I'm so sorry to hear bout this but extremely glad that Monty is okay! Such a terrible experience for both of you.
This is exactly why I never believe dog owners who desperately try to convince me that their big dog (sometimes leashed, sometimes unleashed) who dashed, pulled, dart towards my little Scottie during walks, is "super friendly and just wants to play". If the dog is actually just excited to play, I'm thinking, Scottie probably weighs as much as their dog's paw, and one side swipe, he'd be flying across the street. I just tell them my dog is not friendly and walk away. You can never be too careful with larger dogs.
Honestly, every dog owner who has tried to convince me that their dog is friendly looks like they have no idea how untrained their dog is. Those who are more aware, know to keep a distance or at least ask if it's okay for the dogs to say 'hello'.
If it's not too far for you, try to go to the next Ball & Biscuit small dog meetup in April. I've been there over 5 or 6 times now and each time it's very safe and fun.
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