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Originally Posted by bullbreeds
Im sorry as plenty of people arent going to like my answer but thats the risk people take when they dont have control of their dogs.
You say the woman knew her dog was agressive and had it off the lead but the same aplies to you, you didnt know weather her dog was friendly or not and you still took the risk by allowing yours to run freely towards strange dogs 
I think its a lesson learned on both parts. |
Its very difficult with dogs. As a young dog you want them to socialise but the facts are it has to be a controlled environment or you need to know the other dog sufficiently to allow yours off the leash.
I sympathise with you Hutch (sorry I don't your name), my little chap at about the same age was attacked by three dogs all belonging to one owner they were off the leash, mine was on the leash. These dogs approached us.
I carry a pen and a bit of paper to take any details necessary. Its not a guarantee but hopefully the owner will sit up and take note that they have to be responsible for their dogs actions.
I would suggest until your dog will respond to recall with distractions keep him on a leash, only let him play with dogs you are familiar with or who you meet on your travels that you are happy they are friendly (be aware most people think their dogs are friendly and usually they may be but dogs are a bit like us they can take a dislike to each other).
Keep him safe and keep yourself safe too
Let us know how he is getting on and whether you get any joy from the other owner.
Sue