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I've found it is best just to not be scared of them. Although, I realize that is a lot easier said than done, but if you just realize that you aren't going to out run even the smallest dog it does make it a little easier.
My parents live in the mountains and there are a few people where they live that either don't have fences, or their dogs can get out of the fences. On several occasions I've tried to go for a jog or a walk and had some big dogs come running after me. I immediately stop running. I do keep my eye on the dog, but I don't to stare it down. I walk to the other side of the street and try to get out of the dog's territory. I also will talk calmly to the dog -- telling him he is a "good boy" and his owner is a moron. I'm not threatening but I'm not scared either. I also don't try petting the dog. Eventually they get bored and go back home. So far, I've never been bit.
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