Actually that makes perfect sense, thanks Devan. I do the same thing with Ginger, sort of. If we are in an area where I can let her off lead I tell the child that she won't let them pet her, but she would love it if they would throw the ball for her. That usually makes them happy. But maybe this just doesn't happen often or consistently enough to have her change her attitude toward children. I guess we will just have to spend more time at the park this spring, that will make her very sad .