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In reply to the discussion: Does Everyone Else Ask Permission to Pet a Stranger's Dog? [View all]lark
(23,097 posts)30. Asking is good.
I like it when people ask, as my Aussie is pulling towards them and whining to get petted, if it's ok to pet him. Thenn I know to grab one of the rings on the leash that is closer to him so I can control him better and stop him from jumping on someone and possibly hurting them. Finley loves everyone, but not everyone loves dogs, so won't let him go up to strangers unless they ask. I give that same courtesy to others' walking their dogs, I think it's just the polite thing to do.
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I usually ask, "Is he friendly?" with a smile to let them know that I am "pet friendly".
Marie Marie
Mar 2019
#9
I don't ask, but only because I don't desire to pet strangers' dogs... if I did, I would.
RockRaven
Mar 2019
#10
I ask as its only polite plus every dog is different and not all dogs are friendly to anyone
cstanleytech
Mar 2019
#12
As the mother to 3 wonderful rescued pits - this is the perfect way to ask!
Runningdawg
Mar 2019
#31
We have adopted dogs that were strays, and both have been anxious when approached by a stranger
Bluepinky
Mar 2019
#20
I ALWAYS ask... as the dog may be a working therapy dog and they arent supposed..
samnsara
Mar 2019
#25