I was in a place that had two compounds. One had dogs, the other didn't. Both compounds had similar houses, in a rural setting. A dog came at me, seemingly harmless. Then it attacked me, and I grabbed it's mouth wide open while shouting for help.
Dreaming about dogs can symbolize companionship, loyalty, and love. The two compounds in the dream may represent separate aspects of your life or choices you need to make. The dog in the dream might represent a situation or person that initially seems harmless but later becomes aggressive or unexpected.
Grabbing the dog's mouth wide open can represent a desire to take control of a situation or to assert dominance. Shouting for help suggests that you may feel overwhelmed or in need of assistance in dealing with this situation.
Overall, this dream may indicate a need for you to be more cautious in your interactions and relationships, despite any initial impressions you may have. It might also be a sign that you need to take charge and assert yourself more in challenging situations.