Carrie's suggestion about "setting up" a meeting with a stranger is probably a good idea, and one I should try with Honey, who has started growling and barking at strangers even when we are right there touching and talking with them. We experienced it yesterday when we took her for a walk. We were standing there talking to a friend, and when her boyfriend walked over to us, Honey went nuts. Besides being embarassing, it is a little frightening. She has never even snapped at anyone, but it does make me nervous to have her out in public. I'm going to try your trick, Carrie.