I'd like to think it wasn't meant to be rude - but some people are so clueless and just stupid!!! I like to think an obvious dog person would have more tact and consideration, though! It doesn't sound like she did, though.

Good for you for having the persistence to do Tri's. That's a level of multi tasking that just baffles me and I am so impressed by friends who do them. It does sound like you like the running, and I am sure that helps. (It never really caught on for me. Did 3 marathons and hated every mile!)