What Do You Think?

[jmfargo]

I've decided to join up on a site that theoretically pays you to write "How To" articles.

Please take a quick look at my first How To: How to Approach a Stranger's Dog

I would love to hear any feedback you may have, and would appreciate all the eyes on the article that I could get.

Thanks!

Comments

[wookiemonster.livejournal.com]

Not bad, but I would add two things... 1. Don't give a nice, toothy smile. To the dog, this is barring your teeth, which is a threat gesture. 2. Try not to tower over the dog. Bend down in front of the dog's face. Towering over is another threat that can be taken by the dog as a challenger for dominance.

[padiwack.livejournal.com]

Done! :-)

[scouts-angel.livejournal.com]

Saw you on Ferrett's journal!!! love the article since I have a shiba... the only thing I would add is that some dogs have trouble with very young children since their behavior is more unpredictable and to try and keep your child away from dogs like mine. The tibetan spaniel is normal and doesn't mind being petted by anybody. Japanese dogs that are more feral like the shiba, akita and I would also include chow chows, etc - are very fear-aggressive/defensive. Want to add each other?