How to Stop a Charging Dog (MUST WATCH)

[@OLDCHEMIST1]

For those interested, I have two stories to tell about protecting yourself from dogs. The first one: I once had a dog owner set a pack of dogs on me while doing a delivery job. I kept eye contact with what seemed to be the "pack leader" and slowly walked backwards, making my escape safely. The second: a man had little control over his Alsatian, which bounded towards me, growling and seeming to have every intention of biting me. I was lucky enough to be carrying a clipboard and have the good sense to bring it down quickly, which stopped the dog from biting me and gave the dog a shock, as its muzzle hit the clipboard. Having read about dogs killing children, yes rare, but one child is too many and having met a postman with hideous scars on his face from a dog attack, I strongly feel that owners who do not learn to control their dogs should be punished severely, heavy fines and jail sentences.

[@vernscheck9089]

There's a guy who can come get his packages at your main building. Or go to jail.

[@ronmartin7253]

good on ya, old man. dogs that stare back at ya are the ones that are gonna be the biggest prob. just spent $3200 on training for my shepherd. first big dog i've had. figured it was the right thing ...seeing as how he's my main buddy. now he's smarter than most ppl i know lol

[@OLDCHEMIST1]

@@ronmartin7253 Sounds like money well spent, you now have a well-behaved dog and a good friend, I guess! It was some rich b&%$ard who set the pack of dogs on me. I knocked on his door on business, he arranged a call-back time and that's what I got when I was well on his land. It was lucky for me that I had enough sense to do what I did. For a long time afterwards I wanted to do something very nasty towards him - but I thought it was just going down to his level, and anyway even if I took legal action against him, the law would believe him, not me.

[@jacklucas7265]

@@LeeRoland bear unless the Grizzly you encounter is bare ....

[@OLDCHEMIST1]

@@LeeRoland 😂😂Very good! I heard sticking your finger up a dog's bottom stops an attack too! As for grizzlies, you're a braver man than I am!

[@hayleyhuffman8123]

Update on Ace - I have gotten him involved in playing some of the games kzbin.infoUgkx1_veP7CApJK_GWy_TczaMciuG64PqJeU and I can see a difference in his confidence already! My other dog played along and he became intrigued - now its a daily part of our routine - about 3 times a day we do the shell game and the muffin tin game. I am so grateful for coming upon your training techniques!

[@bdesaw]

I learned this (by instinct) when I was a kid - riding past a neighbor's house at night. I Knew my neighbor had two large German Shepherds that would always chase us as we rode by. One night - it was late and I was riding home on my bicycle, forgot about the dog's briefly - but both started charging me in the blackness of the night. I could not see them at all - but could hear how close they were. I had a gut/instinct reaction - slammed on my bike brakes, jumped off on the left side (they were approaching from my right, about 50 feet away, seconds...) I let out a cougar sound - yes I can scream/growl exactly like a cougar - and I heard them slammingh on their paw brakes in the grass - and they ran away. (Then - I rode my 12 year hiney home like I was the baddest man on Earth) :)

[@carolmckee8456]

Oh , cool...I've considered something like that.

[@DtKnize]

Pretty close to my encounter but I did a Squatch call, I have a really loud voice and the dog actually yelped, stopped and looked confused, I yelled, "Go Home!" Son of a gun, it did.

[@LG-universe]

Bravo

[@KatarinaS.]

The idiot neighbor should've had his dogs secured instead of out freely chasing kids and other innocent people who went past. Someone should've sicced a big mean dog on them to see how they like it.

[@tomdonahoe3539]

I always have 🌶 pepper spray clipped on the right side when I'm out riding my bike 🚵‍♀️.

[@joeblow5087]

Playing dead when the dog bites will make you dead. Following this woman's advice is dangerous.

[@mtman2]

Very naive woman as an "expert" = should warn folks to have defense of self like both pepper spray & walking stick-> very simple...!

[@untio]

I thought the same

[@RandomWandrer]

Yeah I always have kids with me. I'm not laying down while they get eaten.

[@henryvanveen5365]

The worst thing than a dog attacking is the owner who defends their dog, won't take responsibility and gives you false details.

[@SergioMartinez-xv9tt]

Just last week a dog ran out of its house and charged at me and my small dog, i put my dog behind me but the dog kept trying to bite my dog and i had to slap the dog and it went back to its house, the owner came out and just said hiiii was she mean to your dog? I told her that her dog tried to bite my dog, she just stayed inside her home and didnt say a single word after that, it pissed me off.

[@sarahdee374]

I have new neighbors with an Alsatian, very protective and territorial. Unfortunately it has decided that part of my yard is hers. She will charge me on my property, very scary. The owners insist it's that I'm showing fear (duh!) and that she's a really sweet dog. Maybe if you're the one being protected vs the one seen as a threat that's true. I'm considering keeping a) a dog whistle on me, or b) pepper spray. Any thoughts (brand of whistle) or suggestions?

[@henryvanveen5365]

@@sarahdee374 What about a fence for your defence?

[@sarahdee374]

@@henryvanveen5365 They are renters and I'm planning to move in a few months, and it's a long property line. So normally that would be a sensible suggestion, but I don't have the funds to invest in that for a short term solution, and I know they would not. I've always been on good terms with neighbors and am feeling a lot of stress with this situation. If it happens again I'll have something (spray or whistle-maybe a shovel) to feel more protected, and hope we can resolve this. I don't understand why a few dog owners insist on thinking of their big dogs as cute and cuddly and refusing to see them from the point of view of others. Thanks for taking the time to offer help, friend.

[@bridgetoofar8756]

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[@jerrygowins]

I worked 30+ years for an electric utility and dealt with dogs on a regular basis. Two things worked for me; I would bend down quickly and act like I was going to throw a rock, or if the dog showed every intention of attacking, I would run AT it screaming and yelling like a banshee, arms flailing like a madman. I never got bit.

[@Barefoot433]

I agree with this aggressive maneuver as opposed to deferring to the dog. When it comes down to it, it is a domesticated animal, accustomed to giving deference to an aggressive human. Pack leader alpha stuff. Not the same advice I'd use for a wild cat or bear, or bull for that matter. Then it's time for bullets and blades to come out, evening the score.

[@macker33]

I've used the rock one a couple of times.

[@kentuckybowl-o-sticks]

That "rock thing" would work if they've been hit with one before, just as dogs who have been shot before will back off if you pull a gun : )

[@jdee8407]

The rock crouch always seems to work.

[@rovanek9457]

Good luck trying that on a malaki karrabas ,boerboel,cane corso , American bendog,ofcharka.dont think you want to .or a traint Dutch shepard

[@colormedubious4747]

"He won't bite" -- The last words you hear before a dog attacks you.

[@lxs242]

also: "he just wants to play"

[@rickrussell3527]

Exactly, I’ve heard that many times when I’m mountain biking. 😂

[@Enforcer_WJDE]

What i was told when i told an older lady to put her unleashed Yorkshire Terrier inside her yard and close the gate when i was approaching with my leashed Doberman. Guess who bit whom first and who had the other one between his teeth a second later...

[@ozqadir913]

😂😂😂

[@mazethemercenary]

This literally happened to my friend.

[@jameskinkead2456]

We know a couple people who were mauled to death by pit bills. An friend of mine, retired military Airborne Ranger, just saved an elderly lady's life who was being mauled in his front yard by beating hell out of them with a stout club.............His wife is an ER nurse and she didn't think she would make it, but she did.......He's a combat veteran commander and said the wounds were horrible. Dog attacks are NO joke.

[@soyyo143]

James: I just love your comment. My poor dog was attacked by a PACK of Pitt bulls!!!! I'm lucky she survived and that they didn't turn on me as well. What burns me up are the few people who keep defending these dogs reputations and never, never have a kind word for me (the victim with her dog ON LEASH) against a pack of off-leash Pitt bull dogs. Just call it as it is- violent dogs with irresponsible owners... no excuses!

[@kellysamson4521]

@soyyo143 so sorry this happened to you, this woman was totally reckless and should never have had her dog loose like that, I have a pitbull, a rescue, the moment I got him, I got him assessed and enrolled in daycare, he has been socialized non stop since th day I got him, he has been bitten plenty of times by other dogs and thank the lord he has never bitten them back but walked away with his injuries and just wanted to keep playing with the others, I don't want him to retaliate, I don't want him to be a guard dog, I can't stand when people encourage dogs, especially pitbulls to look mean and act mean, theu don't realise that they are the reason for so many attacks, the owners need the training as much as the dogs and the owners certainly should be punished, my pitty boy is at the dog park everyday and plays even with the little dogs, it's often them who nip him, but I would rather him be a big softy, I commend you on your bravery, and I hope to God your dog is ok and not too traumatized by that attack.

[@katiejones2]

Agreed! I don't like how the lady in the video kept saying how unlikely it is to be bitten/attacked by a dog. She said "You have a better chance of being struck by lightning twice" lol. I work in animal control. Just last year, I investigated 197 dog attacks. My index finger was bitten off by an aggressive Cane Corso that was about to attack a school kid. I love my job. And my stump finger 😂

[@sekgedijoram5023]

​@@kellysamson4521 so you trained your dog to be a push over to other dogs wow!

[@jameskinkead2456]

@@soyyo143 I know what you mean. What's truly terrifying is these jackasses are bringing in Cane Corsos, which are 100-150 pound giants that could EAT a pack of pit bulls..........It's just a matter of time before you hear about attacks by those which I couldn't imagine being less than lethal. I came 3 feet from being mauled by one in Europe last year.

[@chrisgobeil4751]

As someone that has survived a dog attack as a kid (12-13) over 150 stitches both arms and legs, I was able to hold the dog by the collar from jumping to my face. If a dog doesn't stop when charging at me and is to the point where It's going to attack I will not hesitate to end it.

[@whatevergoesforme5129]

Some dogs don't wear collars though, so that can be a problem.

[@pamparanea]

"The god of war hates those who hesitate." -Euripides

[@dgunearthed7859]

@@whatevergoesforme5129 I'm thinking he NOW carries a means to END IT. I mean, if you're taking what he says literally. That's the way I took it.

[@huwhitecavebeast1972]

There is no reason to be a chew toy and get potentially maimed for life if the dog is powerful enough. Defend yourself. This woman's advice is just terrible, and dangerous.

[@huwhitecavebeast1972]

@@pamparanea Ah, someone who is well read. Rare these days!

[@2fast2block]

Many years ago I was a substitute mailman in bad areas of St. Louis. Having had MANY encounters with dogs, I agree with you, most will stop and yet there are the ones that are NOT bluffing. Having a pepper spray and mail bag as a shield was a HUGE help but some came on me so fast with very little warning, it came down to kicking and sometimes punching. I always carry pepper spray with me and have something I can grasp to defend myself. So no, I'm not going to lay there hoping they don't bite into me. I'll fight and it's always worked with me.

[@robertbobby3325]

I actually traded up for the bear spray, it has a farther reach and if can stop a bear, well what chance does a dog have. I've seen dogs keep going right through the pepper spray, but I've used the bear spray, it shoots up to thirty five feet, the dogs just keep on keeping their distance, good luck out there 🙏

[@2fast2block]

@@robertbobby3325 I've had dogs charge through it. Once two German Shepards we're not immediately stopped by it. I was in a narrow, long walkway between two close homes while kicking like hell, using my bag as a shield, and spraying with my right hand. It did slow down their aggression and the residual spray did get to me but without it, I wonder if I'd be here today. I don't 'rely' on spray, but I've never seen it not take some of the fight out.

[@lanruzz2070]

I shall fight to the death, if necessary, any four-footed, multiple-fanged beast, dog or others, that attacks me. The key is to be prepared, and to be willing to take the beast's life.

[@Fox_Zero]

Defending myself is also my choice, I had a small very friendly Shih-Tzu, that kept thinking all dogs running towards him wanted to play, I started carrying an expandable baton, I only had to use it once, all other times, the dogs would stop on their tracks as soon as I expanded the thing and swung in front of them.

[@2fast2block]

@@Fox_Zero Highly agree. Just that one example of those two German Shepards aggressively trying to get to me, I was NOT going to lay down and don't move. Such dogs are strong and could do a lot of damage quickly. One vid I watched by a dog expert showed how he always wore some baseball cap and did demos how aggressive dogs just biting the cap he had extending from his hand. I'm not even willing to try that.

[@carboz959]

I don't care about hurting a dog if I think it's about to attack. Do whatever you must to protect yourself or others from a dog attack. There are quite a few pit bulls in my neighborhood with owners who think they're just misunderstood and call them their babies. 2 days ago, a young guy was walking his pit bull on a sidewalk right in front of our house. The dog saw us and starting pulling at the leash. The guy was pretty big, but had a hard time controlling the dog. I've been attacked 2 times by pit bulls so I am hyper aware around them in particular. The attacks happened in my neighborhood and happened in seconds. Literally. I will not have that happen again to me or anyone I love. My family's/ and my own safety come first so I will do whatever it takes to protect them and myself. Don't talk to me about your poor baby pit bull until you've had one jump on you and attack you. Oh, and the only thing I was doing before these attacks occurred was walking alone in my own neighborhood during the day on residential streets.

[@FlyingAxblade_D20]

dude, I agree. my rott is my dog, my pet, my responsibility. I'm not a fur baby daddy. My dog is my best friend, aside from Jesus, but I don't let my best friend fuck all and kill people! I like my pet. I like my fish. I like my dog. I like my girlfriend, ooops. I love her, she can do what she wants. My dog does not poop because I pick it up, no trace, no trail. He can't control that part like I can, hence, he's a pet, not a fur baby.

[@ravenswin16]

You are correct 100%.I was caught off guard Monday by a loose pitbull walking my leashed chihuahuas. Charged and went straight for my dogs throat. I was literally in a death roll with this monster. My dog luckily will fully recover physically I received 10 stiches in my finger as well. Any viscious dog charges me in the future will be shot dead.

[@gimmebesos]

Yup will kill if needed

[@gasbike100mpg]

same here, i just commented.... amazing how there is no advice for dog owners ...what THEY should do in this situation. i jog with a stick........not going down without a fight. looking into carry laws in my state......thats next.

[@bubbalong7646]

Woof woof bang bang

[@shteebo]

In my experience, your options are aggression or indifference. Never be submissive or try a slinking retreat. For smaller dogs, indifference has always worked for me. Hold your ground and stare them down, waiting long enough that it's clear you are not going to be cowed. Then you can walk away normally. They may bark but won't follow. For bigger dogs, especially fighting breeds, aggression may be necessary. Pick up stones or a stick if handy. Wrap your hands as best you can. I have a "lion's roar" yell I use that's deep and throaty. They don't hear it from most humans, so it casts a seed of doubt. If I decide to yell, I always move forward a few steps at the same time. Sometimes that gets them to switch to a defensive stance and you can wait them out. If you must fight, it's critical to stay upright, and not freak if you get bit. Try to be moving forward rather than backward. Kick at his jaw or ribs, punch at his eyes, ears, and nose. Protect your face and neck. Good luck.

[@huwhitecavebeast1972]

Your advice is sound, the woman's advice is TERRIBLE. Don't hesitate to show why you are top of the food chain if need be.

[@BenjoCovers]

Whats going on in your life dude, it sounds like you get attacked by dogs on a daily basis 0.o

[@presidenttnediserp428]

Humans are NOT at the top of the food chain or pyramid or whatever else you want to call it.

[@BenjoCovers]

@@presidenttnediserp428 so why are you not vegan?

[@carambafunciona]

@@presidenttnediserp428 no? what is?

[@Jaden48108]

When I was a teenager I was 'attacked' by a large pack of dogs. Nowhere to go or hide. They were excited, running toward me, so I faced them and in the friendliest way possible started baby talking. Instantly they wagged their tails and came up to me wanting to be buds. I petted all of them- mostly mutts, average size dogs who had obviously been raised peacefully. I drew the wild card out of the deck and it got me out of the jam.

[@melodyclark4347]

Bravo to you. Good job. 👍

[@TheGuitarReb]

@@melodyclark4347 They can smell fear.

[@kirkhepburnmiddleagedwhiteguy]

deploys baby talk in the face of onrushing snarling dog pack......Truly ballsy and brilliant. Nothing but admiration for your nerves of steel.

[@zeroturn7091]

Your definition of attacked differs from mine.

[@Jaden48108]

@@zeroturn7091 Oh, tell me all about it, given the fact you weren't there.

[@jerryhoare8198]

One thing I know from experience: NEVER turn your back on an aggressive dog!

[@bubbalong7646]

No shit. Never turn your back on an aggressive person.

[@cleames9458]

Just never turn your back on an aggressive anything

[@bubbalong7646]

@@cleames9458 Especially be wary of aggressive Democraps from the government who come "to help" you.

[@nyogrson1]

For most people this is a natural reaction when dogs charge at them

[@bubbalong7646]

@@nyogrson1 Yeah: woof woof bang bang

[@Bob10009]

Most dogs that fully intend to attack don’t bark at all, they charge, silently and purposefully. Those are the ones to worry about. The ones barking furiously are just trying to call your bluff.

[@bluebyyou7504]

Yup

[@CurtisThomas-x3y]

You’re the only person I’ve ever heard say something like this. Honestly, for me, for whatever reason, you’re the first. 40 years ago I had a wonderful, beautiful, majestic German Shepherd. He would bark at things as all dogs, but if he went after ya, he was slinking, fast, and completely stealthy. I’d never seen anything like this either before or after. One day we came home to a bloody, disturbed home and were greeted at the door by our dog. Apparently someone broke in and really got mauled up. The police could see a chronological pattern to what had occurred. Our dog apparently did no barking as the person broke through the door. (It was not a quick kick in type thing) hiding behind the couch and the wall, because the couch was slightly dislodged and the curtains pulled out, the dog, kinda like a lion, had obviously ambushed the intruder. Although he came from award winning show parents, he was too big for showing. I’ve repeated this account to many and nobody ever believes me because they assume all upset dogs bark and growl. Mine did too-but never when he was actually conducting an attack.

[@WhatWhoandY]

My GERMAN shepherd would sneak up on a real intended target, even circle around, I called him off, he did know who the moron in the room was.

[@Bob10009]

@@CurtisThomas-x3y honestly, I don’t know why more people don’t understand this. I learned it even before doing a paper round as a kid 😂 A barking dog didn’t bother me, I could slowly approach it and back it up until I could post a newspaper. The ones that bit me always appeared from nowhere, ran up from behind and attacked with no sound whatsoever. I had to defend myself many times. Any postman will tell you I’m right. I’ve owned and known enough dogs in my life and interacted with thousands of others, to understand canine body language. I’ve spotted dogs about to attack mine multiple times and either avoided, distracted or intercepted them. Breaking their focus is the key, it totally throws them off. It doesn’t matter whether that is walking away, stepping in front of them, making a loud noise or using a boot, break their laser focus and they normally have no plan B. In fact, it’s not just dogs. Watch any wildlife documentary, predators become 100% business before attacking. It doesn’t matter whether it lions, snakes or insects, the attack is silent, stealthy and quick. Watch dogs in a park, the ones barking are like drunk guys shouting at each other, it’s all posturing. Dangerous dogs just go straight to the attack without wasting the energy. Just as it’s always the silent guy in the drunken standoff that throws the first punch.

[@CurlyFromTheSwirly]

That's super rare. Most dogs bark incessantly. They are not like cats who are complete ambush predators. Dogs usually give warnings.

[@hifinsword]

When I was 5 y/o walking home alone from school, a pack of dogs started surrounding me while barking. I climbed up on the nearest car. An older woman who probably owned the car came out and retrieved me. She must have known my parents b/c my mom came and walked with me home. The dogs were still there barking on the way home. I reacted instinctively. I don't listen to people that tell me their dog wouldn't hurt a flea. If they're in a pack, they might just kill you!

[@Yodaandhislightsabre]

My advice, use bear spray. On the owner

[@DougHinVA]

repel th dog with 'bear spray' and stay quiet. Be prepared to retain a lawyer and he will do the talking to police and a judge.

[@davidwatson8142]

Than sue the owner of the dog for emotional damage.

[@JohnDoe-yi4xd]

Where do you get bear spay from?

[@tokyo1price142]

@@JohnDoe-yi4xd buy it i guess

[@DougHinVA]

@@JohnDoe-yi4xd most any gun shop has it... a slightly larger can than personal pepper spray

[@kgs2280]

Your first technique actually saved me once when I was charged by a bull. Yes, a bull, not a dog. I didn’t see the bull at first because there was a hill on the property, and he came up from behind the hill, saw me and started charging. I looked quickly toward the fence and could see that I wouldn’t make it to the fence before he got to me, so I raised my arms and yelled “STOP!”. Darned if that bull didn’t stop on the spot. I started backing toward the fence, but about a third of the way to it, he charged again. So I did the same thing again, and it worked. So I backed up another third of the way toward the fence, and when he put his head down to charge again I was pretty sure he wasn’t going to fall for my trick a third time, and I ran and jumped over that fence so fast! Thanks for the tips.

[@JamesTsividis]

Wow.

[@Steppenwolf27]

I thought this story was going to turn into a joke.

[@bassandspaceable]

That's scary af. I'm sure your heart rate was close to 200

[@jeffbrunswick5511]

I was chased by a bull once, but I just ran and cleared that huge fence like it was nothing. 😄

[@kgs2280]

@@jeffbrunswick5511Glad you made it! For some reason I have never, even when young, been able to run very well, so I knew my limitations, and couldn’t have risked it.

[@joeshaw5817]

I have been distance running for over 40 years. I run about 15 to no more than 20 miles per week. Just recreational running for this average 65 yr old guy. I have been attacked by dozens of dogs thru the years while running on a public road or street. I have only had to physically defend myself against 2 dogs in all that time. Most dogs just back away using any of the techniques explained in this video. My solution is for the dogs that do not back away. First off, prepare yourself. I always have a huge cannister of "bear pepper spray" attached to one side of my belt. On the other side I have a 6" hunting knife. Most importantly, I prepare myself mentally to destroy and kill any dog or dogs that attack me. I use the pepper spray when a dog gets within striking distance which is about 5 feet. I have used pepper spray a couple of hundred times thru the years. It works great. Even if you don't directly hit them, they still get a whiff of it and stop immediately. If you get a direct hit in their face, they will stop...then start crying, whimpering, etc, looking confused and dazed. I then keep running. One time my pepper spray missed and I raised my right hand for him to bite--which he did which required 5 stiches--and I stabbed him with 3 quick thrusts to the torso with my left hand. The dog immediately dropped and I kept running. I kept looking back as I was running away and the dog was laying in the street barely moving. That is the last I ever saw of that dog. This was right before dark on a semi country road with houses about 50 yards apart. I never ran that street again. Yes, I was somewhat "shook up" about it because I like dogs. I have 2 myself. The second time was against 2 dogs. My pepper spray stopped one with a direct hit to the face. The second dog strongly bit me on my right thigh. I immediately felt my life was in danger and the adrenaline kicked in. I kinda lost my composure and grabbed the top of his head to try and keep him away but he kept wildly biting my forearm. The next thing I knew I was repeatedly stabbing him in the face, torso, neck...where ever I could stab. I fell to the street with the severely injured dog and I just kept stabbing him over and over. After about 10 seconds the dog stopped moving. He was dead. I was bleeding. Neighbors came out...called 911...went to the hospital and the various bites (mostly to my thigh) required about 20 stiches. Police were there, it was a horrific scene. Owners of the dead dog were crying. I filed a police report. I went after them in small claims court for my emergency medical bill (about $1,200) and won. In court these assholes said I should not have been running on the PUBLIC STREET in front of their house. Judge just shook his head in disbelief. Took me 6 months to get the money out of them, and that's only because I put a lien on their home. I still run and walk today with a nice scar on my right thigh to never let me forget. The final take on all of this: be mentally and physically prepared to defend yourself to the death. I still carry my pepper spray and the same knife with to this day.

[@karlmadsen3179]

I am with you 600% on this one. Runner for years. Same defensive attitude. Never had to stab a dog. But I would in a heartbeat. People don't realize the damage a dog attack can deliver. I will not be a victim.

[@1SnuffySmith]

Kudos to you. When I was a kid I would ride my bike past this one house. Their bulldog always chased me and nipped at my Achille's tendon. I complained to the owner who like many dog owners I've met over the years, swore that their dog would never hurt anybody. I found out that he had chased a lot of other people too. Like dealing with a bully, one day I jumped off my bicycle and chased him. He left me alone after that, just barking from the safety of his house.

[@leonardwei3914]

I run a fair bit myself over the years in numerous countries and places, and have only been attacked by random dogs on the street two times. The best defense is situational awareness. Too many times I see other runners with headphones on and not paying attention. Second best defense is creating distance. I used to carry just a knife with me, but didn't like the idea of having the dog on me to be able to use it. So I upgraded to a chest rig that I can hold a more potent and longer distant weapon if you catch my drift. It also allowed me to carry a personal IFAK (First Aid Kit) with me, luckily haven't needed to use either yet. I will note there are two other times rando dogs came up to me, but they were friendly. The first time I heard a jingling from behind and I looked around just in time for a small dog to jump at my back. I turned to confront it, but he just wanted to play. He stopped as if he was alerted by something, and took off in the other direction. I've also had goats chase me one time, but they just wanted to chew on my shorts.

[@WriterandPhotographer]

Good story..........I am a year older than you and a cyclist. I ride several miles every morning. A few months back, I was attacked by two very aggressive dogs. I immediately got on the other side of my bike and held it up like a shield. I yelled at the dogs thinking the owner would show up and grab them. I carry a sidearm and a utility knife. They were within about 4-5 feet and if they had gotten any closer, I would have probably gone with the utility knife first. After what seemed like an eternity, the lame-brain owner came out. I'm sure my blood pressure was up in the stratosphere. No other neighbors came out of their houses. There might have been two dead dogs that day, although one was clearly the alpha dog. I stopped riding that route for a week or two and then returned to that route. Have seen the dogs with one of the owners twice since. Just give the guy a dirty look. Sorry you had to be left with scars because of irresponsible owners.

[@nicolaxoxo1]

I agree. I carry both. After numerous attacks by lose dogs, one of which injured my dog, I decided to never have to sit helpless in this situation and let my dog be killed. Nope. Last loose dog the firm voice telling it to go home didn’t work. A kick to the face did. Not recommended as it could have bitten my foot and pulled me to the ground. It was intuition and reflex. I got lucky. I still carry the knife. Besides loose dogs there are many coyotes here and they are no longer scared of humans

[@starrystarrynight6281]

I was bit in the forearm by a large pitbull. I fell to the ground. I had 5 large dogs circling me and looking down at me. I stood up slowly and wanted to scream because it hurt horribly, but I didn’t make a sound. With my arm still in his mouth. I looked him straight in the eyes and said in a low growl “let go.” He did. Many stitches later with fat hanging out of my arm. It healed. God really saved me from death that day, but that’s what worked for me.

[@reginaangell5327]

Many dogs who are trained are given the command "Release" and they will if they know this and you say that to them.

[@Misfit-from-Zanti]

When bicycle riding on several occasions, I've been chased by dogs. It's really a heart pounding experience. I started carrying a spray bottle filled with half water and half ammonia. Usually it stops them in their tracks. Mostly they run off. I've had only one so determined enough to get close. Got a good squirt up his nose and he hit the road hard. Ya know..? The owners always seem to be laughing about their dogs chasing you till they run yelping. All of a sudden, yer the bad guy. Never talk with them. If you get injured call the police and call a lawyer. Don't talk to the police either. State only dog chased you and made you fall. Bad dog owners are bad people all around.

[@Julian_Wang-pai]

I've cycled around our local community (rural northeast Thailand) for years. Dogs are free to roam here and they rarely miss a chance to challenge me when I zip past. In the early days I used to worry about it but not any more. There are a few tricks; don't vere from your track or show alarm if you can help it, speed up to outpace the threat is obvious but slowing down is even more effective - dogs lose interest almost immediately if there's nothing to chase. I've NEVER yet been bitten on my bicycle.

[@steves1460]

I think it is a sign of domination that the dog wants to run faster than you and then run across your path to show that it is more powerful. Had this many times on my bike and the odd smaller dog has gone under the wheels as they suddenly veer across. Only once have i been bitten and the owner came out with that classic line, he’s never done that before!! Had that been a child…

[@rovanek9457]

Some goes for bad cyclists!riding on the side walk instead of the street or a group of lance Armstrong bitches who think it s ok to race on the street!

[@MasochistMouse]

Actually had a dog come out in the road barking at me even when I went to the other side of the road because I seen the dog in the yard in a town that has strict leash laws...and the owner was in the yard, he only chuckled & told me proudly to be careful his dog bites, the dog had even got a few kids! He's just lucky I don't carry- I would've left the carcass in the road for him to clean-up (I love dogs but what kind of a jack@$$ doesn't have control & brags about their dog attacking children?!?!)

[@Julian_Wang-pai]

@@MasochistMouse dogs have a strong instinct to attack large animals - usually as a pack. I was cycling yesterday when a fairly chunky bulldog ran alongside me barking like hell and shaping to snap at my ankle. They never do, never have; maybe my body odour puts them off 😂🤣😂

[@TravisMurdock]

I struggle a bit with the suggestion of lying down on your belly in a worst-case scenario. I've been in two situations where a dog was trying to kill a human or another dog. My suggestion is to fight back, not give up. If you have a stick, swing it hard. If you have thumbs, stick them in the eyes of the dog. Grabbing the dog and using your weight to force it to the ground will cause almost any dog to submit. Kicking a dog very hard in the side or on the head will cause it to back up. Yes, you are going to get bit, scratched and hurt. But, you will save those around you and the dog will give up when you wound it. In the situations I've been in, very large dogs will back away when they see that you can hurt them, and your attack on them stops as soon as they back away. Even with bears or cougars, experts say that once you go down, you fight, and sometimes they will give up. Of course, fighting is the last resort, but giving up doesn't seem like the right approach, in my opinion.

[@fuseau3694]

Same with human criminals

[@shteebo]

I agree. Leaving your feet is insane. Why in the world would I want to move my face and neck closer to an excited dog's teeth? Your upright posture is a big problem for the dog who is forced to attack your ankles leading with his mouth. Make it clear that if he does, you are going to be kicking and punching down on his head. Getting anything hard in your hand and showing you are ready to use it can be a big help. Dogs recognize the danger that poses.

[@Steppenwolf27]

I worked for a veterinarian in a rural area when I was in high school and we dealt with a lot of large aggressive dogs. The first technique was to establish dominance. That always worked for me, so I never had to resort to the more violent approach. I never actually had to do it, but the vet told me that if a large dog charged me, I should kick it in the chin, then get behind it and put it in a headlock. I never had to do it, but it had worked for him. When I lived in Mongolia I occasionally took trips to the countryside. Rural Mongolians often keep large guard dogs and there aren't many fences. I was frequently charged by big dogs and I just ignored them and kept walking. In one hilarious incident I was walking with my Mongol girlfriend in the evening through a cow field. The cows were watching us as they do in that creepy way. Two large dogs suddenly emerged and charged us, barking emphatically. We just kept walking. They got to us and we didn't react, then they turned to a nearby cow and barked at it for a few seconds, then they ran back to wherever they had come from. My girlfriend laughed and said they were embarrassed. They tried to scare us, but we didn't react, so they barked at the cow, which didn't react, so they went home.

[@kathryncarter6143]

That is rather funny. I have to say that I know that creepy cow stare; & I love cows too. However in this case, I think I'd almost be more fearful of the creepy cow than the dramatic dogs.

[@alk3myst]

It's going to be hard for most to get a larger dog into a head lock. I trained in MMA, Wrestling, all sports, and weight lift (5'10 @ 205 lbs below 10% body fat). Some large dog coming at me, I hope I have a gun, knife or OC Spray. I have tried in the past, but a kick just pisses the dog off more.

[@jimbonater]

@@alk3myst As long as its only 1 dog you would take them easily. Its when there are two dogs that it becomes very dangerous. Especially if they are both over 100lbs which when this happened to me I was hiking in Alaska and had bear spray on me. I didn't need to use it, but was pretty ticked off at the owner of the dogs as I was using her first technique of showing dominance and my wife was freaking out behind me. I kept my wife behind me and the dogs at bay until the owners caught up to them 😒😒

[@jeffreydallas6047]

When a dog is 100% going to bite you offer your forearm. It sucks, it's going to hurt but it will be much better than anywhere else. I messed up and walked behind a man with a trained guard dog. I acted like the trainer it bit my forearm brought me down to the ground I called him a good boy and he went right back to his owner. A regular dog probably will not let off so just so you know eyes are soft spots.

[@dave93x]

Sorry but trying to get a dog, a ball of angry muscle, in a headlock isn't really a great option. I don't believe it would be for me and a dog anywhere over 25kg. The squirming they do when they want to get out of your grip is insane. All it takes is a full body squirm and its head is rotated enough and it's now on top of you at your throat.

[@legittaco3870]

I fully agree with her initial responses. But when a vicious dog doesn’t relent, I absolutely disagree with submissive responses - be a tree, laydown and cover your neck/head, etc. I’ve dealt with charging pit bulls and other large breeds, and have stopped their attacks by hitting them on their snout. If available use an object - hat, stick, other - or an open hand stricking downward or an angle to avoid their teeth. Giving sharp verbal commands - stop, heal, down - are also important. You hope the initial responses halts their charge. But when they don’t, submitting to a vicious/rabid dog(s) can be deadly.

[@cmudd9788]

If a dog is barking at you it usually means it’s afraid of you. Most of the time if a dog is going to attack, it’s not going to bark, it’s going to come right out and attack. A barking dog is basically like a human talking big so they don’t have to fight. It’s the quiet ones you have to worry about.

[@X6800]

Especially when they come up out of nowhere from behind.

[@Steppenwolf27]

"Afraid" is not the right word.

[@DebSherr]

" Talking big! " 😂 that's a cute way of putting it. ❤

[@juliegogola4647]

The only dog that ever bit me on purpose ( I broke up a dog fight and got bit by accident once) was a Chihuahua mix dog. He wagged his tail when I talked to him, so, although I'd been warned to not pet him, I did, and crunch on my finger he went.

[@iunderstanphotography2780]

@@juliegogola4647 them damn dogs always bite!

[@donjindra]

Back in the 70s I was a distance runner. So I ran across a lot of dogs on long runs. If one charged toward me I'd yell at it and grab the closest rock. Most often dogs understand you have a weapon and stop dead in their tracks. They seem to know this even if there is no rock but you just pretend to pick one up.

[@timsteinkamp2245]

This is something I learned today. Many have suggested it. Maybe pretend you have one in your pocket if none are close by or put one in your pocket just in case?

[@michaellucero3118]

my mom told me a story about her picking up a fake rock to scare off a charging dog. years later i was charged by a German Shepard and pretended to pick up a large rock and the Shepard turned around and ran while randomly turning his eyes back at me while he left.

[@lukechristwalker]

Found out the same thing 45 years ago when I was a door to door salesman. This big dog started after me, growling with his head lowered; attack mode. I did the same way; bent my knees a bit, lowered my head and in a menacing low voice stood my ground with a 4 inch pocket knife I made sure he could see. Didn't take long for him to back down. Granted, he hadn't had time for that adrenaline rush, but I was ready.

[@horizonsedgepromotions6588]

@@timsteinkamp2245 you never tried running with a rock-it in your pocket dit you? lol

[@rickford2697]

Especially for pitbulls

[@tangowhiskey7476]

My experience with out of control dogs is defend yourself. Since I have my granddaughters with me when walking I always have pepper spray, stick or pistol, and use them in that escalation. Used pepper spray once on an irresponsibly owned shepherd, one squirt in the face dog went home. Stick in the throat is very effective, they will have their mouth already opened. A bullet placed in the front of the chest is an instant kill, just watch your down range, dropped him where he stood. Warning shots are not recommended unless you know exactly where the bullet will end. Also a shot just behind the front leg and centered on the body is a dead right there. Owners need to train their dogs to respect people at all times. Humans life is too precious. My family has dogs and cats that behave. Be safe and don’t be a victim, be alpha.

[@dulciemidwinter1925]

If we dared do that in England we would be charged by the police. Farmers are allowed to shoot a dog if it is worrying their sheep or so I believe but for the general public it is a huge no no. I have to say that more and more reports are coming out about people being attacked by dogs either being physically attacked by them or being charged by a dog while they are cycling. Recently, and tragically a young female dog walker (with far too many dogs) was attacked and killed by them. The dogs were taken away by the police who were trying to match which dogs were responsible and which were not. Now its all gone quiet and as far as I am aware they are still being held. I think it became a pack mentality and that one or two dogs turned on her and most of the rest joined in. I wouldn't trust any of them again personally.

[@AtmxDawg24]

I think he’s full of dog Shit if you ask me. Try shooting a Dog in puberty and see how fast your butt will get arrested and fined and spend time in jail for it. He had better lay off that Whiskey, it’s rotting what little brain cells he has left.🧐

[@richardlanier2113]

​@@jamesw.6931 If a dog does it once, they will so it again. When my disability gets approved I'm getting myself a pistol. To hell with what this woman says. Put the dog down. No sense in damaging someone's car, and being a tree is just stupid. I've been attacked by a dog. Not all of them are sweet little babies. If you don't have a gun, get a knife. I keep a blade on me at all times. Bye bye doggy.

[@richardlanier2113]

Much agreed tango whiskey. Sometimes you have to put them down. I've been attacked by one as a child. It was the scariest thing ever. My dad threatened to sue the owner if she didn't get rid of it. She had it put down like a proper owner. A dog being vicious for no reason is unacceptable.

[@BornAgainCynic0086]

@@jamesw.6931 if it's off a leash and you are under threat, kill it. twice more likely to be killed by a dog than killed by lightning.

[@patrickmcgrath5411]

MY "12 GAUGE" COMES TO MIND 👍😎

[@luispina4012]

Hell yes....

[@lancecorporal9894]

Two stories about neighbors that had vicious dogs they did NOT keep locked up or leashed despite of the local laws. Story #1: Neighbor had a German Shepard that would always come charging at my wife as she took her daily stroll to the point she quit walking as she was scared of being attacked, complaints to the owners did no good and animal services was of no help. So one day I went with her and took a small air horn, we got to the area and sure enough dog number one came charging barking and slobbering like it was going to kill and the big fat beer drinking owner just stood there calling it. I waited until it got close and quickly shoved the air horn in it's face and let it fly! That dog screamed and took off yelping and shaking its head and the neighbor then stood up and looked at me with a mad face and I just stared back and just yelled "LEASH LAW!" He sat back down as he knew he was in the wrong. Story #2: Was walking my old dog with my grandson at a park when a dog came charging out baring it's teeth and right when it reached out with an open mouth to bite my dog I kicked it as hard as I could in the shoulder hard enough to lift it into the air, it ran off screaming while it's owner began yelling at me, again I just yelled "LEASH LAW!" and kept going while resisting the temptation to kick him also.

[@solomontown2808]

It's true. A whole separate category of people get a charge when their aggressive dog scares someone. I hear them brag about it... Macho by proxy.

[@carlowood9834]

Much better than laying on the ground and "hope the dog will leave after biting you a few times". If a dog actually attacks me it is my intention to kill it, no matter what: it shouldn't have bitten me. I'll break its neck.

[@DIEmicrosoft]

Dr Martins.

[@nightmarerex2035]

sucsk toomeanyt loopholes tho they "patched" a loophole where drop the leash and it s"on leash" but NEVER patched the loophole where you see a dog on the street that got out and PURPOSLY run it over and SUE for insurance claims! just wow and none says anything about it!

[@andrewstones2921]

@@carlowood9834 I agree with you 100%, but if its a big big dog and a small female lady that is being charged, well that's different. And the lie face down and protect neck and face advice only really applies if you are already on the ground and out of other options.

[@Mytube8I]

I know a delivery guy and he said every time he’s been bit by a dog it’s always the dog that the owners say “don’t worry they won’t bite” or “they just want to say hi”. It’s always the dogs the “won’t bite” you that end up biting you. Owners, TRAIN YOUR DOGS better or at least warn people - ESPECIALLY delivery people - that your dog can be aggressive so you’re not potentially putting them in a dangerous situation when they bring you deliveries.

[@reb1050]

Two things. I have a 115 lb. Boxer that is quite unique in size and color. He's tall enough to lay his head on the dining room table, he's white with large fawn spots, and one blue eye. He's shy around people, but not aggressive. I have had numerous people walk up wanting to get a closer look and they often want to pet him. They often ask "Does he bite?" My standard answer is simple "He's got teeth, doesn't he?' I give a similar answer when asked if my horse kicks. "He's got hooves, doesn't he?" As far as proper training, one must realize that their dog is an animal. They have instincts that we do not have. Another Boxer we have was great around other people for the first 2 yrs. of her life. Then, one day my wife and I were walking the 2 Boxers and were passing by 3 women walking the other direction. no one made any move towards us or the dogs, but as they passed by, the female Boxer lunged at the women without any warning. I was quick enough to grab the leash and stop her. From that day on, we could not carry that female anywhere in public without a muzzle on her. Keep your ANIMALS under control at all times and always watch how they react with others...because ya never know.

[@NOBODY-cn6fj]

@@reb1050 idiot

[@SatumainenOlento]

Yes! When the owner says that "they don't bite" I get more nervous as I know that the dog's owner is not up to the task of owning dog and won't give any help in the situation. I am not taking my eyes off that beast of them after that sentence!

[@HeLpLOstGOdAny1]

Yep, a lot of those types of idiots around

[@TsetsiStoyanova]

I was once told by a 7-year old boy that when you see a big dog coming towards you, you should not be afraid and run, but instead, bend down, pickup rocks and stones and start throwing them at the dog. i have used this tactic several times and it was honestly one of the best advises i ever got! Most dogs are afraid of stones.

[@christianprepper939]

This is good advice. Or have a few stones in your pocket.

[@DonBrock01]

That's probably true. When I throw snowballs at my dogs it scares the daylights out of them

[@computerjantje]

I would not advice to bend down to pick something up. also you have to be able to aim very well on a moving towards you object. I am sure in a kids animation movie it would work

[@idont888]

That only works with dogs that have been hit with rocks or sticks. And you can tell the difference just act as if you picking up something if he stops you good.. If he doesn't bust him upside hos head big rock stick or bite him first.

[@jskyg68]

my Grandpa taught me that when I was 5 he said even if you can't find a rock or stick just act like you're picking one up and act like you're going to throw it.....it's saved me at least 8 times.

[@CDHpetcare]

As a dog walker living in town where there are LOTS of stray dogs, I found this video to be extremely helpful. Thank you.

[@zflynn2]

The worst-case scenario or close to it is when a large club, firearm, or repeated thrusts with a large knife come in handy. And for those of you who think that's cruel, just replace an attacking dog with an attacking person who refuses to back down and see if you think that is cruel.

[@leecowell8165]

Exactly. An attacking person is no match for a dog because we have weaponry. Not even a lion can stand up to a person with a wrecking bar that ain't afraid to use it. Yep anything that bar hits is gonna be smashed and/or stabbed!

[@mybad8805]

I have more empathy for the dog.

[@l-_-sage-_-l]

@@mybad8805Then you have issues

[@DannyLou03]

It is still curel... But necessary.

[@theepistemiccafe]

If you're saying all is equal - meaning you don't have the intellect to solve the situation other than violence and it's beast against beast - than i definitely am pulling for the dog.

[@barrydraper]

Bear spray works amazingly well, within a 30 foot range. It's not just dogs that pose a threat, in rural some areas.

[@santamanone]

Two slugs to the head are more effective. Works better on bears too.

[@rosemarykoval8202]

Wasp spray shoots far like that too.

[@sindento1942]

@@santamanone You have to be level-headed, confident and a very good shot, not many people are like that and would have more chance with the bear spray as it's easier to use by the average person. Statistically bear spray is more effective, allegedly, but that won't come into your mind with a charging bear 20 yards away or less.

[@rickdeckard1075]

@@santamanone then the owner either shoots back or sues you, and you get arrested and your firearm confiscated, you will be lucky to escape without a felony

[@dadalacks]

@@rickdeckard1075after you defend yourself, you leave. Simple.

[@grahamshelton6759]

I came here for the comments, and wasn't disappointed 😂

[@dragonfirefunctionalfitnes7925]

Yes! LOL!

[@PC-uh6hk]

Me too.

[@loudaddy2001]

@@wafou8702 idiot🙄

[@ernestturner915]

@@loudaddy2001 really? Have you ever been attacked by a vicious do? Typical Monday- morning quarterback..

[@billyandrew]

@@ernestturner915 Agree! Can never find a vicious dog when you need one, can you? 😜😂😂

[@antoineaaron3754]

The last time I jumped on a car (as a teenager) the dogs jumped on the car too. I’m thankful the owner came out right on time. Nowadays, doing utility work, I come across dogs all the time. I stand my ground and I’m always ready to fight. I have a powerful taser if they get too close. Never had to shock a dog though (or a dog owner lol) They hate the loud noise it makes

[@paultoth7853]

As a paperboy in the 80s I had a jackass customer that thought it was funny when his Doberman would chase me on my bicycle. I got bit a few times. One day I dumped all my newspapers out of the thick canvas bag I used to carry the papers. Dog came at me, I went for him and I managed to get the dog's head mostly in the bag and I wrapped the strap around the dog's neck. I proceeded to beat the shit out of that dog and I even bit the dog in multiple places drawing blood and attempted to strangle the dog. Owner called the cops. Since it was known that this guy let his dog run around the neighborhood the cops did not do anything. Dog had to go to the vet to get stitched up from where I bit him. Guy kept his dog penned up. That dog was scared to death of me from that point on.

[@victorkramer2596]

Man, fucking based You made that dog your bitch

[@drchilapastrosodrlasmacas438]

The only way to cherish dogs.

[@paultoth7853]

Cherish dogs? WTF are you talking about? I still have the freaking scars on my left buttock from where I had to be stitched up due to this dog. I was young, twelve. The dog probably weighed 75% what I did and was most certainly stronger and faster than me. Should I have allowed that dog to get me down and rip my face apart? FU dumbasses. I do love animals but I certainly will not stand to be a chew toy.

[@23likemotion]

good job 👏🏾 fuck tryna be a alpha male

[@cattyom3]

A dog met a werewolf lol

[@bobwasilewski5768]

When I was about 9 years old, I was walking down a country road with my older step-sister. An aggressive and large dog came charging out at us at a driveway. This guy was barking like crazy, and charging full speed. Hey, I was a kid. My reaction was pure instinct. I spun towards the dog, scooped up a handful of rocks, yelled at the dog and threatened him with my handful of rocks. It all really happened in a second or three. The dog did a full power stop, spun around and ran back home. Sometimes they expect prey. If you run, you'll be caught, dragged down, and end up injured or dead. They don't expect a fierce, aggressive response. That seems to totally surprise them and stop them in their tracks. Just a thought, based on experience.

[@marktwain368]

Thanks, Bob. I think you nailed it. Here in Toronto Canada all the new dog owners seem to choose Rottweilers. mastiffs, pit bulls, Husky or other dangerous breed. These owners do little to control them or don't have the wits to lock them up at night. There's a war with dogs coming, trust me.

[@SaccoBelmonte]

I once learned that "if you make it look like you're grabbing a stone from the floor the dog will go away (If there are stones, better)"... It totally worked; I reached down for an imaginary stone on the pavement and the dog (a very aggressive German Shepperd) instantly started running away from me.

[@Lois-o1f]

Works for me😊

[@FredericiasChannel]

@SaccoBelmonte "I reached down for an imaginary stone on the pavement" I gotta try that one. I don't have a very convincing voice for shouting but something like this might do the trick.

[@preacherjohn]

Can confirm: this worked to put off stray dogs that were following me one night in Mexico..

[@brendamello2202]

00​@@FredericiasChannel

[@edkonstantellis9094]

I have been in three situations where a dog has charged me over a ten year period while being an inspector of public utilities crossing private property and twice on my own property (7ac) with aggressive dogs. I purposely walked in direction of their aggression and they retreated. Maybe I was lucky? Your instruction is on-point👍 ...just never show fear

[@russmode]

I am a legal CPL holder and firearm training, and carry at most times. I am not ashamed to say, especially now after reading so many people's stories, I would not hesitate shooting a large dog that was charging at me aggressively.

[@iesusegoconfidoinvobis4309]

Absolutely, I believe in self defense.

[@Sid-gu5qk]

Paranoia and ignorance is a bad combination. 😮

[@ericwhitlam7517]

​@@Sid-gu5qkYou try your method we will try ours and see who gets bit

[@Sid-gu5qk]

@@ericwhitlam7517 I stand by my comment. If you aren't educated about dog behavior by now, it's probably too late. Oh well.

[@chloemartel9927]

I have been bitten once. It won't happen again. I carry too.

[@johndanger8717]

There were 41 fatal dog attacks in 2020 in the US alone, that is twice the fatality rate from lightning strikes...

[@JonathanOvnat]

Question is how many of those were in a public space.

[@joejones9520]

@@JonathanOvnat no, that's not really the question.

[@OttoMatieque]

@@joejones9520 yes, that was his question.

[@savinghistory642]

Many are from pitbulls that blacks own to make them look hard core. They have no idea about what it really means to have a pet. Blacks have given pitbulls a bad name.

[@peterdarr383]

@@joejones9520 Jesus is always the answer.

[@quantumdecoherence1289]

I go for bike rides regularly by rural farm roads in Illinois and it astonishes me how many owners do not leash their dogs. I've been attacked and bitten by pit bulls on the bike and chased many times. I carry bear spray on me now and conceal and carry and as much as I love dogs, as a dog owner myself, I would not hesitate for a moment to put down a dog that has the intention of harming me.

[@marktwain368]

Damn right!

[@RGMDG]

100%. Love Dogs, but if its me or the dog, my opposable thumbs will grip my gun and shoot it...

[@jimreadey4837]

It's rural. Why would that astonish you?

[@RainesJade]

​@@jimreadey4837because it's the law to keep them on their property. Roads are for the public. People have gotten killed by dogs for this reason.

[@jimreadey4837]

So,@@RainesJade, you were astonished to learn that dog owners who live in rural parts don't leash their dogs?

[@Joe_Goofball]

This may sound crazy, but I was once a door-to-door salesman that would occasionally encounter untethered dogs in unfenced front yards as I approached the door. The dogs would bark furiously and slowly approach me, sometimes showing their teeth. Knowing that many people talk to their dogs as if they were children, I would say to the dog "Hello, puppy! Are you a GOOD puppy? Is mom home?". My reasoning was that the last time the dog was called "puppy" was when it really was a puppy, when they always to seem to love everybody, and everybody pets the dog and gives it treats. I believed the dog would remember that time and stop its aggression. I knew from my own childhood that our family dogs always knew who "mom" was. Most of the time, it worked. They never seemed to completely trust me, but rather than attack me, they usually followed me as I walked to the front door and knocked. Once the homeowner opened the door, the dog completely calmed down. Only once was I bitten--the homeowner opened the front door and shouted something in Spanish as the dog came up behind me and bit me just above the ankle. The dog quickly ran away, and as I was wearing Shark skin western boots, I wasn't injured.

[@nealdewar9959]

That reconstruction of her throwing her kid on the car appealed to my sense of humour 😂

[@AKHWJ3ST]

Just how well can a pregnant woman throw a child on a car. I'm sure she was just exaggerating, but I don't really find that comical at all.

[@jskyg68]

cracked me up too

[@nealdewar9959]

@@AKHWJ3ST I'm speaking about the clip she used of a dummjy being thrown on a car. She used the term loosely. Let's not get into the asshole of things.. Its hard times we need a laugh in these hard times friend.

[@bubbalong7646]

And then the car took off

[@bubbalong7646]

@@nealdewar9959 Well, you got a good laugh cuz if Cujo is charging you, you'll need help from Mr Smith and Mr Wesson or from Col Sam Colt and some reliable Federal ammo. (This is not an advertisement.)

[@johnthomas4081]

I had a giant Alaskan Malamute and walked him twice a day. The morning walk was around our block (approx 1/2 mile) and there was this dog on a chain that would bark crazy every time. One morning it broke it’s chain and ran to us. I used pepper spray and it worked very well.

[@hulksmash5467]

I did this, my wife was charging my card and I locked eyes on her! She barked at me but I stood my ground! 💪😁

[@rapid5208]

😁

[@1DerTempler]

But she won on points a day after.... no sex, no food, no bed...... give card she ordered and you sit and gave card.... good boy she said....

[@harvey1954]

Next time she starts to charge hit her on the nose with a rolled up copy of Ms.

[@anthonyo.thector32]

Best comment. Very creative.

[@susanhartson5415]

Looks like you trained her well...lol

[@tiredlawdog]

I have to agree with you 100 per cent. I had a very aggressive and large rottweiler come up on my blind side and bite me. I turned and hollered at him to stop. This stopped him from farther aggression. The owner came and retrieved him. I did suffer a pretty severe bite, but it could have certainly been worse. Good advise.

[@craigeckhoff8519]

As a bicyclist dogs try to attack me often. The owners seem to think their dog is so well trained that wouldn't happen. I take the upper hand. My legs are strong as iron from years of training. If a dog gets close enough to bite, a HARD kick in the head sends it crying all the way home. I have knocked dogs out on occasion. I like dogs but I don't like getting bit.

[@bridgetoofar8756]

If you often face dogs attacks while on bike, I can give you an advice which helps. Get a trigger spray with the adjustable nozzle choke. Adjust its clicks to be able to shoot 6-7m. Attach 200cc screw top bottle for tank. Fill it up with pepper, vinegar, and chili(filtered). Carry that spray in a sling holder on your shoulder through the neck. This way, you can shoot the attacking dogs while on bike with ease. That is what I have been doing for the past 3 years. You can defend yourself while riding. I am keen to spread this information to reduce the numbers of the potential victims. When the force of brute strikes, our best defense is our readiness.

[@bubbalong7646]

That's real great. Have you ever had to receive the Pasteur treatment?

[@bubbalong7646]

@@bridgetoofar8756 I like the trigger part. A pistol trigger.

[@cactustree6009]

And I'm sick of people on bikes not using their bell and alerting me as they come up from behind because my dog does lunge at bikes. If you alert me, I can restrain my dog better so my dog doesn't end up lunging at you.

[@bubbalong7646]

@@cactustree6009 It's this simple: your mutt would lunge at me one time and it would never lunge again. Comprends?

[@N1976DL]

The worst part about loose dogs are the belligerent owners. “Oh, he don’t bite.”

[@Duke49th]

Well some of us know that our dog(s) don't bite. But I agree that too many don't know shit about their dog.

[@Jjjj0000f]

@@Duke49th none of you know what you're dog will or won't do it's a wild animal.

[@Duke49th]

@@Jjjj0000f bullshit

[@Jjjj0000f]

@@Duke49th That's a smart answer. Do you have any evidence to back it up? People don't know if their own family are capable of murder. Harold Shipman, Ted Bundy, Joseph Fritzel, Ian Huntley. Do you think their parents always knew that they were going to murder? No they changed just like your dog can.

[@Duke49th]

@@Jjjj0000f I don't want to bother wasting my time to an ignorant person. Hence, bullshit. But yes, my evidence is experience.

[@LeveretteJamesClifford1955]

My Border Collie and I have taken many walks when this has happened to us. She always uses her Border Collie Stare and it works! The other dogs ALWAYS leave crying. After we walk about 50 feet away, Cait turns to me with a very pleased look on her face like she is saying "We sure took care of that dog, didn't we, which I answer with a treat if I have one and a hug and I vocally praise her.

[@simongross3122]

Border Collies are very smart

[@marvac-r7916]

Great advice! 🤣🤣re your car / Josh experience. SO glad you made it ok. As a teen walking home from school one day, a big dog decided to charge at me barking. I was tired and, like my mom, victimhood is just not in my make up. Without thinking, I just turned around, started barking and ran a couple of steps toward it. That was the most confused I have ever seen any dog. Laughed all the way home.

[@biggestnaturefan]

You rock! That dog was probably thinking "that human just said WHAT?!" LOL 😂

[@ahill4642]

I appreciate this info and can relate to some of it from experience. In the 70s and 80s we were kids and it seemed like loose dogs were much more common back then. One thing that worked for me was picking up a large rock or stick if I could. Even “faking” throwing it turned many dogs away. Also even faking to pick something up sometimes worked. Ah, the good old days…

[@gerardtimings5625]

My experience is that works virtually every single time, just reaching down,

[@silverbushb448]

Lol my parents dog nipped many passersby in the seventies. Nobody ever thought of suing. Folks just figured that there were territorial dogs living in certain houses and to be extra careful when walking by and to maybe carry a stick or a garbage can lid and be prepared to haul ass. LMAO. There was no leash law back then either. Dogs, like little kids, would run loose and didn't come home until the sun started going down when they would hear their fathers or mothers yelling out their names.

[@bs2935]

That is exactly what I had the presence of mind to do when two chows came running toward me - I bent down and pretended to pick up something (unfortunately, there was nothing at hand), and when they saw that they both turned tail and ran away. I was so relieved that the trick actually worked.

[@MikeBrown-dk7or]

Good advice. I beat off a pack of wild dogs with stones in Libya. They don't want to be hurt. Also if a dog sees you are carrying a stick, it won't attack. Once just by yelling loudly at a German Shepherd, I made it run away rather than attack me. I was so afraid the yelling was my first reaction. I think also a loud noise like an air horn should make most dogs back down.

[@kidkarate420]

nobody goes outside anymore

[@DonBrock01]

I once had a doberman come charging at me and my lab while out running through a neighborhood. Before he could reach us, I picked up a heavy rock and threw it at him. By chance, I hit him right on top of his head and stopped him right in his tracks. I couldn't believe my luck.

[@horizonsedgepromotions6588]

I popped a doberman hard right on the eyebrow with a 28oz framing axe cuz he had ahold of a samoyed by the neck that came by our joist.. it took a couple seconds for him to feel it.. but he let go of the other dog, and looked at me crosseyed like "ooouch that fuckin hurt" ..

[@SeverSpanulescu]

The owner: "I once played frisbee with my doberman, when a random guy in the neighborhood knocked him with a heavy rock. While taking care of the poor dog I forgot the frisbee. Now I demand the money for the frisbee".

[@timmchugh5233]

I did the same thing with two guys that followed me out of a convenience store parking lot...

[@REDMAN298]

@@timmchugh5233 we were trying to return your credit card that you left on the counter. bwahaha

[@wildwest5436]

A few years ago I was ALMOST attacked and I say almost because the dog didn't expect my muscle memory to literally kick in. Being a black belt in Tae Kwon Do I instantly got into a fighting stance and as the large lab shepherd mix was in mid air jump to bite I did a solid front kick to his bottom jaw. He fell back and thought about attacking me again but didn't. Good for him because while he was hitting the ground, I pull my spring assist Kershaw knife out and was planning on the next strike to his side rib cage. Dog went off and never saw him again. I was amazed at the muscle memory a person retains even if they no longer train.

[@joeybleu66]

instinct. i like the knife.

[@roger4roger]

he's a black belt in taekwondo which means he has as much experience as someone who's gone to an mma gym for a few months

[@wildwest5436]

@@roger4roger lol keep thinking that!

[@roger4roger]

@@wildwest5436 you'd get beat up by a jiu jitsu teenager who has never done any striking lmao

[@FnLn55]

I bought my Kershaw 1950 "Tremor" many years ago, specifically for protection from viscious dogs. 👍👍

[@juliencooper177]

I learned from a home invasion attempt told to me by the woman who fended for herself inside the home. She thought "What?" as in what to arm herself with as the crook was damaging the back door. With nothing close, she barked viciously, like a big with the noisy breathing in included. The cop she explained this to jumped at the start of her vocal reenactment. So did I when she retold this to me with her dog voice reappearing. That crook left damage but ran for safety before being arrested. Years later, I had a big dog come at me in the dark as I was having a discussion in a parking lot with a friend. The dog was more interested in me, scent or something, and gone around me even between my buddy while I demanded to 'Go, git, scaraaam!' a few times. Then, I remembered that home invasion attempt survivor, took in a big breath and I let loose, with all the growling and breathing of a bigger dog as I bent forwards, and that dog got distance and cowered, he tried to get up and I did more then I saw a little parka on 2 legs coming and the girl's parents not far behind. A parent said, "He won't bite." to which the remainder of my voice screeched back 'I didn't know that.' I don't know if that's a recommendable way of doing things to ward off a dog, but it worked for that rambunctious dog. Anyhow, my buddy and I laughed it off, she said, "And I'll not tackle you!" 😆

[@margaritaortiz4323]

This actually happened to me years ago more times than I would care to Say.. I am a petite lady. Several dogs charged at me while I was walking. I knew I could not run. I stood My ground spoke strongly and went towards to meet them. That confused them. They would step forward and so would I. They slowly started backing away and barking . I never showed fear. I spoke strongly and they eventually backed away. I was pretty shaken. One time a doberman that already had bitten several people attacked me. I stood against a Wall and opened My umbrella. He tried to bite but his teeth would slip on the umbrella. He tried to get me to run but I stood My ground until the owner fetiched him.

[@damhatrebloc]

i pull out my spiked belt and spicy spray i dont care bout the dog and i damn sure dont care about the stupid owner. ill spray him too. but itd be illegal for me to do that right? while the owner got a potential threat to children n other animals roaming around id be the bad guy. yeah right. I wanna do sum to thse people, cause i had a kid end up in the hospital a fuckin kiDD!! cause of irresponsible...u know what, FOR NOW ON IF U WANNA KEEP YA ANIMALS SHOW IT!!!! if i see u dont care by having it leashless all the time i will make it where u NEVER see your dog again i will tranquilize it n toss it in a field some gottdamn where dont play with people be considerate. ALl i gota see is a FUCKIN kid runnin n screamin, im hunting down the owner, n having his/her dog TAKEN AWAYYYY.

[@maxwellcrazycat9204]

Running from a dog only makes them more excited. They love to chase. Plus it's unlikely one can out run a dog.

[@annexton3795]

Any dog that has attacks a human unprovoked MUST be put down that same day. If there's no law like that, you should lobby to have one passed.

[@simongross3122]

@@annexton3795 I agree with that, but I have encountered people who claim that any dog that approaches for a pat or to lick is attacking. It's true that some dogs behave inappropriately, usually because they are not trained at all, but it is also true that some people have an unreasoning fear of dogs.

[@sakabula2357]

​@@annexton3795You don't get bad dogs...only bad owners

[@DZXDachande]

This advice is great, if you see them coming. I was attacked by a German shepherd. The damned thing appeared from behind a stack of pallets and in 2 bounds, it was airborne and heading straight for my face. I barely had time to get my left arm in front of my (presumably terrified) face, so all it got was a mouthful of elbow that it couldn't really latch on to. The owner was nearby and screamed at the dog. It immediately let go and walked away like I wasn't even there in the first place. There's little doubt in my mind that if the owner hadn't been there, I would've been royally fucked. My advice? Don't be a delivery driver.

[@jodybahlke948]

I used to be a delivery driver. This is one of the reasons I quite. Had too many dogs come at me and very close calls.

[@khadijahdavis1572]

Oh my goodness, i worry about my son, he's a delivery driver just graduated from College i can't wait for him to get a better job, i encouraged him to carry his gun on him, he has a CCW, i bought him his 1st gun when he turned 21 and now he has a small armory and is a great shot, didn't know that he was going to take to firearms like he has but he's an extremely responsible young man, i told him to shoot a dog if he's being attacked or charged by an aggressive dog, i hate the fact that people will be expecting a package, knowing full well when it's coming yet don't secure their aggressive dogs, and that's how dogs get dead, better the dog than my baby any day

[@Finraen]

@@khadijahdavis1572 Get him some bear spray and tell him to use it on any dog that is even approaching or barking aggressively at him. The owners will learn to secure their dogs. Using a gun is not likely necessary and could be incredibly dangerous if used in a residential area. Might result in something tragic happening or legal troubles for your son.

[@khadijahdavis1572]

@@Finraen thank you for this advice, i will definitely get him some bear spray, and your right about possible troubles regarding deployment of his gun, but i still would want him to have it on him as a backup however i agree that using the spray 1st would possible work

[@SatumainenOlento]

If you see them coming...exactly! I have had 2 close range attacks. I had no change to prevent them, but body has great instinct to protect itself!

[@dewey5391]

Great advice on the first part, it has worked for me multiple times. I started taking a pistol with me(legally) when I walk my dog. I keep my dog on a leash, if other people don’t then they’re risking their dog getting shot. I’m not risking me and my dogs lives for some irresponsible people

[@redlightz420]

First class clown! ....and armed too, that's the problem with the U.S., too many idiots with guns!

[@lumberdog198]

I was attacked by a dog and I made myself into a tree then i was struck by lightning three times. Not my day.

[@jongilbertson2106]

Did the dog then pee on you?

[@LIBqueen]

Lol

[@johnadams-wp2yb]

Sorry to hear that. That sounds shocking

[@lumberdog198]

@Joe D ty good advice!

[@SgtSteel1]

+Eric T That made me lol :D

[@samiam3297]

As a runner ive had my share of encounters. The yell stop does work (sometimes) rocks also do the trick (keep one in the hand always) but the pocket knife always works when full on attack. Self defense is self defense.

[@Maseventh]

So, unfortunately you've had to use the knife, too?

[@sl4983]

@@Maseventh Lol right? Mutts.

[@larabardot6836]

What about a pepper spray?

[@crubrutockcsgo]

I also carry a pocket knife but how do you use it on a dog? won't the dog bite you before you can stab the dog?

[@maybeitsnotalex]

@@larabardot6836 I'm guessing that would work, but yk, just don't miss

[@richarda996]

Several years ago, there was a dog on the way to my children’s school. That was chasing and attempting to bite them. I put on a pair of steel toe boots and off on a bicycle I went. In the middle of the road off the porch came the dog. Upon closing I kicked hard turning the dog completely around, with the dog yelping in pain. The owner jumped up hollowing “ that dog don’t bite.” I replied you were not looking at the same end that I was.. I will be back with the kids in the morning, so the dog will get the same treatment each time till he or you learns to stay out of the road. After two more trips no more problems. I have had several dog bites in my life, none of which I deserved.

[@jddillon6842]

Good for you! I think I'm going to get some good pepper spray and a steel baton myself. As aggressive as some dog breeds are today, maybe an aluminium baseball bat across their head might teach them some mild manners. LOL

[@janicesmith4862]

I carry a stun gun flashlight. Sometimes when you make the noise itself it sends them running away. Hope I never have to actually use it on one. If I get approached from behind, idk. I usually have my finger on the slide & the other on the button but.........

[@metadelic6338]

Agreed bro!

[@oceaser6977]

I’m a utility worker and wear steel toe shoes just for dogs. I’m gonna spray them with do mace and kick them til the stop moving 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@simon6071]

This is a true story. One day I was taking an adventurous walk alone to the country side when I was a little boy about 12 years old. I came to a small concrete path that passed in front of a house about 100 feet away and I saw a big wolf-like dog in front of the house. The dog started to growl at me and approached me menacingly. I looked around to see if there were adults whom I could call for help but I saw none. I was sure if I turned my back and tried to run away, the big dog would chase me and attack me. I looked for stones on the ground that I could throw at the dog in self-defense but found none. Then I made a decision which could have saved my life. I pretended that I picked up a stone quickly from the ground and then stood up and threw the imaginary stone at the dog. I also shouted angrily at the top of my voice as I pretended to throw the imaginary stone at the dog. To my relief, the dog ran back a short distance to avoid the fake stone attack. But then it turned back facing me with hostility. I backed up slowly facing the dog and repeated the same scare tactic several times along my retreat as the dog tried to move towards me again. Only when I backed off to a safe distance and saw the dog no longer try to charge at me did I walk slowly facing away from the dog with occasional glances over my shoulder just to make sure the dog was not following me. I was beaten by a big dog once a few years before that happened. I was glad that I had retreated safely from a vicious dog with the fake stone attacks. Since then, whenever I went for a walk in the country side, I brought a stick with me for self-defense against dog attack. I was not bitten by any dog ever since.

[@WeiFinder]

I used to work as a telecom line man and our company sent us into 20-40 private yards every single day. We were young and naive but in Canada most people are not armed/not territorial like some places in the states or other, and I'm a dog guy so I pet all of them with no fear (a bit naive) We never encountered any issues in multiple years, but one day an attentive owner stopped us before we got in his yard (kinda by chance), turns out he had a 150+ pound Mastiff mix that ripped an unlucky delivery man's calf off.. I have never been scared of dogs, but this one had a huge chain tethering him to the ground and a 12 inch wide yellow line painted on the ground with many signs saying do not entere, danger/guard dog, etc.. The owner had us step on the yellow line for fun and this beast just instantly stood up like a loss spring, I'll never forget that powerful bark and presence.. As a strong full grown man this was the only dog in my life that I immediately felt intimidated by and just knew I was never going to try and pet, just respect at a distance. A true monster.

[@sand-barry]

It's honestly crazy that people can have dogs like that without needing a permit. The amount of pain and suffering that a dog like that could cause in just a few seconds is insanity.

[@daflyinhawaiian2]

I saw a little girl get attacked by a packed of dogs while I was stationed in the Philippines back in the early 80's. I ran to help her and also got attacked. One of the dogs clamped down on my forearm and I jammed my thumb into it's eye, and it released it's grip and bit down on my hand. I was so full of adrenaline that I used my free hand and and pried so hard I broke it's jaw and killed the dog. Another dog was biting my leg, I picked it up and slammed it into concrete wall, it yelped and hobbled away with the other dogs now attacking it. The dogs were all just around 30-40 pounds typical Filipino barrio mutt dogs. Anyway I got into a jeepney with the little girl to go to a medical clinic to get our wounds cleaned and all stitched up. I will never forget that day as long as I live.

[@jcrnda]

I knew a tough guy who was a boatswain on a fishing trawler. He bought a German Shepperd and loved it but... once he came from the sea and they started messing around and his dog charged him. So the guy simply tore off his lower jaw. There's only one alpha dog in the pack. Compete at your own risk.

[@paulc7841]

@@jcrnda likely....

[@theresaquidi]

Wow! That's a freaking hero right there! A real life Superman. Very cool story and is what I would hope everyone would do if ever in the same situation.

[@vaner9283]

In the Philippines barking dogs often get rocks thrown at them. I used to pretend I was throwing and the pack would stop and back off. Works throughout the 3rd world.

[@johnjerrehian4642]

You are a hero and she will never forget that day either...

[@MarquitaHerald]

This was very interesting and helpful. I was once charged by a large pit bull while walking across a park - fortunately, I didn't have my dog with me, so I didn't have to worry about her. I did just want you recommended - I turned, stood still, put my hand up, and yelled STOP! The dog stopped in its tracks - barked at me a few times, and ran off. Whew!

[@sharong8841]

Pure APBT or high percentage genetics are not normally human aggressive. The mixed breeds that are huge and unstable mentally are the man killers.

[@johnjerrehian4642]

screw that. If that dog is coming at me with intent we are going at it.

[@sui11106]

@ just get some big boots give em a Curb stomp.

[@abitupthehudson]

She is probably correct with her suggestions because I have experienced a few of those scenarios. As a first or second grader passing a group of kids who were teasing and taunting a medium-sized dog, I stood still and got nipped on my four-arm. As an adult male, I have either ignored the would-be attacker who only came close to contact (realizing any contact would be pretty minimal) or slowed down to verbally warn him or her which seemed sufficient. I believe I would seriously harm any animal that would seriously one-on-one attack me unless it was a grizzly, a great white, or any man-sized predator. Yea, I am probably nuts.

[@skylark1848]

the dogs see your suppressed darkness. Acknowledge and heal your darkness and i guarantee you that same dog will see the difference in you Dogs can see our subtle energy body. If your energy body is damage, they can tell you

[@abitupthehudson]

@Stefan Kraft I do think you have a good point.

[@Explosivo55]

right on.. fight or flight... the fittest will surely survive by fighting back

[@TheTeaParty320]

Run towards the dog with malice intent and the dog will stop in confusion, turn tail and run back from whence it came. Interestingly, the US Air Force survival manual tells you this as well. I’ve tried it and it works.

[@TheGuitarReb]

It depends on the dog, unless trained to be aggressive, most are coward but you never can tell, some can be a badass. I've owned both kinds.

[@nunomagalhaes6362]

I'm a runner.. if I had a buck everytime I got chased.. I'm going to tell you what dogs aren't expecting.. that you start running like crazy in their direction :D get's them everytime! they start running the other way around instantly! This has been working for me for years. Hope I continue to be this lucky!

[@sortofanoakyafterbirth3661]

Me too! Lol. I've done that and it works. Same for a bunch of Canada Geese blocking a path. I run faster towards them but I always clap my hands really hard. Never fails.

[@somnorila9913]

Throwing sticks and rocks at them works too, if you have a stick you can just move it around and they'll keep distance. When those are not around even pretending you grabbed something and want to throw it towards them they get the picture and keep distance too.

[@williamb454]

I charge back at them!!!

[@marktwain368]

Cool!!

[@williamb454]

I've done that before too, they really put the brakes on!! It's kinda of hairy if its a big vicious dog! But you gotta charge um harder if it is!!

[@ChronicalsofAl]

I've also determined that size 12 steel toe boots placed squarely under their chin changes an aggressive dog's disposition.

[@FlyingAxblade_D20]

only size 10 with composite toed boots... I've captured many a stray or scared lost because _dun dun dunnnn_ I carry leashes in my backpack. A leash, when produced, creates a whole NEW dog. Except once, at a 7-11, but that's a whole different story because I had my leaping Husky with me. & I wish, so wish, that I had video camera filming that fight. IT WAS AWESOME. So I'll just tell it =) Known wild dog in neighborhood. Husky & I go running. He will pull me through the air on leash across a 2 car driveway slope. He jumps, I jump & he helps me sail. Like a 16 foot leap! (Loved that doggo, we'd sing together too, he was particular to Kemper Crabb music) We get to 7-11, on side of building and VIOLA here is known black dog, maybe feral, and he's on us like fish in a barrel. Husky, on leash, twirls to intercept. Does so, and then I'm attached by wrist to dog fight. Both of them are striving for the dominate. Husky, MID AIR, responds to my leash commands. MID AIR. We took the win, the submission hold, but when I produced my 2nd leash, wild dog yelped & ran off. No blood. no humping. just the fight ending with a pin. Good looking black dog too! Lean, wiry, probably 90 #'s. Would've liked to have captured him.

[@jmerlo4119]

Number one, I doubt you will have eough time to find your boots and put them on before a street-dog gets you. And number two, the chances of your boot arriving to the throat of a reasonably experienced doberman are minimal.

[@jakeblanton6853]

And if you miss, you've opened up your groin to his bite... :) Most dogs will bite the first thing that is presented to them. If you have a walking stick, present it to the dog so that he first encounters it and will bite it. An opened umbrella will work as a shield against most dogs. They don't have the reasoning ability to know how solid that shield might be. As far as they are concerned, there's no difference between an opened umbrella and a metal trash can lid -- can't see through it, then it must be a solid barrier.

[@jiveturkey365]

@@FlyingAxblade_D20 cool story bro... sounds like I anime cartoon cause none of your fable is believable, well there was probably a black dog in your neighborhood and you might have owned a husky but nothing else happened like you said lol...

[@FlyingAxblade_D20]

@@jiveturkey365 i am a profeessional dungeon master. but yes i live In Real Life

[@Slcm02]

A 9mm seems to work all the time. I’m not standing there and getting chewed on by someone else’s canine

[@oraivan1]

LMFAOOOOF

[@SuperAlanmitchell]

Good suggestions

[@imnotsmart99]

.357 works better. Or a .45. End of story

[@francesco6107]

Ugh americans and their guns🙄...too fat to even fight a dog

[@shannonbrown11]

Why fight an aggressive dog when you can stand your ground and shoot them?

[@cloudmaker]

I used to have to deliver to many farms and so often came across dogs that were unfamiliar to me, most were friendly enough but a few times a month you would have a more vicious dog, used probably for the farms security. What I found worked for me almost without exception was confidently shouting the dog to me, sort of here, come here, come on, if it kept coming I'd keep shouting it to me. This will help attract anyone nearby at the same time. I don't know if it causes confusion with them being called by the object they want to attack or what, but I still use this method as my first line of defence today, some 40 years later.

[@MrSpaceRatt]

How to stop a charging dog: Take away its credit card.

[@breadyegg]

Dad jokes for the win 😄

[@colorfulmind473]

Dad jokes... I love it

[@DMSProduktions]

@@breadyegg AGAIN disparaging fathers! SHAME on you!

[@GeorgeSagen]

Rimshot

[@howlingwaters2741]

🤣

[@michaelpace1075]

Carry dog spray. I’m a retired mailman and had lots of experiences with dogs. I see a lot of comments from people that say what they would do and it’s obvious they have never been in that situation. Also, if you wanna piss off any mailman in the country, just say “he don’t bite” as the dog is being aggressive to you. We are so sick of hearing that every single time we are about to get bit. He WILL bite!

[@bonniejohnson5463]

Michael Pace - On your behalf Michael, I fully believe you & have no doubt that you are telling the truth! On the other hand, I have to share my experience with 1, yup one, postal carrier. Before I do I want to acknowledge that there are rotten apples, potatoes, tomatoes, eggs and people in every walk of life. So, here’s my experience and truth: I was lucky enough to be out front when our mailman put our mail in our box. The next thing he did was grab his can of spray & douse my brother’s cocker spaniel who could only half as high as the fence. She hated him. For a damned good reason! It was obvious they knew each other and it was not the first time he had done that to her! The aggressive animal (NOT THE DOG) knew what he was doing & I guarantee you he knew her limitations! I yelled at him & wanted to confront him but I knew if I opened the gate a hair’s breadth, she would take off after him no matter how hard I tried to restrain her. It was hard for me to not open the gate, let her bite him, push her outta the way & continue where she left off! I DID report him. I don’t think I ever saw him again! I also never had a problem with any other postal carrier. EVER! Before anyone remarks about breadth - yes, it is an actual word. Look it up!

[@williambhurt]

@@bonniejohnson5463 I was a mailman for over 30 years, retired now for 13. I am sorry for what that mil carrier did. There are a very few carriers like that and they are hated by the other carriers.

[@williambrandondavis6897]

If it has teeth it bites.

[@charliekilo3]

@@williambrandondavis6897 Absolutely. The owners that say that are enablers to aggressive dogs. You can't control the dog's intentions regardless of how they behave toward you and your family.

[@alsaunders7805]

When someone would ask my cousin if his dog bites he would say " it has teeth doesn't it". 🤓🍺

[@jamesrindley6215]

I've met a lot of apparently aggressive dogs while hiking in the mountains, but I've learned that most will not harm you. Mostly dogs don't look for a fight, but they will defend their territory. Don't turn around and run, or they will chase. Just carrying a stick is usually enough to keep any really aggressive dogs at a distance without needing to hit them.

[@leonacw6887]

Re the first advice, I have always done this exactly through natural instinct to protect my doggies... good advice 🐾🐾

[@markrenfrow9873]

I stopped 2 staffies on a charge toward my 9 month hound mix, pulled him behind me and STOP IT in my biggest voice.

[@roadmonitoroz]

I know one thing about dogs. They struggle to walk backwards. So if their front paws are up on you, walk forwards (making the dog walk backwards). It will most likely fall over.

[@mikejay9838]

I dream of a dog trying to vertical its spine on me, exposing all its organs to the sole of my foot shoved forcefully into its soft midsection. No joke I like relish the idea but so far it has never happened. Also I am a dog lover and dogs love me too but when it comes to combat, the dog is simply going to lose.

[@thomabb]

The only time I was seriously charged by a couple dogs (one got hold of my pant leg), I was fortunate to have my sidearm with me. Number two retreated, but number one never charged me, or anyone else, ever again. If you aren't going to control your dog, I will do it for you.

[@joeybleu66]

dogs that bite are shot where i come from.

[@neft5449]

​@@joeybleu66they typically are euthanized if they actually maul someone, which is the proper way to follow up imo

[@MadMax-bq6pg]

Works for me 👍. Ok, so being where I am in the world, I’ll probably never have the Webley/Browning/Bland-Pryse option. But (sadly/tragically) situations can escalate (extremely quickly) and you do ‘something’ where there may not be a lot of conscious thought. For specific details, you would need to speak with the person who attacked my wife. I wish you an eternity of never needing to draw your firearm(s) again. Kindest regards from Oz 🇦🇺👍

[@barrybaker709]

AMEN 🙏🙌.

[@barrybaker709]

​@@MadMax-bq6pgRESPECT. Good on you mate.

[@robertdickerson16]

The throwing the child over the car split -second scene just killed me,lol

[@youareatrollyoujustshowyou2746]

I wasn't expecting that lol I seen it as I read your comment.

[@Ffej702]

me too! lol

[@michaelcrowley1172]

If it's not yours, throw child at dog.

[@michaelrountree688]

LOL

[@charlescarabott7692]

@phire blu you dont say. I taught it was a real child

[@tscully1504]

Good stuff. Thanks. I wasn't sure if I was doing it right but was and now feel more confident.

[@amwilson195]

A few years ago on one of my walks, a german shepard was charging at me. It came out of nowhere! Thankfully, I was just passing by a parked car, and I literally ninja-jumped on top of that car! 😂 A neighbor saw me and thought that the dog attacked me and asked if I was ok. Then the owner finally came out from across the street, called their dog & didn't care, didn't even ask me if I was ok or what happened. Luckily I carry pepper spray now.

[@damhatrebloc]

if its the owner car im jumping up and down fiercely faking a panic attack stomping the roof all the way In

[@thomas.thomas]

please do so

[@-whackd]

Make sure to kill the dog and eat it next time. I recommend Boshintang, a Korean soup

[@emmalouie1663]

Yep. people with dogs like that usually don't care that is the problem

[@donjames5761]

ya a few years ago i was walking in the park with my wive a kids a rottweiler ran up to us barking growling charging me an my wife than started going for my daughter an i shot it

[@Pickernik]

A big seriously scary dog came at me and as it neared I yelled "COME HERE! SIT!" He gave me a look like I was crazy and turned away, high tailing it for home. This was a great video, thank you for the sound advice!

[@grit1679]

I've done this one before too, lol.

[@tiobi6633]

When I was a kid. my best friend, his dad and I were once taking a tour in the near forest and suddenly attacked by two big dogs, charging at us out of nowhere and without hesitation. I could hear the growling, the barking and could feel the intent in the air. I froze in fear, couldn't move of the shock. What happened was, that my friend's dad just casually whistled at them to get their attention and the kicked the first dog in the belly. The second one stopped while the other one was getting its second kick in the butt. It backed down and the second dog also got its low kick to the belly, then they just ran back where they came from. Lesson: kick-ass attitude dominates, no matter the size. ✊

[@xolomartinez6036]

Once I started looking at dogs without fear but intent to mess them up if they do become aggressive, they don't even start. They smell fear and if you aren't afraid they get it. I also look for what's their weakest part - their spindly legs. I can only wonder how aggressive any dog will be when it's got all my strength busting one of its legs in half. So as long as I'm not being messed with, they don't get messed up.

[@mark2073]

Shove your finger up their rear end, that will 100% pack them running.

[@0rinthian]

I was once walking on a public road while traveling to mexico past a big farm with a bunch of dogs outside. the alpha saw me at the edge of the property, probably about 150 yards away, and came running at me full speed. Because of the distance, I had plenty of time to react, but I could tell he was not slowing down. He may have intended only to nip at me, but I didn’t care. I dropped into a horse stance and chambered my strong elbow, holding my opposite hand out in front of me. When the dog lunged at my hand I withdrew it, and elbowed him right in the snout. My arm caught on his tooth and was bleeding pretty bad, but the dog immediately went running back to the farm house yowling in pain. I’m opening a school in mexico to teach children how to elbow pack dogs in the face.

[@xolomartinez6036]

@@0rinthian Sounds like the same dog/place I was bit as a kid.

[@susantunbridge4612]

with steel-toed boots, preferably. A challenge too is to go out horseback riding, and have dogs harass you on the road. I had a mare who I would just let her do what she wanted to if a dog approached, and she'd drop her head, ears flat, and go after them like a snake. A horse bite is a serious bite, they can break a dog's spine if they get them in the back. A lot of horses are afraid of dogs though, and it is a hazard.

[@QUEPASATV08]

unbelievable the advice she give others, what about caring something to defend yourself and family from the attack?

[@eric212234]

I was about 15, just wandering around. I was apparently on someone's land and their dog was loose, but fortunately the owner was near by. I saw the dog and ran. Fortunately the owner had enough presence of mind to scream "Don't run!". I heard her and stopped and turned. I then took a couple of quick steps toward the dog. When it stopped and barked at me, I growled at it. Not my finest moment, but I learned a lot about animal nature that day.

[@robertclark2935]

same happened to me about the same age... it was my grandads dog he told me to stop running lol...

[@susantunbridge4612]

If you run, you're acting like a prey animal, and a dog is a predator, and a carnivore. Instinct kicks in. Also don't scream.

[@daveh8316]

out of the 50 plus times i had various pits charge me.... everything she said did not work..... she forgets to tell you this only works with dogs that have been treated well.. she should have to walk through a neighborhood where there are people that think pits are good dogs, everyone has one, and it seems to never be in the house, and wants to kill everything it sees they will chew through the fence if you dont walk fast enough

[@Soapmaker19]

Thanks for the info! I'm a paramedic and I will remember these tips. I always have a slip collar leash and milkbones in my personal bag in the ambulance. Blessings kind lady!

[@kirill2525]

ya add some pepperspray to have something thats actually effective against a dog that doesnt care about treats

[@jonescrusher1]

You're going to be standing dead still the next time a rabid pitbull is racing towards you? It's bad advice.

[@bobwa399]

The most important thing is missing in this video...how to have a confidence to do all this when you're attacked?

[@georgevanaken925]

Fear.

[@gonefishn5138]

I’ve been approached by many vicious dogs and you’d be amazed at how quickly they turned tail and ran away when I ran straight at them with my hands raised and yelling.

[@321CatboxWA]

yup, always, every time, all dogs .

[@oscarstaszky1960]

that's mostly because most dogs should be smart enough to not engage in a fight that they think might cause injury to them in return *UNLESS* they are specifically trained to do so *OR* they might as well be infected with rabies... So yeah. It should be normal behaviour for dogs to turn tail and run when their perceived threat seems to want to attack them in return...

[@brianletter3545]

Indeed. From a dog's point of view you are taller than it, that is your advantage.

[@kittybeck151]

How big were the dogs? What kind?

[@gonefishn5138]

@@kittybeck151 german shepherds

[@jorgeluis3968]

Just the other day I was walking home from school and my house was 4 houses away. This pit bull was lose and seemed friendly, he was walking on the grass. I was going to stop but since I saw no aggression I continued to walk home since I was close. When I was like 3 ft from him he looked at me and I looked at him. He then barked at me and I stopped moving. I was like 6 feet away from a neighbors porch. So my first sense was to back of slowly and get on the porch. There was leaves in the ground and when I stepped in them the dog started to growl at me. I accidentally looked straight at his eyes which I believe made him charge at me. When I saw him move to me I put my book bag in front of me and threw it at him while I went up the stairs of the porch. I felt much safer on the porch, but the dog could simply go up the stairs and bite me. When I would look at the dog my eyes would naturally go to his eyes which made him more aggressive. Luckily he went across the street after 10 minutes. A kind sir then came out of the house with a 7 foot stick and escorted me home just in case the dog would come at me again. Now every time I walk home I look to see if he is lose before entering the block lol. Just yesterday he was on his porch with no leash. So I only looked at him with the corner of my eye just to see if he would come to me or not. I felt like running home but I did not because that would bring attention and probably chase me. Thank god he did not move, so I simply walked home. Thanks for those who read this, I wish no one has to experience these type of incidents since they can be deadly. Take care!

[@sl4983]

PIT BULLS SHOULD BE ILLEGAL!!!

[@lilabrat]

You should get some kind of spray to protect yourself. Here in Canada pretty much any weapon is illegal but when I go to big parks alone I can’t hornet spray in my bag. You know, just incase I get stung by a bee😉

[@gregorymccoy6797]

A large caliber hole in the dog is also effective. I wouldn't be escorting a child home with a stick after witnessing that; we'd be waiting for the police to ask why there was a recently -deceased dog in the yard. A dog can never be allowed to attack a human and survive the experience.

[@DepDawg]

I’m so sorry you’ve had to deal with such a stressful and frightening situation, Jorge.

[@cstreet1824]

Nobody should have to live in fear of a dangerous dog in the neighborhood.

[@nitinb9202]

Hope that dogs aren't watching this on KZbin on their owner's mobile.

[@ragasthegascap1]

Good one!

[@KRW1612]

Depends on whether it's uploaded to WoofTube!

[@richardwilliams4976]

🤣😂🤣😂

[@nolanbowen8800]

Thanks for this. In my opinion, people with dogs need to have laws demanding they control them! If they don't control them, there needs to be severe enough penalties that they get the message. Whatever they think, a dog or any animal is not worth the damage it can do to someone. I appreciate the comments of others.

[@herbacademy5004]

I don't understand how any dog owner and also the authorities think that other people need to deal with their dogs and their problems. I am so so sick of it.

[@thesisypheanjournal1271]

I once read an article about what to do when a dog charges at you and it said to tell the dog, "Stop! Go home!' The article added "This works even with dogs that don't speak English."

[@tehgzizlauw1787]

@Uma Jalamo someone will shoot the dog and probably shoot him as well

[@austingodinho]

What if the dog is deaf?😂

[@pippishortstocking7913]

😂

[@Cheepchipsable]

More about the tone I think.

[@herbacademy5004]

that's good to know, as I was already wondering what to say in Spanish. In all seriousness, assuming dogs learn commands.

[@imw2902]

Yes! You just described what to do if a vicious dog or multiple dogs come for you. However, when you have your own dogs, and they come for you and your dogs, few people will react the way you told them to do. Most will try to save their pets

[@marytornetta161]

I'm a visiting nurse so I meet A LOT of dogs. I have found your techniques to be very effective. I would add that if a dog jumps at you, a good hard shove and a loud and stern NO! usually works wonders. Sometimes people get upset if I push their dog away, and then they have to confine the animal before another nurse will come into the house.

[@damhatrebloc]

if i spray the dog i dont care. no reason for your dog to be in my space, if u cant control it why have one. inconsiderate i will have to make an example out of these people. bitch i dont know your dog it could harm another animal or a kid. if i see that oh im beating the owners ass i dont care what happens to me after thats a kid i will fuck the owner life up, if a kid is harmed, that is jus..PISSES ME OFF ITS A CHILD!!!! ive seen a child run crying, whats wrong with yall. I wanna spray one of their dogs faces with mace in FRONT of the owner, just to show these numbskulls they wont get away with the crap no more. where im from u never saw so many leashless dogs harrasin people like where i live now. ive seen it. dumb owners dont care till i tranquilize it and get it to the nearest shelter then id be a dick right? im a start pullin out knives in front of the owner n tell em if the dog walk up to me n barks, SAY GOODBYE TO SPARKY!!! im slicing it then coming for you idgaf what happens. people Gonna be gettin pepper n salt in they dogs eyes im not playin this is a huge pet peeve, inconsiderate and its like they must need sumthin bad to happen.

[@annexton3795]

A knee in the chest/solar plexus soon teaches them not to jump up on you.

[@53Artemis]

Good advice and also - Never Scream! Easier said than done. If you are a woman, command in the deepest voice you can. Many years ago I had 2 Rough Collies, brothers, both very large for their breed. Apart from their sibling rivalry they were well behaved, affectionate dogs. One day a friend came over, lovely weather, we sat on a blanket on the lawn. We started picking grass blades and blowing through them as we had as children. The dogs were interested by this high pitched sound, they came over and started 'collie nipping' at me. I told them to stop but my voice was high because I was laughing at them. Their excitement was turning to aggression because of my voice. I had to take a deep breath and command them to stop in my normal voice. They immediately did. The entire thing lasted less than 15 seconds but lesson learned. An out of control dog can do a lot of damage in 15 seconds.

[@loriklobas3123]

I work in animal rescue. I used to strictly work in wildlife rescue/rehab until I was viciously attacked with intent to kill me. I did scream as the animal took me down and dragged me about 10 ft. I survived by having to use my free leg to kick it off me. The trauma and physical injuries are a daily reminder. Now i work in dog rescue. Lots of frightening times trying to help, a poor dog, but never attacked. I carry a kennel, blanket, and food, or treats to throw to the dog. Great advice you give, thank you. I carry a walking stick as well since my injury. Been safe for 3 years now.

[@huwhitecavebeast1972]

What animal attacked you?

[@jennaluvhugs8252]

Huge hug

[@zeMasterRuseman]

If a dog charges you, charge back and show him that you're the apex predator, not him.

[@Dutch3k5]

Was thinking the same thing

[@身赤-w3w]

Yep, it works. Sitting still just makes the dog think they can do whatever they want with you. Go nuts on that mutt

[@Bibikkyuu]

One time a bunch of dogs(about 5-6) came running towards me while barking. I screamed at them alot they got scared and ran away. I'm 5'0 tall and never felt so brave and strong lol

[@mr_wiggles3718]

i remember one time a average sized pitbull came charging towards me and my dog and she was 6 months old at the time and i guess i wasnt having it and i just kinda kicked it in the head as hard as i could and it just went off screaming at the top of its lungs

[@drchilapastrosodrlasmacas438]

I did this and it worked. They're bitches without a gang.

[@vintagetiger2059]

I have to agree with this information , I used to be a long distance Cyclist ,and came across many territorial dogs . I was taught by anther more experienced cyclist , the best way to shut down an attack was to , Point at the dog , Yell NO ! , followed by GO HOME ! Worked like a charm !

[@zulpique]

even wild dogs?

[@vintagetiger2059]

@@zulpique I don't know about that . The dogs I came across were in a country setting and were owned by people that gave them commands . so that might be why it worked . I don't know if a wild dog would respond the same way . I wouldn't like to test the theory on one hahaha

[@vitocasola4309]

What if the dog is French?! 😅

[@vintagetiger2059]

@@vitocasola4309 I would toss it a little brie and a bottle of nice wine !

[@vitocasola4309]

@@vintagetiger2059 😂

[@cdavis7231]

It worked for me to yell NO!! at the large Rotweiller that charged me years ago. His mouth was open and aimed at my leg. He stopped--whew!! I was on a public sidewalk. The owners left the backyard gate open, and out he ran. I was lucky that day.😮 I wish dog owners would be vigilant when they own aggressive breeds.

[@jpc3603]

Thank you for making this video, I don't know if the news made it's way to the States but the UK has had a high number of dog attacks and fatalities in the last couple of years (particularly in the North) with owners being arrested for 'being in possession of a dangerously out of control dog'. That's the thing in my opinion; it's not the dog it's the owners. It's actually very sad as in a few cases the dogs had to be 'destroyed' because the police couldn't calm them. A few of my friends no longer let their dogs off the leash because of owners with dogs who attack other dogs and the owners know this but don't put muzzles on them. Also you see people who clearly didn't properly train their dog as they don't come when called which is a worry. I think for the safety of others and to stop animal cruelty there needs to be way tighter regulations on pet ownership and life bans when people violate them accompanied by harsh penalties for being in possession of a knowingly aggressive dog.

[@wmcbarker4155]

responsiblity is dead

[@jonescrusher1]

It is sad, but there's no room for sentiment here. It takes time and money to reprogramme and then rehouse a dangerous dog, and there isn't even the demand to rehome dogs of good temperament. Sounds harsh, but there needs to be a more summary approach, no messing about, take the dog, destroy it. Bad owners need to get the message, trivial fines do nothing.

[@jpc3603]

​@@jonescrusher1Yes I agree that fines aren't effective but I disagree with the rest because I wouldn't elevate the life of an animal above a human but I believe an animals life is of equal worth to a human life so in the same way we don't just immediately kill violent people, I don't agree with just immediately killing an animal. If people aren't happy for countries to spend money on animal welfare then we can wave bye to any pet ownership. The whole ownership system needs reform to include actual monitoring. If they can monitor people having new babies, paying taxes and all the million other things that have to be properly registered and regulated, pet ownership with mandatory micro chipping and routine check ups etc can be put into place.

[@StratMatt777]

Is the UK one of the places in the EU that has banned prong collars and e-collars? Many working breed dogs REQUIRE an aversive device such as a prong collar (which doesn't cause pain and isn't meant to punish) or an e-collar to get their attention. If I'm not mistaken I think it is Belgium (maybe) that banned these items and their dog attacks on humans have quadrupled because now owners can no longer communicate to their dogs who is boss with these useful devices which ARE NOT cruel to dogs.

[@trkstatrksta8410]

@@jonescrusher1 I agree with you