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Does anybody else fear dogs so much they start to freeze?

hypercolius

I'm really scared of dogs. 

In 2008, I was cycling at rather high speed for a 6-year old when this dog ran out from a corner and attacked me. This resulted in me crashing into a deep ditch and breaking one of my ribs on impact. I still have the scar. 

As a result of this, and other, experiences, I'm really scared of them, particularly since I live across the street from one dog which often also tried to attack me on more than one occassion. One time, the owner saw that and said 'Oh she doesn't like the colour of your jacket'. One time, I just opened my window and that dog was under it instantly, growling and barking. 

Yesterday, one dog was staring at me on a river path, I froze and began scrolling through emails. When the owner walked past me, they yelled at me and knocked my bag over. My disability lanyard was clearly visible. 

I'd be interested to hear if anyone else reacts this way. 

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  • I have been bitten by a dog when walking along the street. I have also had dogs jump up at me which I don't like. 

    I have worked on coping with this. If they are on a short lead then it is fine, but some people use leads which stretch a long way out and the dog is walking side to side. I watch how they are controlling the dog on approach and if I am satisfied it is ok I walk past making sure I don't look at it. If I am not sure I cross over, take another route or wait where there is plenty of room to pass. 

    Many people are understanding and some bring the dog closer. I have had the odd unhelpful incident though, like when I waited in a wide space for an owner with a dog on a long lead and the owner shouted at me. There are many responsible dog owners, but I wish those who are not confident in controlling their dogs would get help to learn how to.

  • in reply to Homebird

    There's one which lives right across the street from me. I freeze every time that door opens

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