I want to the hardware store, ran a couple other errands, and stopped at the gas station to grab a quick cup of coffee. Lady was with me, so she sat in the truck while I got my coffee. I leave the windows open for her, about 10" or so, so she can get air and look around, sniff, basically do what comes naturally for a dog.
When I came out, I saw someone standing next to the truck with a small child in their arms, pointing at Lady. They were about a foot from the truck, or well within Lady's reach.
Dog people know NEVER get that close to a vehicle with a dog in it with open windows. Lady's friendly, but she does turn into a guard dog when left by herself. The truck is her territory, and she will defend it.
So, I came over to the truck, went to get in, and Lady went to get out and sniff around for a minute. I mentioned to the woman that she's lucky Lady's friendly, as she was too close to the truck to have a child in her arms within Lady's reach. I offered to let the young boy say "Hi" to Lady, as Lady was being really friendly and curious about the child. I mentioned twice that it was okay, she's a friendly dog, but the minute I opened the door to the truck the woman backed away like there was a hazmat spill.
I'm confused.........You'll let your child get within reaching distance of an unattended dog, (DUMB) but when the owner comes out and offers to let you meet the dog in a controlled manner you act as if I had threatened you?
I just don't get it.
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