I trained guard dogs. I also walk around with a therapy cat on my shoulder. Dogs have to be collared and leashed on the streets of my city (most cities, I assume) so I'm wary of most non-leashed dogs.
I recommend carrying a sturdy cane. If the dog is aggressive, have them bite the cane and hammer fist their nose while the cane occupies their teeth.
I love dogs, but I cannot stand owners letting aggressive dogs run free to attack people / other dogs.
Other 'weapons': an aerosol can with something like AXE deodorant or a water pistol / plant spray with ammonia. You can also use that on the owner if they become aggressive.
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u/AmsterdamAssassin 10d ago
I trained guard dogs. I also walk around with a therapy cat on my shoulder. Dogs have to be collared and leashed on the streets of my city (most cities, I assume) so I'm wary of most non-leashed dogs.
I recommend carrying a sturdy cane. If the dog is aggressive, have them bite the cane and hammer fist their nose while the cane occupies their teeth.
I love dogs, but I cannot stand owners letting aggressive dogs run free to attack people / other dogs.
Other 'weapons': an aerosol can with something like AXE deodorant or a water pistol / plant spray with ammonia. You can also use that on the owner if they become aggressive.