My dog is small enough that I can pick him up when he is in danger. But yesterday when I did this, the attacking dog (which was not on a leash) jumped on me and bit my arm to get at my dog. I feel this is no longer a good strategy.
2007-10-29 16:57:20 · 19 answers · asked by Velvet 4 in Pets ➔ Dogs
The best thing to do is remain completely calm and still. If an opportunity arises the grab and restrain the dog but only if there is an opportunity and you feel confident doing so. Otherwise don't compromise yourself. Make sure afterwards you notify your local animal control.
2007-10-29 17:34:35 · answer #1 · answered by al l 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can't say what you should do about protecting your dog (personally, I think letting them sniff and then pulling your dog away if they get violent is a pretty good idea-just be aware of the other dog), but I can tell YOU what NOT to do!
DO NOT:
Look the new dog in the eye-this is a sign of dominance and can provoke aggression in the other dog
Run-this will provoke the dog to chase you, which is a BAD idea!
DO:
Yell at the do to let it know it's not welcome. Use a strong tone of voice and try to convey that you don't want the dog there
Get a good idea of what the dog looks like so you are aware of it next time you walk down that street or so that you can report it to Animal Control or the police
Look around to see if it's owner is around
Good luck, and please get your arm checked out. Being bitten by a dog is a serious thing, and if it broke the skin on your arm, you can get certain diseases form it. Good luck!
2007-10-30 00:36:14 · answer #2 · answered by Amy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your right! Even if the strange dog is not agressive picking up your dog is not a good idea. Best thing to do is let your leash loose and let the dogs sniff and meet. Some dogs( like mine) run up to some one full speed just to stop in front of them have a quick sniff and be on their way again. If the dogs do start to fight keep you hands outta the way use the leash or the dogs tail to pull them out. If the other dogs owner is not there pull ur dog behind you and if the dog comes at you give it a kick.
2007-10-30 00:06:36 · answer #3 · answered by ~YoUr G 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
picking your dog up in this situation makes your dog weak and as you already know will provoke an attack. I have a border collie mix who is to large to pick up and we have had a run in with a large lab mix who was off leash and very aggresive. I stepped in front of my dog puffed myself up and in a strong semi aggresive tone told the strange dog no and get. unless your dealing with a trained attack dog of some sort acting more dominate of a strange dog will usually work to make them back off. Do not run, walk or back away because that gives the strange dog the upper hand. Be strong and calm and report the loose dog to the animal control especially if you got bit.
2007-10-30 11:16:40 · answer #4 · answered by Tanz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, may not be the best approach, but I stand in front of my dog....This is because my dog is afraid of a leash, therefore is always off-leash. She's medium sized, so picking her up wouldn't do much good.
I've never had a problem with any dogs attacking me, but that doesn't necessarily mean my approach works with all dogs. I make the unknown dog approach ME first, and then they can approach my dog, if they show no signs of aggression...otherwise, I chase them off (my dog is trained to stay put until I give her the 'go ahead').
2007-10-30 00:27:18 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I hope you called animail control and reported the dog. I also hope you weren't hurt too badly. What you just described is one of my pet peeves. I have actually gone and walked routes without my dog to see if it is safe to go down the new street. I usually pick up the dog, yell at the one that is approaching and slowly back away. Other times when I have been walking by myself and a dog has come to attack I have used an umbrella I was carrying to pop it open really quick and put something between me and the dog. Whatever you do don't turn your back on an attacking dog. Just remember to report this to animal control or the police.
2007-10-30 00:06:54 · answer #6 · answered by doglover 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
My dog is 70LBS and I still pick her up when a strange dog comes up. I'm not sure how she'll react to a strange dog, and I also won't take a chance that the other dog may attack her. I also carry pepper spray to protect us both. I find that yelling at other dogs works most of the time.
2007-10-30 00:58:08 · answer #7 · answered by Kerry 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If a strange dog approaches yours, don't pull it away or pick it up. It only makes the other dog more interested and determined to get to your dog. The only thing I can say is to just let them sniff at each other and hopefully, the other dog will lost interest and soon go on its way.
2007-10-30 01:56:25 · answer #8 · answered by RoVale 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Step between them to protect your dog and block him from the other's line of site. If the attacker is running up to you tell the aggressor dog to sit in a firm voice, can do wonders at times. Stay calm and assertive if you can, you don't want this dog to think you are playing. Also, that way your arms will be free to defend your dog and the other one might not bite you trying to get at yours. If you always pick yours up you will not be in the position to pull off the other dog if need be and could be hurt yourself.
*sigh* This is why I always walk my dog with dog repellent, because of other peoples rude dogs. In a pinch it can be used on bad owners to if they act up ;)
2007-10-30 00:08:57 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not if you are frightened, if the approaching dog seems predatory or very aggressive I too would revert to this, but picking up your pet and either moving away or yelling will often provoke a dog to investigate closer or more persistantly. Next time try standing between the oppossing dog and your own and firmly saying "No" in a strong tone, it works!
2007-10-30 00:08:08 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋