"Dogman" wrote in message
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On Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:18:09 -0400, "Paul E. Schoen"
wrote:

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Last Saturday we attended Dogfest at the Timonium Fair Grounds and as we
were leaving the ticket area and I wasn't paying close attention,
apparently
Muttley nipped at a young yellow Lab, causing him to yelp. I immediately
gave Muttley a correction and he sat down and looked at me.

Hmmmm. Let me guess. You had him on that long leash you normally use?

Just a standard 6 ft leash, and a harness.


My feeling is that Muttley is just not very playful and would rather be
left
alone by other dogs

So what does that tell you should, or shouldn't, be doing?

I could choose to limit his socialization, but I think it is healthier to
encourage him to interact with other dogs. I may need to be more observant
when there are lots of strange dogs present. As with many situations, one
may either avoid something or deal with it. Avoidance is probably what
Victoria Stilwell would recommend, but I think Muttley's life, and mine,
would be richer if we continue to socialize as much as possible.

Paul and Muttley