Did not realize hiking with dogs was controversial

I got yelled at in another post about hiking with my dogs off leash. We are fortunate to have designated off leash hiking trails overseen by our local parks and rec services. People still went off about how irresponsible it is. I have two VERY high energy breeds and leashed walks would never cut it. Also can’t imagine limiting my girls to a backyard their whole lives. Is this an American thing? If anything I think society should be more dog friendly.