Protection from dogs
fleetzz
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What will protect us from a pack of dogs while out running? (friend attacked by 3 pit bulls on morning jog).
Stun Guns? Pepper Spray? Loud noise? What works?
Stun Guns? Pepper Spray? Loud noise? What works?
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3 pit bulls?
357 magnum and at least 4-500 rounds of range practice until your grouping is real tight. With only 5 shots, you don't have a lot of margin for error.
Of course, you could go with something like a .45 or 10mm, but wheels are a little more reliable.
For a non-lethal solution on unknown-if-aggressive dogs, they make mace specifically for dogs.0 -
I'd be informing somebody in authority. Dogs (of any kind) shouldn't be allowed to roam free around the streets attacking people. I'm not having a go at pitbulls before anyone suggests it. For me jack russles are far more terrifying lol.
Bloody hate dogs, always have but it isn't their fault they behave why they do. The owners need putting on a lead sometimes...0 -
Authorities informed.
Not interested in a gun, would probably miss and shoot myself.
Dog mace? I will look for that.0 -
Authorities informed.
Not interested in a gun, would probably miss and shoot myself.
Dog mace? I will look for that.
Bicycle shops usually have it. They might call it 'Dog control spray.'
Expect that the irresponsible loser dog owners will be REALLY MAD that you maced their furbaby. But that's better than some dog perforating your jogging shorts and degloving your leg.0 -
I love dogs. I've done rescue and shelter work. I've trained dogs. I grew up with a pack of pit bulls that were hunting dogs.
All that said, lethal force would not be excessive if actually attacked/bitten by a pack pits while on a run.0 -
Authorities informed.
Not interested in a gun, would probably miss and shoot myself.
Dog mace? I will look for that.
Why don't you just run the other way? ... not near where the dogs roam?0 -
Report to the police and run somewhere else0
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Oh Gawd, I am a jogger and an owner of a 10pound white, fluffy, biter of joggers.
It is extremely humiliating when we are in the backyard and he dekes around the house, through the gate, and across the street to bite a jogger passing by. He's done it twice in 3 years, and I have no clue whatsoever what is going on in his brain that particular day(s). My deepest humblest apologies to the two he's tried to take a piece of and yes, I do mean it when I'm racing across our lawn yelling ""KICK HIM!!"". Or mace, if you are carrying it.
I actually have a pic of him in my profile settings - I think because he looks so harmless people don't realize he means business (little business, but business nonetheless). Not sure how I would handle a pitbull pack - I would more than likely report and run somewhere else.0 -
I'm sorry but if someone was attacked and the authorities are not doing something about it, then I would say there are other circumstances that were involved. Dog attacks aren't taken lightly, and if the dogs weren't removed then something is weird there. As another posted run in another area away from the dogs.
Side note: Love how people always blame the dogs instead of the idiots who made them that way. Pit bulls if raised right are very sweet, kind dogs. Often called nanny dogs for their nurturing demeanor around children. It's humans who treat them horrible that turn them into attack dogs.
* Edited to add that I wasn't referring to anyone here about blaming the dogs. I know that wasn't your intent, was just making a comment in general.0 -
Face the dog and confidently tell them to 'Go Home'. You would be surprised how well this works even if they are untrained dogs.
Also, for some of the other advice I will say:
NEVER turn your back to a dog, Never run from or a round a aggressive dog. This will just cause their instincts to chase and attack you. The Best thing to do, is stop, Face the dog, show it you aren't afraid of it; stand tall, dominant, and tell it to go home.
That being said, if there are dogs loose in town, the authorities should be notified if they are continually loose. Call your local Humane society, they will likely come out and pick them up. Especially if they have attacked others.
~ Been around Dogs all her life, Misbehaved dogs, strays and well trained pets.0 -
I don't agree with RUNNING away.
Dogs (all dogs) are predators. If you are bitten, you're in a bad situation. If you are bitten by two or three pits, even worse.
But DON'T RUN away. They are programmed to chase/catch/bring down. If you aren't prepared or aren't inclined to use physical or chemical force - stand up to them and be as confident as possible, face them, and use your physical size and confidence to "call them off."
Running from them will make it far, far worse.0 -
Friend knows what to do when confronted by a dog. The three pitbulls didn't know that they weren't supposed to attack and didn't respond appropriately.
I don't plan on running in same area. Just want to be prepared in the off chance this happens to me.0 -
Beef Jerky. Just toss it and they leave you alone.What will protect us from a pack of dogs while out running? (friend attacked by 3 pit bulls on morning jog).
Stun Guns? Pepper Spray? Loud noise? What works?
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Sorry, dogs have a great sense of smell. It would only attract them.
Beef Jerky. Just toss it and they leave you alone.What will protect us from a pack of dogs while out running? (friend attacked by 3 pit bulls on morning jog).
Stun Guns? Pepper Spray? Loud noise? What works?
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I dont understand why people can not keep their dogs secure. I adopted a husky - type breed from the local shelter. When we first got him, of course...it was new. I realized that he actually would climb over our fence to get out. So guess what? We added 2 feet of lattice. Then...he climbed over that! So guess what? We built a new fence 2 ft taller. He has not got out since. I dont want my dog hit by a car, and I dont want him attacking others (though he would not attack another human, perhaps another dog)
Irresponsibility at its finest.0 -
I dont understand why people can not keep their dogs secure.
In some places, dogs are running as pack animals because their owners have long since given them up and moved on. Detroit in particular has this problem with over 50,000 running wild. Of course, over seas there are certain countries that suffer the same problem, but that's because they are less "pets" (a western thing) and simply predators like wolves or foxes.0 -
Side note: Love how people always blame the dogs instead of the idiots who made them that way. Pit bulls if raised right are very sweet, kind dogs. Often called nanny dogs for their nurturing demeanor around children. It's humans who treat them horrible that turn them into attack dogs.
* Edited to add that I wasn't referring to anyone here about blaming the dogs. I know that wasn't your intent, was just making a comment in general.
Thank you for this. The dog fighting circles have given the bully breeds a bad name, and what's worse is that a lot of fight dogs aren't even bully breeds (nor are a lot of the dogs that actually attack people, most are mixes that only vaguely resemble an actual pit bull). I found a quote by one of the more well-known dog fighting "trainers," I wish I could find it again, but it said something along the lines of "any dog can be a mean dog if you train it to be that way. It doesn't matter what breed it is."0 -
Beef Jerky. Just toss it and they leave you alone.
No. No, no, NO. That is asking for trouble. If the dog is loose and can get close enough to bite you, having treats in your pocket is only going to make the situation worse.
Stop and face the dog (as another person suggested). They might not know "go home," but odds are they will probably know "sit." Even a snarly, worked up pup that knows his basic commands is going to be caught off guard and will sit without thinking. Follow up with other commands such as "home," "down," and/or "stay." It won't always work, but taking charge and issuing commands turns the table on the dog. Most will back down.
**Even if it backs down or goes home, call Animal Control and report it. The next time it charges it might be towards a kid.*
I'm a serious dog lover. Was raised with and have raised several labs/lab mixes. I'm a strong believer that there really are no bad dogs. But there are a whole hell of a lot of STUPID people who own dogs. People who don't train, train wrong, abuse, or neglect dogs. Unfortunately those people raise problem dogs, and ultimately it is the dog who suffers.
Even if the dog goes home call animal control. If it growls or attacks call the police right then & there. (My local animal control's message even says if you are being attacked, chased, or bitten to call the police). Carry mace. Don't spray the owner even though they're the ones who deserve it. Call the police.
Never - NEVER - run.0 -
2 recommendations
1. Bear spray, can get in most god camping stores, bigger bottle and longer range spray than most self defense sprays, and in theory will cause a bear to find something else to do.
2. If you go with any spray deterrent, wear some form of eye cover, trust me on this one, but remember that even with glasses on you will still probably catch some if you have to use it.
Be safe
Cheers,
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I turn and chase them back. Has worked on every large dog I've ever had an encounter with. I was also raised and always owned German shepherds so I'm comfortable around large dogs and carry myself well around them.
Small yippie dogs are an exception to the rule but those are easy enough to field goal kick if need be. You get an extra 10 points if they are attached to a leash when you do it. No joke, a scoreboard pops out of nowhere wherever you are and lights up with a +10. Craziest **** you would ever see, you should try it.0 -
I turn and chase them back. Has worked on every large dog I've ever had an encounter with. I was also raised and always owned German shepherds so I'm comfortable around large dogs and carry myself well around them.
Small yippie dogs are an exception to the rule but those are easy enough to field goal kick if need be. You get an extra 10 points if they are attached to a leash when you do it. No joke, a scoreboard pops out of nowhere wherever you are and lights up with a +10. Craziest **** you would ever see, you should try it.
...I think you're probably the worst person I've seen on here today.0 -
Small yippie dogs are an exception to the rule but those are easy enough to field goal kick if need be. You get an extra 10 points if they are attached to a leash when you do it. No joke, a scoreboard pops out of nowhere wherever you are and lights up with a +10. Craziest **** you would ever see, you should try it.
I second ElliottTN here. I've never kicked a dog, but I've seen it done, and sure enough a scoreboard popped up, not only with flashing lights but awesome sound effects to boot.0 -
that happened to me three years ago .was running around the block in the country minding my own business and some dog decided to bite my ankle .. i had to fight that the owner take more responsibility for her dogs which she never did ..now finally that dog is gone . hard for me to even use pepper spray because im in such a zone with loud music blaring in my ears.. im not on my best alert0
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I was almost bitten by THREE different dogs today. And its not an uncommon occurrence. Two of them the owners thought it was a bright idea to leave their garage door open (with vicious dogs) while they chatted with their neighbor. Then a great dane charged across the street after me the owner left their front door open while hauling groceries.
It's only a matter of time before I get bitten. Before anyone says to go walk/jog somewhere else, Im definitely not going to change my routine because of some irresponsible pet owners. They can have fun paying my medical bills.0 -
There is a difference between attack by a single dog and from a pack of dogs. I hope it never happens but I think I am going to go look for some bear spray.0
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I'd be informing somebody in authority. Dogs (of any kind) shouldn't be allowed to roam free around the streets attacking people. I'm not having a go at pitbulls before anyone suggests it. For me jack russles are far more terrifying lol.
Bloody hate dogs, always have but it isn't their fault they behave why they do. The owners need putting on a lead sometimes...
lol imminent threat of bodily harm? yeah.. just call the cops...0 -
I turn and chase them back. Has worked on every large dog I've ever had an encounter with. I was also raised and always owned German shepherds so I'm comfortable around large dogs and carry myself well around them.
Small yippie dogs are an exception to the rule but those are easy enough to field goal kick if need be. You get an extra 10 points if they are attached to a leash when you do it. No joke, a scoreboard pops out of nowhere wherever you are and lights up with a +10. Craziest **** you would ever see, you should try it.
...I think you're probably the worst person I've seen on here today.
(Makes a little space on my award shelf for today's success)0 -
Not a gun unless you are a skilled shot
not mace as the wind can blow it into your eyes
a stun gun is good but you have to make contact to use it, and you may get bit in the process of making contact
I've had success screaming "NO! Bad dog!!" before while running toward the dog/lunging at it and dog ran away. Another time I kicked a large dog in the throat but it was running up on my then infant twins and I wasn't going to allow that.0 -
I now know where the aggressive dogs are on my road route and stop for a large stick when I'm nearing their homes. I will not hesitate to whack them if needed. There's two little ones that team up- one comes up in front and the other gets low behind trying for heels. I'm now to the point of getting pepper spray although I do question if it will work. A friend of mine had troubles with her neighbors dog and macing it never slowed it down. Her husband finally went and shot it after the owners refused to be responsible.0
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