People do this all the time to me, because I'm young (24 but I look 16/17) so I've had to develop a thick skin and put my foot down. I don't mind people petting her, but Suzy is so enthusiastic and loves everyone and wants to jump into their arms. I'm now telling people that I'm training her to behave herself when she meets new people so please don't fuss.
I had a lady offer to mind Suzy for me when I went to vote last week (I'm in Australia, too) and she was completely serious! I laughed and said "um, no way!" and she looked offended. Honestly, some people just have no tact and they get quite cranky when you say no. |