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MrBaklava
Never been there, but i'm italian and multiple people have told me how there are many stray dogs in that area. I don't think there's any need to worry, but consider bringing some protective equipment with you that you feel comfortable with.
Some generic info translated from the Sicily divide page:
The advice when you spot a stray dog is to slow down, get off the bike and walk with the bike between you and him without ever looking at him. He will bark and get angry but don't look at him. Exit his zone by walking slowly and he will stop when he reaches the border of his zone. Then jump on the saddle and set off again. This is my method: is it foolproof? No. But it's pretty safe. There are those who carry pepper spray or other things with them, I don't know them so I can't comment. But in any case, pay attention, especially when you pass near a flock which takes a moment to find the sheperd dog lurking.