Back when I had a dog, she was so sweet she'd let flies attack her. However, not all owners have this peace of mind. Some dogs require a bit more personal space in public: enter the Yellow Ribbon Movement because...
You Can't Judge a Dog by its Cuteness
It's simple, some dogs love everyone and some dogs don't. The dog above may have a heart of gold... or may be Stephen King's Cujo in disguise. To prevent any unfortunate accidents, the Yellow Ribbon movement effectively notifies others about whether or not your dog is approachable...
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And All it Takes is a Yellow Ribbon!
Everyone loves a cute dog! If I saw this duo outside, I would want to pet them without a second thought. By putting a Yellow Ribbon on a leash (or on the collar), it saves stress from the owner and saves the passerby AND the dog from a potentially bad time!
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Adding to the Cause
Next time you see a dog with a Yellow Ribbon, take note to give the little guy some personal space! Just remember that a ribbon doesn't mean they're bad dogs... They just need more time to get to know you!
To learn more check out the Yellow Ribbon movement's page at the http://theyellowdogproject.com/