Unintentionally killed by a speeding car in his neighborhood, a man was horrified to discover his dog had perished. He posted a sign in his yard alerting passing motorists to the area in an effort to avert similar tragedies. We buried our dog last week due to your refusal to slow down, the sign stated. If you hit one of my kids, your relatives might bury you.
After being posted on Reddit, the image of the placard quickly gained popularity. Many readers applauded the man for raising the issue of residential neighborhood safety. In addition, they vented their rage at the irresponsible motorists who recklessly drive through residential areas at high speeds, endangering the lives of children and animals.
On the other hand, some readers criticized the dog’s owners for not keeping their pet on a leash or in a gated yard and instead letting it roam free. They argued that it is the owners’ duty to keep their pets and children safe, not the duty of other drivers who might be speeding through residential areas.
Despite the divergent points of view, the sign served as a potent reminder of the value of defensive driving and responsible pet ownership.
