Last night (and yes, Karen, it was dark :-) )
I took Zorro to the beach with a friend and his GSD. Zorro did not growl once, though he sniffed someone's bottom and they were frightened. It might be cos he is getter better, or the fact that we were a larger group. We crossed a poodle, and though Zorro was pulling (alot - man he is strong now!), he did not growl. Interesting hey? I will try the strategy with strangers in the street and the lack of eye contact. I think the whole neighbourhood knows me by now (and Zorro). I bet they think I am some rough *itch :-))), with the tone I need to use with ZOrro at times. The other night there were some children practicing dancing at a hall and Zorro sat and watched and growled. I did correct him but I couldnt help but laugh at his confused expression. He has never seen people dance before.