As seal pupping comes to an end on May 15, another type of pup has been banned from the Children’s pool — canines. In an effort to prevent conflicts between dogs and harbor seals, the San Diego City Council voted 6-0 on May 2 to ban dogs from not only the Children’s Pool but also the areas surrounding it. This ban excludes service dogs and canines “working” for the city or police. This ban was first proposed at a special council meeting on May 17, 2010, and it still requires another vote before it becomes law. The existing rule states dogs are banned from the beach, including the stairs to the beach, only during the hours of 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. The rope at the Children’s Pool, meant to separate humans and seals, who have used the beach since the 1990s, is set to come down when pupping season ends. This season beach access advocates were often found setting up chairs and swimming in the roped-off area.