Originally Posted by
TuMicks
I am the big meanie in our house and don't offer $$$. The panhandlers have their own corners... I know that the woman with the battered suitcase is always going to be near the entrance to the grocery store. The guy with a walker is going to be near the entrance to Walmart... I cannot understand how these people have not heard about the available social services in town. Maybe if they were new to the area, but come-on... some of these folks are regular fixtures.
BUT, I get what you mean about the dogs. Especially if the dog looks like one I would love. (And have you ever noticed their dogs are pretty darned calm and walk on lead really nicely!) I think I'd probably have a cup or two of quality kibble in the car to give the person. Couldn't use it for beer and it might benefit the dog.
Am I being heartless? I do have a heart, I just don't want to enable.