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Question:  I am wondering if you might be so kind to shed some light on 3 questions ;

1. I live in a condo with other neighbor entry doors close by - if I answer my door and DO NOT exit my doorway, can I keep my firearm on my side visible because I am still in my home?

ANSWER:  as long as not done in a threatening manner,  therefore it might be better that the gun was kept behind you.

2. I got the impression from your book that I could take my firearm out briefly to show, say a friend for a moment or 2. What I mean in detail is; can I remove my firearm from my holster to briefly show it, in my hand? Of course common sense would prevail - not in a public place or with people nearby to cause unwanted fear. But if I took it out to show a friend and someone unaware saw me and called the police - would I have a problem? 

ANSWER:  the statute allows it, but there have been reports of folks arrested for this by stupid cops.  I therefore advise against it except within your home, on the range, or some other suitable place.

3. If a dog is actually biting me - am I legal to shoot the dog ? 

ANSWER:  maybe.  A dog bite can be pretty serious, and it would depend on the nature of the attack.  You'd probably want to shoot before it bit you if it was obviously about to attack and could so some real damage.  But, again, it depends on the dog.  I don't think you'd want to shoot a Yorkie.  Quite frankly a good kick as it approaches can do wonders -- I've done it.  Pepper spray works better than the gun in many instances, especially to prevent an attack -- which is why I often carry it when walking my dog -- plus it's cheap, and very easy to carry in any type clothing.  Remember,  it is VERY important to have a non-lethal weapon to use in many instances where deadly force would be illegal or marginal.