible fish. Not the type of fishing where you take it home and eat it
Load More Replies... LuckyTanuki 4 months ago
This dude lost all credibility with his story when he 1 called people boomer, like seriously the word is overused and lost all meaning. Get creative with your insults. And 2 when he tried to claim fishing is bad because "fish feel pain" (which they don't) and "the mortality rate of catch and release fish is high" (which it isn't). Dude is clearly a young stupid moron who wants to appear smarter than he is. Saying this as someome who is probably in his age range myself so I'm not a "disgruntled old boomer" to put it into his type of words.
JayWantsACat 4 months ago
"Baby boomers are people born between 1946 and 1964, making them between 58 and 76 years old as of 2022. "
Load More Replies... LakotaWolf (she/her) 4 months ago
If someone purposefully fish-hook-caltropped an area MEANT for dogs, I’d go scorched earth on them. I’d EMP their fancy-pants tech boat. Exaggerated joking aside, people who salt fish-hooks in an area intended for use by dogs are despicable. And aside from the doggos, those hooks could hurt PEOPLE too - if a dog owner crouched/kneeled down or sat down at the shoreline of the dog pond. Booby-trapping is illegal (in the US, at least) and is a misdemeanor. If a person gets hurt, I believe it becomes a felony. It’s too bad that OP didn’t “accidentally” get one or two of those hooks into their hand or leg before they called to report the hooks. (Yes, I’d absolutely fish-hook myself if I could reliably prove who did the booby-trapping. People who are willing to hurt pets are abhorrent.)
Vinnie 4 months ago
That part horrified me. They were willing to endanger dogs and people. The OP's revenge is much nicer.
Load More Replies... TribbleThinking 4 months ago
You're my kind of human. It's a delight to read each paragraph of fishy knowledge, and even more so on the eventualities and precautions you've considered under the excellent tutelage of your mentor. May your journey through life be as delightfully filled with care, curiosity and appreciation as has been in this fishy excursion. Thank you, it's been a privilege to meet you. 🙂
FreeTheUnicorn 4 months ago
It's 30 m across and they are in a boat?!? Also, don't eat anything that lives in water next to a dog park. Those men are dumber than the fish.
Lee Gilliland 4 months ago
These people are dangerous. Not only can they hurt your dog, but I'm willing to bet there are kids around, too. Having had to de-fishook my kid more than once, this needs to be reported to the police. You got pet AND child endangerment all in one big package.
Limey 4 months ago
I am sick of this “boomer” c**p. There have always have been and unfortunately always will be, unpleasant entitled people. In ALL generations. There are many “boomers “ who are kind and pleasant and enjoy the company of younger people. Please stop this. You wouldn’t be able to single out an ethnicity or a gender like this, so quit with the ageism for heavens sake.
CC Silverwolf 4 months ago
Idk how applicable it is out of the states but... https://www.iflscience.com/how-lead-poisoning-changed-the-personality-of-a-generation-60322 No. Boomers are a unique bad. Not their fault necessarily, but they sure f**k life up for everyone else.l and themselves.
Load More Replies... Cee Cee 4 months ago
One of my dogs Mad Max was sniffing in the weeds up on the bank by the local lake near a designated fishing spot. Squealed and came to me. Barbed fish hook plus some line went through his top lip. Thankfully I was able to get it out relatively easily. Discarded tackle is dangerous to wildlife and dogs. I have never agreed that fishing for leisure a good thing. Poor fish.
Inglourioustmnt 4 months ago
Boomers threatening me and my dog. Id have called their bluff and got physical on the spot
Shadow 4 months ago (edited)
Next time you see the angry men, just stop for a minute and ask "how're they biting today boys?" Then, trust me on this, wiggle your fingers, only one hand needed towards the water. Then smile slightly. Shake your head sadly and sigh with a slight smile and walk away. It's important to connect the lack of fish biting with your hard work, which btw brava!! They will leave you alone! Professional witch from Southern New England here. Completely harmless! And you don't have to be a magical person, or practice. Stupid, fearful haters are easy to mess with. Terrible what they did with the hooks. A little mind Fk is well deserved.
Shaun Melissa 4 months ago
Yeah but then they can and will target the dog in cruel revenge
Load More Replies... J Michael Lenninger 4 months ago
I love this guy! He also could tie some cherry bombs to rocks, light them, and thrown them close to the shore where those dudes fish. That should scare awaynthe fish.
Schmebulock 4 months ago
Sounds really stupid and his revenge is a waste of time and money. He's just fattening up the fish for them to catch later. Go back when they are there with pepper spray (for protection) and start throwing rocks in the water while they fish.
Pandaodboredem22 4 months ago
Don't get me wrong, the fishermen are A holes all around. But OP needs professional help. They're so obsessed that they're spending money and time daily. These fishermen are living rent free in OP's head.
DMS Surveys 4 months ago
To be fair neither are behaving in a stellar manner. The OP was willing to escalate the argument until the fishermen one upped beyond where was willing to go. How long they would have continued had the fishers not moved so quickly is unknown. The spreading of fish hooks or any other form of potentially dangerous debris was completely uncalled for and likely prosecutable if proven. Kids, adults, animals... doesn't matter someone/thing could have been injured. It is unlikely that all of the hooks were removed, so a hazard likely remains. Baiting the fish...kind of funny and if continued will likely lead to bigger, more desirable fish. So it might bring more fisher folk rather than deterring the current group. I like to fish. If it were me, I would move to a different spot when the dog arrives. I can't imagine a dog swimming would enhance the fishing in the moment. Getting, or threatening violence against the dog or the owner(s) isn't a good idea and could end badly for a fellow.
Elvira394 4 months ago (edited)
I just wish OP didn't ascribe this to "boomers". Man, there are plenty of good ones out there, let's not put them all in the same wheelbarrow. But yes, "boomer individuals" who did this to you, are a-holes. Your revenge is petty, does not harm anyone, and costs you more than it does anyone else. So go for it. And while I'm on the topic, can I make a vote for a new PC language contribution? We have the pronouns, covered. We have the "unaliving" to take away the reality of death. Can we please now also add "X-Individuals", to references about any demographic? Boomer-individuals who.... Christian-individuals who... Muslim-individuals who... Gay-individuals who.... Racist-individuals who.... You get the drift. We need better to remember that all people, whether good or scum, are individuals not representative of a demographic.
CC Silverwolf 4 months ago
https://www.iflscience.com/how-lead-poisoning-changed-the-personality-of-a-generation-60322 I'm sorry your generation sucks. Please consider therapy, and making the world a better place, rather than lashing out, and you won't be called a boomer so much.
Load More Replies... Otto Katz 4 months ago
This story sounds like so much bs. So many stories on reddit are writing exercises, I think this one is another.
Anonymous 4 months ago
Wouldn't the writing be good if that were the case?
Load More Replies... Chad Helms 4 months ago (edited)
First of all…..almost NO ONE values carp, especially to eat. Second…you can’t “lure away” fish to another area very long. They are going to where the food is at a given moment. I find it hysterical that you think like this. Third…….I’m guessing the dog owner here is a , anti hunt/fish person who thinks food comes from “THE STORE”. 😂😂 ………the kind of guy that would be dead in two days without electricity.
Royal Stray 4 months ago
I think he's anti the type of fishing where you keep throwing the fish back, or fish for inedible fish. Not the type of fishing where you take it home and eat it
Load More Replies... LuckyTanuki 4 months ago
This dude lost all credibility with his story when he 1 called people boomer, like seriously the word is overused and lost all meaning. Get creative with your insults. And 2 when he tried to claim fishing is bad because "fish feel pain" (which they don't) and "the mortality rate of catch and release fish is high" (which it isn't). Dude is clearly a young stupid moron who wants to appear smarter than he is. Saying this as someome who is probably in his age range myself so I'm not a "disgruntled old boomer" to put it into his type of words.
JayWantsACat 4 months ago
"Baby boomers are people born between 1946 and 1964, making them between 58 and 76 years old as of 2022. "
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