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On our first encounter the dog was so completely out of control there was no way I was stopping. As a matter of fact, my typical sarcastic comment of "there's a freakin leash law for a reason" didn't even come out of my mouth. Last thing I need to do is annoy a guy who has an already enraged dog.
The second encounter was at a greater distance, but I'm still watching this guy struggle with holding the dog. At that point, riding down a rock-strewn embankment towards this chaos for a meet and greet is an incredibly stupid idea.
Both times the guy had a difficult time holding the dog back. Not once did the owner toss an apology my way. "Sorry helmets really freak him out" "Sorry I didn't think anyone was coming". I didn't even get the typical "YOU SCARED MY DOG INTO ACTING THIS WAY!!" So he may be a fruitcake, I'm not sure.
Yep, sounds like one of *those.*
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I didn't find out exactly which house he lived in until after the second encounter. His neighbor is supposed to talk to him about it.
At this point, yes, I'm a bit afraid of this dog. It outweighs me and it may be able to run faster than I can bike. And its teeth are way bigger than mine.
We have a state-wide leash law. They have a completely fenced in yard. His dog's gone after me twice in a month. If it was my dog, once is once too many. Dog would never be unleashed in public again - and shouldn't be anyway.
The fact that he still was yesterday is why I am considering something. Even if the neighbor tells me all is good, I'm not sure I will believe it till I see it (consistently), and I'd like to be prepared if not. When the weather cooperates I can use that route 3x/week, both ways. I've seen him at different times so it's not like I can alter my time by 10 minutes and miss him. NOR SHOULD I HAVE TO! Since we have a leash law.
At the very least get bear spray, a 4’ chainsaw chain, or something else.
I love dogs, but can’t stand most owners. Most owners are morons, and oblivious to their dogs bad habits.( ot the dogs fault, rather the owner who is not interested in training them).
Here’s whatcha do.
Go speak with your local police. Let them know the situation. Don’t bother with the owner. He knows a damn well what his dogs are doing. Let the police handle him. As for you protect yourself within your legal limits.
If you find yourself facing off with the Rottweiler. Wait your turn. Let him lunge at you. Push the dog away sideways. Then, grasp his hind legs with all your might and spin your body hurling the dog. This will usually end the confrontation with the animal.
The hind leg maneuver is very effective on k-9’s. That’s of course if all else fails. Bear spray, chain saw chain, knife, grab and spin in that order.
That's an interesting tactic! I would have to hope he didn't take me down with the lunge. I'd prefer for him not to get that close.
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Yep, sounds like one of *those.*
So you managed to talk to the neighbor at least?
Yes, a guy online admitted he knew the owner and dogs, and offered to talk to him.
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Get a whistle . Ultrasound.
There is rarely a reason to subject a dog to eye irritation that will require medical attention.
Take another route. As the entity who has the higher iq, you have more options to create a safe resolution.
When a large dog is hurtling at me snarling, the last thing I care about is if he'll need his eyes flushed out or not.
Why not let the police give the guy a summons for an off leash dog. That will probably stop it right there.
I assume they have to catch him in the act and I can't say "he's there every weekday at 7am". But absolutely. Had I been plugged into my phone I would have called 911 right then, but it was wrapped in a baggie in a back pocket.
I assume they have to catch him in the act and I can't say "he's there every weekday at 7am". But absolutely. Had I been plugged into my phone I would have called 911 right then, but it was wrapped in a baggie in a back pocket.
If you call enough times they will go speak with him or direct you to animal control. Get a Go Pro for your helmet if you think you need evidence.
And no, you shouldn’t have to alter your route.. the dog owner need to handle and train his dog properly.
by yesitis456 "When a large dog is hurtling at me snarling, the last thing I care about is if he'll need his eyes flushed out or not."
Then by all means protect yourself if this attack is in process. Which can be all together thwarted by using a different route. You do you though.
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