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January 20 2007
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Defending Yourself From an Angry Dog: A Real Worst-Case Scenario

Dog Attack

Handling an angry dog truly is a real world worst-case scenario you could easily face someday.

After the recent death of a little girl who was mauled by a pit bull terrier, this interesting BBC News article posted a number of tips to help people protect themselves from an angry dog or minimize the damage should they be attacked.

Among them:

  • Avoid direct eye contact, as dogs interpret it as confrontational.
  • Make no sudden movements.
  • Step away slowly and don't run.
  • Keep your hands in your pockets.
  • Don't separate dogs that are fighting.

 


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Inkha
[ Joined on 08/08 ] [ Posted on August 26, 2008 ]
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I have a doberman dog, he is 10 yrs old now and when visitors come to see me I always ask them to ignore the dog, let him have a good 'nose full' i.e. sniff and when he wants to be patted, then you can pat him and talk to him at the same time. Running away from a barking and angry dog is like prey to him and he will set off and try and catch you, very bad move. Standing still, I know it takes courage, trying to talk calmly to him with no trace of fear and avoid looking him in the eye will help him to calm down and realize that he 'met his match' i.e. another domineering being.inkha

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