They did. I know the dogs, as a frequent visitor. One of them is just unstable, and actually growls at you while she begs to be petted at your feet. I pet her a lot, and she knows me well enough to not actually bite me. The other dog is her son, and he's just frightened, but also knows me from my constant petting when he's in reach.

My love of dogs enabled them to trust me enough to follow me into the house, where I was able to secure them while on the phone with the homeowner.

It's weird petting a dog resting it's head trustingly on your lap, and growling the whole time. Makes my heart hurt.