Slartibartfast totallly agree with you, unless you walk the area a lot many will not have experienced what you and I have. If only all the dogs were behind gates!!! A lot just roam about, strays or pets that have been allowed out or escaped. If you are lucky they just go for your shopping, if you're not, they'll go for you. Not so bad in summer as lots more people about and the owners take more care, but in Winter, trust me if you go walking out in the more quieter parts of Ovacık, you never know what you might meet on 4 legs!
The ones behind gates can still scare you but atleast you suss where they are and try and deviate your route.
I used to live in Ovacık and it is a beautiful area and perfect if you are a keen walker. But this is somewhat marred by all dogs roaming free.
And I am an absolute dog lover by the way.