What's the problem? My main worry is that pooch doesn't run under my front wheel, like in the tour. That might not be very good for it... Just ride around it and carry on. Why is everyone getting so worked up? Horse riding people don't ask for cyclists to be chained up just because we often (usually) spook their horses when we meet on the road. They say hello, we say hello, we pass carefully and continue with our journey. Follow the same rule with dogs and you'll usually be fine. If it goes for you, kick it in the face, but I've never seen this happen. Mostly they just woof a lot and run alongside, just doing their duty and all.