There are far too many dogs in UK, its an epidemic trait. Put flippers on the dog and claim its a dogfish ? If it barks then say its a seal-cross. Dogs were once bred for a real purpose, sure they're good companions, but a dog is still a dog. Attitudes and values vary worldwide on dogs as anything else does. Let me whisper in your ear.. Downunder here, Never take your dog to another persons home, its not done. Don't keep a large dog in the house ever. Aussies & Kiwi's won't visit your home, if you have a dog inside, here dogs are removed before or after you enter.. manners. Dogs are not allowed in the cities or towns, and never in any shop,illegal, always been that way. Don't let your dog, slobber or jump on a visitor, here its the height of bad manners - but Brits find it funny or cute, not here - its offensive ok. I tell new Brits this, just to let them know... And never allow your dog onto a farmers land, as you'll never see it again.