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[-] FiskFisk33@startrek.website 73 points 1 week ago

Just dont pet other peoples dogs without their consent, service or not

[-] intensely_human@lemm.ee 4 points 6 days ago* (last edited 6 days ago)

I take my consent from the dog. You’re its caretaker, friend, and family. None of that means the dog’s incompetent to decide and communicate desire to be touched.

edit: I should be more clear. I ask for permission from the owner. I say “Can I say hi to your dog?”

Then I say hi by putting my hand out to smell. Then if the dog wants a pet, I’ll pet the dog.

Permission to approach from the owner, but consent to pet from the dog.

[-] FiskFisk33@startrek.website 2 points 6 days ago

I should be more clear. I ask for permission from the owner.

Much needed clarification hahah.

I'm with you 100%

this post was submitted on 22 Jun 2024
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