Thank you Mark. I thought it was a Long-tailed Blue because some have been seen down south. I will make corrections.

Hi As I was leaving the allotment I saw a unusual butterfly I thought it was a Common Blue at first. It landed in front of me and when I looked closer I saw that it was a Long-tailed Blue. I was stunned and madeup all at the sane time. I had my camera with me and got some shots. The butterfly was se...

[quote][/Take some dog treats with you. Say a firm 'sit!' to the offending pooch. Throw dog treat away from you and run away.]
Good advice but Never run away because the dog will just chase you walk away and keep an eye on the dog.

I am a keen lepidopterist and a dog owner (Japanese Akita) I understand your concern about unruly dog's and there owners. I take my dog everywhere I go and always keep him under control and have had no problems. So please remember Not all dog owners are bad. PS here is a photo I took of some butterf...