Carry Stun Gun On Dog Walks

By

dusty6788

So sorry for your loss and the way it took place. Whoever's dogs are running wild should definitely be reported. This is a major case of why the law says they have to be on leashes. Continue doing what you can to protect yourself and your precious animals and get the other ones out of the way. It's not fair and it's against the law ... a very good law that should be enforced. If you help make this happen your dog's death, in some way, would have a positive effect on others. Good luck to you and yours.

By

ms1941

In the UK it is illegal to carry stun guns etc, but why not make your own deterrent, i.e. a spray bottle with vinegar or alcohol or similar nauseous eye watering substance.

By

blackbeararts

First, let me say I'm so very sorry for your loss. It is hard for people to understand that the dog that attacked was the result of a bad owner. Pit bulls that are never taught aggressive behavior are actually less likely to attack than over 100 other breeds. That is accordingly to the number of dog bites reported by medical facilities in 2010. If our laws would go after bad owners we would all be much safer, including the dogs.

By

Cricketnc

I am unable to walk my 2 dachshunds in my neighborhood because of several large dogs who are allowed by their owners to run loose and will attack, not just smaller dogs but humans walking alone too, so I am not able to walk even without my dogs.

I had checked into carrying a stun gun or pepper spray or anything to protect us from these dogs, but they are illegal in my town and county.
Before anyone buys one of these, check in your area if it is legal.

I wish everyone luck and that they find they can carry them legally. I dearly wish I could here, because I would sure carry one. This is a great idea, as long as it is legal in your area.

By

frugalsunnie

I'm looking into getting something similar to use for protection against dogs here in the UK. There are restrictions here on the use of stun guns but there is a product that emits a sound that drives dogs away.

I love dogs but I am sick of off-lead dogs running at me whilst the owner stands there saying the dog just wants to say hello. Dog maulings are on the up here in the UK and the US and irresponsible owners need to either leash their pet in public or give the animal up to a responsible owner who understands off-lead dogs are a problem.

I've enjoyed the companionship of several beautiful Boxer dogs in my lifetime but I NEVER let those dogs run off-lead in public, in the woods, on the beach, or other unfenced areas because it is asking for trouble for the public and the dog.

I thumbs upped this tip, I hate the idea of having to Taze a dog whose owner is the one in need of shock therapy, but I'm tired of not being able to get out of the house because of loose dogs.

LOL, and please don't get me started on those inconsiderate oaf dog owners who refuse to pick up after their dogs, grrrr!

By

K9cats

Awww... I am so sorry for the loss of your precious fur baby. When I walk y Corgi & Maltese I carry citronella spray. I have had to use it twice on a stray dog. There are so many people that just let their dogs roam the neighborhood. Take Care.... Tucker & Ollie

By

babycatt

How awful for you and your dog. I do not trust stray dogs. Had one scare me really bad when I was about 10 years old. But I was lucky and it never attacked me.

Good idea about the stun gun. I am of course a cat lover, they don't have to be walked.

By

gouligann

So sorry to hear about your little dog. How horrible it must have been to lose him/her and no wonder you had PTSD. It would happen to most people under those circumstances.

I don't blame you for carrying a stun gun now. Glad you found a solution!

We have wolves in our area which makes me nervous after dark. We always take our little yorkie-poo out to a fenced-in area to do her business, and never let her out alone. I doubt they'd jump the fence, but I keep a spade handy just in case I have to hit one if it ever does.
Keep safe!