I attempted to visit this establishment on 9/22/16. After spending 3 hours in the car with my one and a half year old American Bulldog, we were relieved to finally arrive at our destination. As soon as my pup and I exited the vehicle, we were screamed at by whom I assume is the owner of the establishment. Upon facing this burly, overwhelming woman with a tattoo similar to Mike Tyson, and explaining how long we had been in the car. She continued to shout it was private property, so I crossed the street to avoid confrontation. She informed me through continuous screaming that it was also private property. It's a Reservation, we get it. She doesn't own the entire Tonowanda Reserve. She then proceeded to threaten to SHOOT me and my dog. Calling me all sorts of names, cursing. She brandished no weapon so I did not take the threat seriously. After my pup finished urinating I loaded him back up and we drove to another establishment. I told the clerks about my encounter at Higher Ground. They informed me that she endows added revenue upon them from all the customers she either disrespects, or scares off. It works out well for them, we all laughed it off. Honestly, I was in shock over it. Now, hours later as the day has wound down, I continue to be appalled by her behavior; all over a well trained, and leashed dog. Please, I recommend that if you are ever in the area, just keep driving. It's not worth the drama, unless you like Jerry Springer. read more
