Each handler and dog should be far enough away from the other handler and dog that neither dog shows any signs of aggression. This isn’t to “assert dominance,” but to maintain as much control of yourself and the situation as possible, and to make any commands or cues you give the dog as understandable as possible.

Depending on what force was required to deter the oncoming dog then use whatever is required such as using it as a block to it's approach, a few firm jabs to deter it's efforst and make it think twice or if the dog is locked on and won't let go then I wouldn't hesitate in using the point of the stick to finish the fight myself if that is the only remaining option to end the attack. Another possible method of removing the attacking dog is to use your lead - wrap it around the dog's throat and cut off the air supply. Again, I don't know how easy or hard this would be if the dog was high on adrenaline etc, but just wanted to point it out. There is Bite back, its really to protect work forces and tradesman fro dog attacks, but it is made of natural products and not harmful to the dogs like pepper spray and it is legal. You could carry a tent stake to use as a break stick but that's not going to do you a bit of good with breeds who tend to "slash and run".Take a look at our stunning range of pet bedding - from the soft and squishy to the super stylish - right here! I don't have anything against you using force to protect your dogs and if i had to I would do the same to protect my dogs! The film follows an abandoned dog (voiced by Will Ferrell) who teams up with several strays (voiced by Jamie Foxx, Isla Fisher, and Randall Park) to get revenge on his abusive owner ( Will Forte).

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