You had way more control than I would have had. And thank ggodness that Artie wasn't hurt, that is the main thing. Poor baby was probly shocked!!! And I wish people had better pet manners. I am quickly learning thaat some people truly don't care and some so. This is my 1st pet ever and I am appauled by the way some people let there animals act. I am trying to train Luig to not run right up to people, and not jump on them and he his doing really well. He listens to me, and if he does get excited-- I will apologize to people. I wish people would care more!!!