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Originally Posted by FryFry  I remember one time, while walking Zoey, a guy pulled up to the sidewalk in his car and asked me where I got her from? Then he asked if she was for sale. I got the creepiest vibe from this guy, and I kept Zoey close to me. I laughed and told him she was not and will never be for sale, which he responded "aw too bad, I'd pay big bucks for her" I will DEFINITELY keep a closer eye on the other persons movements from now on. |
This reminds me of a couple week ago when I was out walking my boyfriend's parents' Siberian Husky. Some guy came up to us in a park, didn't even ask if the dog was for sale, and just offered $300 dollars for him. Even after I told him he wasn't for sale he continued to follow us for a while practically begging for me to sell him. Firstly, that's just plain creepy and completely inappropriate. Secondly, who offers someone only $300 for a beautiful and beloved member of the family??! There are definitely some strange people out there. Luckily the husky was too large for someone to pick up and run off with very easily or I'm somewhat certain he would've tried! A little yorkie on the other hand...
I also have difficulty telling people no when they ask to pet my little one, but I'm getting better at it each time the situation pops up. Junie is still quite reactive towards other dogs (terrible barking and lunging at them) as well as little children so I worry he might snap at someone who approaches him the wrong way. Responsible adults with the right temperament I'll allow to pet him but I usually tell children no. I have yet to have anyone ask me to hold him though!