I've seen several threads devoted to this over the years, I've got what I think is a unique twist. I own a 26 pound Boston Terrier and I walk him on a leash. An hour ago we were a block from home when three pit bulls ran down a driveway and surrounded me.
I had time to pick my dog up, that's it. Then we were surrounded, fortunately the dogs were relatively friendly and their owner was right there and extremely apologetic. I walked away a little shaken, but me and my dog are fine.
But I've had other encounters with large off-leash dogs in the past. And given that mine is small I'm always going to pick him up, and while that offers him some protection it then leaves us both vulnerable. He's 26 pounds of muscle, and not content to rest calmly in my arms.
So how can I effectively defend both of us while he struggles in my arms and one or more dogs is trying to get him? Seems like the worst possible scenario for my 642, especially in a populated area. Any ideas? Thanks.
I had time to pick my dog up, that's it. Then we were surrounded, fortunately the dogs were relatively friendly and their owner was right there and extremely apologetic. I walked away a little shaken, but me and my dog are fine.
But I've had other encounters with large off-leash dogs in the past. And given that mine is small I'm always going to pick him up, and while that offers him some protection it then leaves us both vulnerable. He's 26 pounds of muscle, and not content to rest calmly in my arms.
So how can I effectively defend both of us while he struggles in my arms and one or more dogs is trying to get him? Seems like the worst possible scenario for my 642, especially in a populated area. Any ideas? Thanks.