The same rules for skill loss apply when a WhiteLighter's pet attacks another WhiteLighter who has a positive reputation.
A pet will auto attack another [[animals|animal]]/player of another kingdom ( or if the player/animal is nagative in [[reputaionreputation]] or is aggressive). This includes auto attacking a friend's pet (at this stage).
To stop your pet from attacking in the middle of of combat you must be leading the pet. If you are, you simply walk away and your pet will follow.