Being nice is not always rewarding

[Benedictine]

Hi guys, I just want to share today's lesson with you.

As usual, I was riding my motorcycle trying to make a turn into a busy road, when suddenly and out of nowhere a so called mens best friend came out, and did not even tried to pursue me, but instead went straight to my leg.

Me being the good fella I am, did not wanted to kick it, so I elevated my leg and accelerated in order to avoid trouble.

Here comes the funny part, the son of a (literally and excuse me if you feel offended) b**ch jumped a whole freakin' meter and a half and bit my ankle, and ended up hanging from my trousers.

The worst part is that when it saw that its mission was accomplished, turned around and walked like nothing happened, disappearing behind a crowd of astonished pedestrians.

I don't hit animals, I hate animal cruelty, and today my principles bit me in my arse (or my ankle), I spent the next 4 to 5 hours in urgency of a third world country trying to get a anti-rabies shot, even though I went to the best one available (and of course, most expensive, I do not play with my health, specially since the horror stories I've heard about untreated dogs bites).

I thought dogs loved to chase cars and stuff, but never thought they liked to bite people just because. I've been riding for years and this is the first time a dog wanted to intentionally bite me. I'll be more careful around those little guys next time.

 

[BigFoot]

As an avid motorcyclist and an MSF instructor, you did exactly what you should have. I can't believe he still got you. I hope you are doing OK.

 

[Benedictine]

As an avid motorcyclist and an MSF instructor, you did exactly what you should have. I can't believe he still got you. I hope you are doing OK.

I'm doing alright, could've been worse. I'm glad to know that what I did was right, never gave much thought to what should I do in this kind of situations, I've learnt from my experience.

Sorry about the language Did not intend to offend.

 

[Doc4]

There is the old saying that the definition of an honourable man is someone who will do the right thing when he knows nobody is looking.


... I guess another equally good definition is someone who will do the right thing, get bit in the "arse" for it, and still not have any regrets for doing the right thing to begin with.

 

[vreddy2000]

sorr abt your encounter..but the jerking leg and trying to pull away propably excited him, he propably thought you were playing fetch using your leg..
I would have just stopped and given him the stink eye..kinda like .."yeah.. whats your beef..what do you want" look.
dogs back down generally when challanged...most of the wolf has been bred out of them..
but its an animal who's to know what might have been..
hope you feel better soon.

 

[jwcarlson]

Just think, he probably went and made mutt-love with another stray dog and there'll be another 5-6 strays when you drive through next year.

Watch your ankles!



Find it hard to believe that it is hard to get a rabies shot in Chilie... afterall, the WHO ranks them four slots ABOVE the US in healthcare.

 

[life2short1971]

I have been chased by dogs While I was on motorcycles or lawn mowers for as long as I can remember. Just somethin about them.

 

[ouch]

As an avid motorcyclist and an MSF instructor, you did exactly what you should have.

I'd just like to add that anyone who owns a bike, rides a bike, or is even considering getting a bike is out of their mind if they don't take a MSF safety course.

There is the old saying that the definition of an honourable man is someone who will do the right thing when he knows nobody is looking.

So I guess my policy of disabling the cameras doesn't meet your approval, right?

 

[imfallen_angel]

I go with the motto that animals will be animals, and dogs are way at the top of the list and I simply don't trust them, I've dealt with too many incident of dogs being nasty or untrustworthy.

The only thing worse than a dog that acts like this, is it's owner.

 

[acesn8s]

A lot of dogs like to chase motorcycles. I don't know how much time you had from when you noticed the dog and when you got bit, but I was instructed to slow down for dog and once it alters it's trajectory, speed up to get out of the way.

Hope you heal up quick.

 

[Jawaburger]

Find it hard to believe that it is hard to get a rabies shot in Chilie... afterall, the WHO ranks them four slots ABOVE the US in healthcare.

That is public health care, not private health care. I am pretty sure the US ranks at the top when it comes to cases where the consumer pays for it out of their pocket.

 

[Benedictine]

I've had dogs chasing me, but never one brave enough to go for my leg.

I went to private health care, If I had gone to public I'd still be there. Here in Chile, if you don't have money you have to wait, a lot. Public health covers most illnesses and its very good, but the waiting time is awful.

I paid around 90 usd to wait 4 to 5 hours to be treated in one of the top 3 private hospitals in the capital of Chile. Most of the waiting was due to paperwork, once I was done paying I was treated quickly.

Maybe 90 usd doesn't sound like a lot, but, according to statistics, if you lived in Chile you'd make 68.32% less money.

 

[Doc4]

So I guess my policy of disabling the cameras doesn't meet your approval, right?

I always thought you liked having hidden cameras rolling.

 

[Deltaboy]

Prayers sent. I have been bitten 2 times as a child and I still love dogs.

As Gen Lee said: " We have but one rule that we must always act as Gentleman".

 

[ImaRobot]

You're much nicer than I am. I would have gave the dog a kick.

 

[SiBurning]

You're much nicer than I am. I would have gave the dog a kick.

Never travel abroad without a pack full of raw red meat to distract the natives... Or the wildlife. (With a knick knack paddy whack...)

That reminds me. I'm going to New Jersey next week.