I call early and loud, the extra time calling early gives the wrong reflex walkers that extra second to get it right. And always call "thank you' as I pass. This offsets the early/loud yell that can sound sort of rude. And always look for ear buds. I wear them and it is a lot harder to hear a "passing" call.
On weekends the unleashed dogs are the bigger problem. Wrist guards greatly improve a snout smack when you get a dog chasing your ankles. Very effective & satisfying, would even be better to do it to the dog's owner.
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