What weapons are best protection against dog attack?

Question

Cyclists and ramblers would expect to get attacked ocasionally in England. I have been attacked in the face by a lurcher and chased by a pack of mongrels. Recently, someone in London was set upon by three dogs and dispatched (i.e. murdered) with a meat cleaver by the owners. Accidents with Staffordshire Bull Terriers are so frequent that the breed is a thorough nuisance.

Ammonia spray, pepper spray, bleach spray, stout metal cosh. The latter two are used most often. The bleach can be used to clean the dog **** off bicycle tyres.

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When you dealing with a Dogo, you do not have the options mentioned above. They are as big as the smaller type of adults.

You are never sure with a Mastiff either. There are few cuddly dogs that are dangerous as well. Some of these will pull a human off its lead if it wants to and some of these breeds cannot be trained to be anything other than guard dogs. They can cripple you for life in a couple of seconds.

Answer 1

Here is what has been tried and worked by several people in the dog field. First of all, accept the fact that you will get bitten. Bites in the extremeties are not as severe as say, getting bitten in the face area. The severity of the bite will depend on why the dog bit you. Most dogs bite out of defense. Defensive bites are meant to drive you away, to get you to leave. They are short and violent but the bite is not as hard. Prey bites are the hardest. A dog in prey is going after food and will hold on so he does not lose a meal. You can determine which way a dog will bite you by your actions. If you are running, that's a prey bite, if you entered into dog territory, that is a defense bite. Most dogs are not comfortable biting a human and want to disengage as soon as possible. It is your action that will determine the outcome of a bite. DO NOT SIT on the ground and put your self on the same level as the dog, EVER. There is a chance that he will do more damage that way. Do not run and stimulate the dog's prey drive. Walk away slowly and as confidently as possible, SIDEWAYS to prevent a bite to a more sensitive area and to present a smaller target to the dog. With that being said, realize that some dogs will bite harder and longer if they are trained to do so. Screaming and yelling at a dog might prolong the fight drive in one, especially it it thinks his life is in danger. In short, accept the fact that it will happen and try to prevent it by your actions. The truth be said here, very few people will keep their heads clear enough to deal with a bite as it is happening.

Answer 2

Many people love the idea of owning a dog but one thing that they have to keep in mind often times, is that the dog needs to be trained. While the pet may look heart-breakingly cute when it's in a shelter or at the pound, picking out the dog is only the first part of the relationship between dog owner and the animal. Many people don't understand that they have to put time and effort into socializing the dog.

An unsocialized dog will intimidate others, tear up the home, and will create an environment that can become so bad that the it will have to be returned. Many times when dogs have to be returned to shelters or to other resources, it will end up euthanized, which is very heartbreaking. All of this can be spared if a person learns the various techniques in order to socialize the dog.

One thing that they have to understand is that the he wants to be told what to do. It's in the canine nature to follow a leader. The dog will be more than willing to obey the leadership of its master. Here's a look at some common techniques that are used in dog training:

"Dog Whispering"

This is a technique that has been around for a while, but gained national notoriety over the last 10 years. Some people might hear this term and wonder how in the world whispering to a dog can train it! Whispering isn't meant to be taken literally in this case. As trainers have shown, whispering is a term that refers to connecting with a being or an entity on a very deep and almost spiritual level. When it comes to dog training techniques, dog whispering involves careful observation of the dog's behavior and actions.

It literally entails getting inside the mind and the behavior system of the canine. When a person uses dog whispering techniques, they interact with the dog on the canine level. Again, one the most common mistakes that people make is treating the dog like a small human being.

"Reward Training"

Reward training is very simple and it's one of the older tricks that works. This is a simple method of training the dog by positive reinforcement. Once he does what it is told to do, it receives a treat. How this works is that the dog owner must entice the dog towards the treat. Once the canine develops awareness for the treat, it develops a strong desire for it. When the desire for it is extremely strong, the dog owner pulls back. Then the dog receives a command and when the dog obeys the command, it receives the treat. The object is to make the dog associate a treat with the command.

"Clicker Training"

Other dog training techniques include one that is similar to reward training, which is called clicker training. How this works is that the clicker is incorporated to get the dog's attention. The clicker is clicked as a form of communication with the dog. It learns that there is a command or reward associated in conjunction with the clicker. Many people claim that this is fun, and they actually make a game with the dog by using the clicker for their dog training tasks.

"Ultrasonic Whistle"

Last, a relatively new form of dog training technique is called the ultrasonic whistle. This works because the ultrasonic sound is only heard by the dog. When the owner is trying to communicate a command, or stop the dog from barking, they will blow on their whistle when they want to communicate a command to the dog. The benefit of this is that the humans can't hear this noise, but the dog can hear it, and they will learn to associate the sound with a command.

Dog training techniques aren't hard to incorporate, but they are something that absolutely must be incorporated from the time a dog owner brings their new dog home. No matter how old or how young the dog is, they will need training. Once they are trained properly, they will be a wonderful addition to one's family.

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Answer 3

A nice cheap solution I have always pondered would be a Jif Lemon, or a waterpistol loaded with lemon juice. Aim for the eyes and it could be an effective deterrent, although perhaps best tested first behind a sturdy fence.
If you get caught short you could always try throwing stones - it puts the mutts off, as does shouting and glaring. Generally you need to act as though you are the boss, as if it were your own dog (which had gone mental and started attacking you).
A nice length of heavy chain could teach the beast a lesson too.
Electric stunners, flamethrowers, pistols etc. wouldn't really be worth the legal risk. I have always considered a sword stick to be a satisfactory defence, but again only in my dreams.

This is a problem I long considered whilst living in Romania, where dangerous strays are a real problem and owners are unlikely to care or be afraid of legal consequences. You often hear stories of people getting wounded or killed by "dog gangs"

To be honest the decent sized stone and manic shouting are the only deterrents I have ever employed in reality, and they worked.

Answer 4

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What weapons are best protection against dog attack?
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Answer 6

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By their nature, dogs are pack animals with a well-defined social order. Through basic training, you need to consistently make sure your puppy understands that you are the leader, not him. So in teaching him the basic rules, you take on the role of pack leader.

To fit into the family circle, your dog must be taught to recognize his name and such commands as come, heel, lie down and sit.

Answer 7

Not sure how to stop a dog attack but if you have to release a dogs grip on another dog or person pour a little vinegar in thier mouth.

Answer 8

Hailey T:

I am sure your Staffie is a sweet and loving animal, but my dog (a boxer) has been attacked numerous times by staffies and they can be pretty nasty. He was attacked several times when he was a pup and this was due to many owners not taking responsibility and controlling their animals. Some are fine though.

Answer 9

In the case of pit bulls and dogs that clamp tight onto the victim the only effective tool is a breaking stick - a wedge shaped piece of wood or metal shoved into the dogs mouth and use it to lever the jaw open.

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