what's the best repellent for pit bull attack?

Question

To protect pet, while walking, from stray dog attack.

Answer 1

Citrus spray works wells, as does pepper spray, but the citrus will not bother you or your dog. The pepper may bother the dog for a while, but it will not harm it. You can by citrus spray at many pet stores or online.

Answer 2

Thanks to all of you who stood up for pit bulls and other breeds who are automatically considered evil and viscious. My husband raised pit bulls for years. He would go back and check on the dogs after he sold them. If he found anyone mistreating the dog, or attempting to teach it to be mean, he handed them their money back, and took the dog with him and left. A small dog can be just as viscious as a large dog...I had a Boston Terrier that locked onto the "jewels" of 2 separate pits on 2 different occasions. He didn't have a scratch on him. But they came into his territory...he wasn't roaming the streets and alleys like they were. The problem is people who get dogs and then don't train them properly, and give them the affection they need. I don't know of any town that doesn't have a leash law in effect...but too many people ignore them. When facing a dog that appears to be in the attack mode, show no fear. Dogs sense fear very easily. Firmly tell the dog to leave. Don't run away...you kick in the dog's instincts to attack. I have walked right past a dog I was told would bite no matter what, and by showing purpose and no fear, the dog simply ignored me. If you have your dog with you, pick it up to get it out of the line of attack of the other dog. I refuse to recommend pepper spray to injure a dog. Calling out for help if you are in an area where others can help is a good idea, but with the advent of cell phones, calling 911 is your best bet, along with being vigilant and avoiding a stray of any size to begin with.

Answer 3

Honestly, avoid stray dogs. The best defense is not to get into the situation at all. If you have stray dogs in your neighborhood, call animal control.

I don't fear pit bulls any more than I fear cocker spaniels, rotties, GSDs, Dobies, Whippets, or Huskies. However, when I see an owner with an unaltered male (any breed) on a choke chain, I know the owner is a bad owner and the dog is probably untrained. I pick my dog up and move to another area until they have left where I want to be. Again, I avoid any problem before it begins.

If you are out walking and see the dog, turn around and walk the other way. Carry a cell phone and dial 911 or animal control to report a stray dog that may attack someone.

Answer 4

You should be worried about any breed, not just pitbulls. I'm constantly tormented by dogs when out walking my pitbulls, and they are NOT pitbulls that are chasing me and starting trouble...

The umbrella idea is a good one. It's what I tell people as well. You can also carry one of the ones that open when you press the button, if you want something smaller. It will work just as well. Put the umbrella between the attacking dog and yourself, and you can "roll" it side to side to block the dog if he changes position.

To make your get away, walk back wards slowly, do not make direct eye contact with the dog, and keep the umbrella as a barrier between you and the attacking dog.

No matter what breed, kicking, hitting, spraying with mace or pepper spray can, in some instances, make the dog more aggressive and even more determined to attack.

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Answer 5

If there is a stray dog of any kind call animal control. Any breed is dangerous if they are running loose. Use pepper spray. A home made one is to take red chili flacks boil them in 2 cups of water let cool strain and put in spray bottle. By the way you are far more likely to be attacked by a cocker than a pit bull. There are vets, dog walkers and groomers who have never been bitten by a pit but have by yorkies and cockers. My vet would rather work on a pit than some small toy dog. He had recently have 25 stitches due to a toy poodle. Never even been bit by a pit and he spealizes in pits

Answer 6

Unless my first layer of protection was a dog catcher or a serious caliber firearm, I would go for a double layer of protection. First, a decent water pistol filled with ammonia will deter almost any animal from whatever they are set on doing. Squirt ammonia in the dogs face, and he will be too occupied with removing the ammonia to do much else. Next, I would carry a sturdy cane or walking stick. This was the main protection of pedestrians against dog attack for a good number of centuries and will protect both you and your pet if the ammonia fails.

A loose pit bull -- a dog catcher or real firepower would still be my preferred solution. There is too much potential for tragedy when such an unpredictable animal runs loose. Good luck.

Answer 7

Why do you think your dog will be attacked by a PitBull when out for a walk, is there an aggressive Pit nearby? If I was walking my dog and saw a dog acting aggressive, I would move to the other side of the road, or away from the aggressive dog. We are assuming the aggressive dog is leashed, if not. carry a protective cane with you, and if approached and an attack is in the works, use it.

Answer 8

You can use a water-gun or spray bottle filled with a mixture of water and Cayenne pepper. Also carry a cell phone, so you can call 9-1-1 if you're unable to stop the attack. But the first and best way to protect your pet is to remain vigilent.

Dogs will give all sorts of signals to one another before they attack, so watch any approaching dogs for signs such as raised hackles (the hair on its neck), rushing toward your dog while barking or growling, walking with a stiff-legged gait, "posturing" (with its head held high, trying to make itself look larger), etc.

Step between your dog and the approaching dog, face the oncoming dog directly, look it in the face and give the approaching dog a loud, firm, calm command to "stop! go home!" By doing this, you're showing the approaching dog that YOU are the alpha, you're not afraid, and are willing to take control of the situation. Usually, this startles the approaching dog enough to make it stop and back off.

If the dog continues toward you, DON'T RUN! Dogs can run faster than humans, and by turning your back and fleeing, you trigger the dog's instinct to "chase" and "attack". Instead continue with your verbal commands, crouch down to pick up (or shield) your dog, and bring out the spray. Squirt the spray in the direction of the on-coming dog directly toward its head and eyes.

If you are unable to stop the on-coming dog and it attacks your animal, DON'T TRY TO PULL THE ATTACKING DOG OFF. When in their attack mode, dogs can't tell the difference between you and the dog they're fighting, and you can be severely injured. By trying to drag a biting dog off your dog, too, you can inadvertantly make the wounds on your pet far worse by dragging the attacking dog's teeth through your dog's body. Instead, use your cellphone and call 9-1-1. It won't stop the attack, but it will provide you with the opportunity to summon help and to give the authorities a first hand accurate description of the attacking dog.

Answer 9

OK, do NOT spray it with pepper spray or citrus spray. It doesn't work. It will NEVER work on a big dog. Sorry! Do NOT swing anything at the dog. This will upset the dog and it will attack. The best thing to do is carry a large golf umbrella with you. If a dog comes at you (I will never say Pittbull because I WILL NOT STEREOTYPE ANY DOG!) you open up the umbrella between you and the aggressive dog. The dog is less likely to attack if it perceives that you are larger than it. It also will give you a barrier between you and the other dog.

Answer 10

When I've suddenly had a stray dog approach me and my dog I just stoop to pick up a rock. It's amazing how well dogs know this motion - and the motion alone is often a good enough deterent!

Answer 11

Maybe because I have lost 4 mini pin puppies to 3 pit bulls that jumped into our yard and killed them.