I love dogs but.........

Living in Boston very seldom see a dog running free. I have noticed though when I am out running if a dog is free and I am running they will chase after me but if I see a free dog and slow down to a walk they ignore me. Is this normal behavior for dogs?

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bijouxbroussard · F Best Comment

Yes, it is. One of the first things told to someone with a fear of dogs is, don’t [b]run[/b]. They will either see it an invitation to play, or it will prompt their hunting instincts, and they will give chase.