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Should You Let Strangers Pet Your Dog?
You are at the park with your adorable Mini Golden Retriever. Not surprisingly, people want to rush over and hug your beauty, bringing their own dog with them. Since you are a dog lover, you may think, “Why not?” Instead of welcoming the attention, you need to be cautious. Stranger danger is a problem for people and for dogs. Not every person with a dog is safe, and not every pet is friendly or healthy. Before you engage in or allow interactions with your pet, consider several possible issues. Safety To stay safe in the world today, you need to be wary of strangers. Although you may feel safe because you are with your furry guardian, you still should not let down your guard. Unfortunately, the best way to get through a pet owner’s defenses is to praise her fur baby. Do not allow anyone to approach you or your dog unless you are in a public area with other people around. Even then, you do not have to allow anyone to stop you and pet your animal. Don’t worry about being perceived as unfriendly. If you do not feel comfortable, do not allow any interaction. When you are approached…


