Picked up the phone and did it.

And I have sworn off pepsi, too.

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I understand the idea that the dog may have been scared, but I was a little concerned about getting mauled.

I am kinda amazed that I stood my ground and kept cool. My main 'scare' was the dog grabbing my arms or hands and not being able to defend myself.
I'd give him a leg and would have tried to throttle him while he was busy.