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What can I take on walks that may help if a dog attacks us.

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ThisSummerBetterBeDarnGood · 06/06/2023 20:39

I've noticed that some very nasty dogs are being walked on our usual local walks around a pretty village.

With the recent spate of attacks and my suspicions of the owners, is there anything that could help in the event of an attack eg high pitched noise like rape alarm.
? What do you do if a dog goes for the child or yourself?

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arguablycool · 06/06/2023 20:40

A bigger dog

Oysterbabe · 06/06/2023 20:40

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Whyohwhyohwhy123 · 06/06/2023 20:42

A length of blue plastic pipe, just over a metre is enough and whack them hard

gogohmm · 06/06/2023 20:42

A border collie, nothing messes with my dog, they are bred to protect their flock. My dog only needs to lift his lip to snarl and dog's back off

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arghtriffid · 06/06/2023 20:43

Grab their back legs - I don't fancy trying this though. I am always vigilant on walks and avoid any powerful breeds completely.

Fiddlerdragon · 06/06/2023 20:43

Pepper spray

foxlover47 · 06/06/2023 20:44

I carry dog treats in my
Pocket to throw as a distraction if a dog starts coming towards my 3
That's ok if the dog is just interested in seeing your dogs I doubt it would be helpful to a nasty dog though :(
I also wear a duck whistle .. it honestly has stopped dogs dead in their tracks because the sound is loud and not what they expect
That aside I stand in front of them and shout Get Back or Sit! because occasionally a dog given a command will
Stop or at least slow down to listen
Aside from that i guess it's down to luck the way things are going lately op
Keep safe

Desdemonadryeyes · 06/06/2023 20:44

A big fat grip

missmollygreen · 06/06/2023 20:44

All very convenient suggestions so far....

A spall can of compressed air, blow that and it will startle them.

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CaptainSeven · 06/06/2023 20:44

If the dog is not yet aggressive turn your back to them. Don't flail your arms around.

Keep your arms crossed over your torso.

user50316 · 06/06/2023 20:46

My mum used to take a big stick sometimes - we lived near a house with two ENORMOUS dobermans which frequently escaped and would come running over trying to attack you. Genuinely terrifying.

HouseInTheMiddle · 06/06/2023 20:47

I wear proper walking boots and use a flexi lead that is heavy.

Without hesitating I'd protect my boy but I find using used my voice (most dogs understand a strong, growl of NO) along with body blocking works well for us.

70isaLimitNotaTarget · 06/06/2023 20:47

If anyone suggests the finger up the dogs bum then I’d say very strong rubber gloves and industrial hand gel

sourcorn · 06/06/2023 20:47

Rape alarm

EmeraldEagle · 06/06/2023 20:48

https://amzn.eu/d/30zWZz7 Bite back spray

Mysterian · 06/06/2023 20:48

I have something called a Dog Dazer. It's a rape alarm at dog whistle frequencies. Works on my Mum too. (Causes feedback in her hearing aid.

AlwaysGinPlease · 06/06/2023 20:48

Desdemonadryeyes · 06/06/2023 20:44

A big fat grip

Absolutely! 🤣

Missingmyusername · 06/06/2023 20:49

Some of these suggestions are batshit and you’ll end up seriously injured.

Stand still, don’t scream, flap and don’t bloody run. The stick is a bad idea, they’ll likely grab it and you will lose. I doubt you’ll have time to go fishing around for pepper spray, or just happen to be holding a large chain and wrestle around trying to strangle it…, Jesus.

Janie1962 · 06/06/2023 20:49

In the past I've used Pet Corrector spray to ward off other dogs. It emits a harmless gas with a really loud hiss ( like a goose) that's stopped the other dog in its tracks. Because it's not toxic, it's safe around kids. You can buy it at per shops or from Amazon. It's a red can with white lettering on it.

Lachimolala · 06/06/2023 20:49

I heard you’re supposed to strangle them with a lead or it’s own lead, or shove some stick of some sort down its throat. Not sure how you’d even possibly do that with how fast they move, perhaps a can of compressed air or that legal alternative to pepper spray like a PP suggested? In fact that sounds good I might get some for myself.

EmeraldEagle · 06/06/2023 20:50

Bite back spray
Bite Back Non-Toxic Dog Deterrent 50ml https://amzn.eu/d/30zWZz7

Stillprettyvacant · 06/06/2023 20:50

Take an automatic umbrella. Open it when the dog is close and it should startle it and it will (hopefully) retreat. Worth a try if you have one.

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