Antrim Castle Gardens — Attraction in Northern Ireland

Unacceptable Experience - Dog Owner Aggression

I'm writing this review to warn others about a disturbing incident that occurred at Antrim Castle Gardens at 06 April at 8am with my 10-year-old autistic son. We visited the area, and my son, who has a fear of dogs, became distressed when a dog approached him off-leash.

As my son screamed and I tried to comfort him, holding him close to keep him safe, the dog owner pushed me to the ground. This was unacceptable and traumatic for both my son and me.

Be aware of off-leash dogs in the area. If you have children or pets with fears, exercise extreme caution. Consider reporting incidents to the establishment or local authorities.

I hope this review prompts Antrim Castle Gardens and Antrim council to take steps to ensure visitor safety, particularly for those with disabilities or fears.

My rating reflects the unacceptable behavior of the dog owner and the lack of support from the...

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