If a dog comes up to you, your first instinct might be to pet them. Of course, it’s good advice generally not to pet dogs you don’t know, but it can be tempting to reach out if they’re the ones approaching us to smell us first.
However, a dog coming up and smelling you is not necessarily an invitation for you to touch them – and not all dogs are comfortable with us doing so. Rather, it’s best to have some of the best dog treats on hand to make the dog feel more at ease.
