[BrianL99]

Originally Posted by fdpaq0580

I have had a number of dogs over the course of my life? I noticed that they did not like loud noises, thunder, sirens, fireworks, auto backfires, people screaming or making loud noises (loud music fits that). My dogs also reacted to other stimuli as well. Children running and screaming, other animals, food smells, etc. I saw how my dogs reacted in large, noisy gatherings and they would get over stimulated and want to play, trying to run around and jump and chase and bark. Not always a good scenario, especially with big dogs. My dogs were better off at home, in their own territory, stable and comfortable, with food and water as needed.
So, yes, I make this up in my head (as opposed to pulling out of my a--, like some) after careful observation and consideration.
Guess we will just have to agree to disagree on this one.
But, I do agree with you that some people have no clue, but I don't think we would agree on who those people might be.

As most folks will acknowledge, a dog's behavior is usually a result of its owner's influence and training ... or lack of.