My dog and a neighborhood dog do not like each other, and never have despite having had no history . When they see each other they will bark, growl and try to lunge even from a distance. I keep an eagle-eye out for the dog and its owner and always cross the street when I see it coming. I have changed my dog walking route and will not walk on the side of the road where they live. She on the other hand, doesn't seem to make the same concessions as she will suddenly come up behind us or walk close to where we are sitting outside our favorite coffee shop. Chaos ensues with the dogs barking and snarling at each other and generally causing a ruckus. When the inevitable happens this woman yells at me and tells me that my 'dog is dangerous'and should not be 'allowed out in public'. Normally I do not say anything but today I let her have it and tbh it kind of ruined my day.
Besides doing what I do, I really don't know what else I could do except moving, and I'm not going to do that.
My dog is generally very good natured but he is reactive to some dogs, as the other dog seems to be as well.
Any suggestions as to how to handle this woman ? It is several hours later and I am still unsettled from this morning's interaction and dread seeing them again.