Runners and dogs in mtl
Runners and dogs
Hey I'd like to adress this to the huge running/jogging community of montreal.
Could we have a practice of giving some space when running towards a dog and especially from behind.
Some dogs don't react, some dogs get a jump scare and reinforces fears of people running.
Of course its the dogs owners responsibility but human heads don't swivel 360 degrees.
Its similar to how we educate children not to approach unknown dogs.
Yes reactive dogs should have a muzzle but even with a muzzle it can be jump scared and react, lung towards, etc (especially from behind). It is so common for runners to run INCHES from my dog.
So just in the interest of living in community it would be amazing if space was given if there is the possibility for both parties to do so safely.
Thanks! Hope everyone is well