Heather: It's wonderful that you were able to be kind to John by helping him. For your information, it is best to ask the owner if you can pet their service dog. As a dog person myself, I can understand that your desire to pet Nero was a natural impulse. From my perspective, John demonstrated kindness to you by not saying anything about Nero being petted without permission. I share the above in an effort to kindly educate you.
Hello Blake. Thank you for the reminder about service dogs. I agree. Perhaps I should have included in the post that I did ask for permission first. John's dog wasn't wearing a service dog 'jacket', but it was clear that he was serving in that capacity. Always better to ask first. 💚
Heather: It's wonderful that you were able to be kind to John by helping him. For your information, it is best to ask the owner if you can pet their service dog. As a dog person myself, I can understand that your desire to pet Nero was a natural impulse. From my perspective, John demonstrated kindness to you by not saying anything about Nero being petted without permission. I share the above in an effort to kindly educate you.
Hello Blake. Thank you for the reminder about service dogs. I agree. Perhaps I should have included in the post that I did ask for permission first. John's dog wasn't wearing a service dog 'jacket', but it was clear that he was serving in that capacity. Always better to ask first. 💚