subject: What Is The Best Defense For Dog Attacks? [print this page] There are over 5 million Americans every year that report being bitten by dogs. And that's just the reported number! There are probably millions more that go unreported. Of those close to 1 million are hospitalized.
The problem of dog bites and attacking dogs is a growing problem all over the country. Just recently here are my hometown a Colorado Springs there is been a flurry of dog attacks resulting in very serious injuries for little children.
My "rolling thunder walking club" is a group of fellow seniors that walks every morning rain or shine. We are the semi-original slow walkers club. My feeling is that it's better to walk slow than not at all. We have fun and get a little exercise in the process. Occasionally we come across an aggressive dog. This encounter is repeated literally millions of times every day across the country.
For self defense against dog attacks I used to carry the telescopic stun baton as my self defense product of choice. And indeed on two occasions it saved my bacon. But recently, I am using the Mace pepper gun. It fits neatly in a holster on my belt and is easy to get at and use.
At 28 gram canister contains enough OC (oleoresin capsicum) spray to shoot seven 25 foot shots. The canisters are replaceable and on your first-order you get not only the container of OC spray but you get a test water cartridge which allows you get used to the 25 foot range and practice.
OC spray is equally effective against two and four-legged dogs. It is the best defense against dog attacks. When are you getting one?
If you think crime can only happen to the other guy you are wrong. The "other guy" is thinking the same thing and to him you are that "other guy". There is a reason why they call it self defense. You have to protect yourself, your family, your home and business!!
Chances are if you are reading this that crime has touched your life in some way or you consider yourself at risk. Take the next step and do something to protect yourself! Your life and safety is worth far more than the cost of one of these.
A 10% solution of OC spray is illegal in some jurisdictions. So check the internet or your local sheriff's department for legality first before getting some.
