I also say it, but you know, just saying it most of the time and do it sometimes. haha

Though it's not very common but it is safe in most of Iran. there are few cities close to countries like Pakistan and Iraq that are not as safe as the rest of the Iran, but in general, Iran is a safe country.

It was like it had a home there, so when we were close to his home, he was around us but when we left for the main part of the village, he didn't follow. Yeah i think he was. haha

Thanks!