I've been bitten on my ankle once, that dog was picked up eventually (I've already told that story) and I gave a smaller dog a short kick to the head once and sent him off confused...I used my bike as a shield and backed up one belligerent dog who was also threatening to some kids. The owner couldn't understand why I had their animal taken away but it was not on a chain and just rn out of the yard. I told them that I do love dogs, but I can't fathom owners who can't figure out keeping their dogs at bay.
Was it all the dog's fault? They are territorial and chasing comes from not being trained to know boundaries. So yes, while I didn't care for the dog's behavior I really didn't think a lot of the owner's attitude.
Owning a pet is a responsibility, not a right.
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