[ANThonyBoreDaneCook]

He looks cute, right? Well?
This happened in a very nice, semi-rural area. The breed looked like the pic listed above but I think they were a mix of sorts. They were kind of muscular, compact and roughly 80-90 lbs each.

As I pulled down the street to complete a delivery, two of these dogs were just running loose in the street. They were running in front of my car and barking, but they didn't appear to be a threat. I was worried these two dumb asses would do something crazy and I would be forced to feel terrible for the next few months after hitting them, so I just started laying on my horn in order to make them scatter. It worked! Sweet!

I pull in, drop off the food, submit the photo, turn around and hello, both dogs emerge from the back of my vehicle. They were barking, foaming at the mouth, advancing and blocking me from opening my car door. I yelled "HEYYYY, RAHHHHHHHH, AHHHHHH" trying to scare them off but these bastards had 0 fear. I put my hand on the door handle, they moved forward. SHIT!

I look down and see a decent sized log next to my feet. I pick it up, move forward and again, try to scare them off. Again, no fear out of these two.

Last resort time.

I cock back the log and pump fake a throw. They didn't move and became more aggressive.

Ok *****. You've left me no choice. I throw a strike and hit one of them directly in the ribs. Oh yeah, he felt that one. They booked it and I got the hell out of there.

Phew...

 

[SinTaxERROR]

I look down and see a decent sized log next to my feet.

Honestly, first thought thru my mind when I read that? Dog pooped near you to try and get you to fall to ground by sliding on dog shit… lol

 

[Atavar]

A .45 would have been more effective.
I have actually had good success with aggressive loose dogs by giving the verbal "SIT" or "DOWN" command with the appropriate hand gesture. It is surprising how many dogs respond to those. Those are doggie school 101 commands.

I am a huge dog lover but if a dog is actually foaming at the mouth and being aggressive you need to kill it without destroying the head. At the least find cover and call 911.
IANAL and have never played one on tv.

 

[LIESbyUber]

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He looks cute, right? Well?
This happened in a very nice, semi-rural area. The breed looked like the pic listed above but I think they were a mix of sorts. They were kind of muscular, compact and roughly 80-90 lbs each.

As I pulled down the street to complete a delivery, two of these dogs were just running loose in the street. They were running in front of my car and barking, but they didn't appear to be a threat. I was worried these two dumb asses would do something crazy and I would be forced to feel terrible for the next few months after hitting them, so I just started laying on my horn in order to make them scatter. It worked! Sweet!

I pull in, drop off the food, submit the photo, turn around and hello, both dogs emerge from the back of my vehicle. They were barking, foaming at the mouth, advancing and blocking me from opening my car door. I yelled "HEYYYY, RAHHHHHHHH, AHHHHHH" trying to scare them off but these bastards had 0 fear. I put my hand on the door handle, they moved forward. SHIT!

I look down and see a decent sized log next to my feet. I pick it up, move forward and again, try to scare them off. Again, no fear out of these two.

Last resort time.

I cock back the log and pump fake a throw. They didn't move and became more aggressive.

Ok *. You've left me no choice. I throw a strike and hit one of them directly in the ribs. Oh yeah, he felt that one. They booked it and I got the hell out of there.

Phew...

Shar Pei

Chinese guard dog.
They weren't bred to be nice.

 

[ANThonyBoreDaneCook]

Shar Pei

Chinese guard dog.
They weren't bred to be nice.

My friend said the same but they were some kind of mix.
Even as the 3 foot, 10 lb log I hurled was headed for his ribs, he didn't even care to move or be concerned in the least
Until it hit him. He has to be feeling that shit right now.

 

[ANThonyBoreDaneCook]

A .45 would have been more effective.
I have actually had good success with aggressive loose dogs by giving the verbal "SIT" or "DOWN" command with the appropriate hand gesture. It is surprising how many dogs respond to those. Those are doggie school 101 commands.
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I am a huge dog lover but if a dog is actually foaming at the mouth and being aggressive you need to kill it without destroying the head. At the least find cover and call 911.
IANAL and have never played one on tv.

Thank you for the visual aids.

 

[Atavar]

My friend said the same but they were some kind of mix.
Even as the 3 foot, 10 lb log I hurled was headed for his ribs, he didn't even care to move or be concerned in the least
Until it hit him. He has to be feeling that shit right now.

Lol. 3 foot 10 lb is a stick

 

[Ms. Mercenary]

I usually (not that this happens frequently) just bark out (pardon the pun) “SIT!” In a very authorative tone. It works. They at the very least are confused enough to take pause to consider it. It is shocking, however, when people allow this to happen. Don’t they value their dogs? I’m a crazy dog lover, but far from everyone feels the same way.

I would probably call the customer and tell them I can’t deliver because of this and have them either come to my car to get it or I would cancel.

 

[Seamus]

Last year when a bloodthirsty German Shepard attacked and shredded my delivery bag, I got this high frequency noise dog zapper! It works on my dogs to stop them from annoying barking. However, since I’ve never had to use it I don’t know if it would work on an angry, charging dog!

I suggest as an experiment strapping a piece of meat to @Rickos69 leg and sending him in harms way against a pit bull. That way we could see if the zapper works!

 

[Rickos69]

Last year when a bloodthirsty German Shepard attacked and shredded my delivery bag, I got this high frequency noise dog zapper! It works on my dogs to stop them from annoying barking. However, since I’ve never had to use it I don’t know if it would work on an angry, charging dog!

I suggest as an experiment strapping a piece of meat to @Rickos69 leg and sending him in harms way against a pit bull. That way we could see if the zapper works!

My delivery bag got bitten as well. The F%^KERS came charging through the storm door. The main door was open.
Unfortunately, they didn't destroy the food inside. I would have enjoyed that.
Or with Cocaine Bear!

 

[Ms. Mercenary]

Last year when a bloodthirsty German Shepard attacked and shredded my delivery bag, I got this high frequency noise dog zapper! It works on my dogs to stop them from annoying barking. However, since I’ve never had to use it I don’t know if it would work on an angry, charging dog!

I suggest as an experiment strapping a piece of meat to @Rickos69 leg and sending him in harms way against a pit bull. That way we could see if the zapper works!

No. @Rickos is MINE! Stay in your lane!

 

[Johnny Mnemonic]

Glad you got out unscathed. I hate people that keep nasty breeds around and don't keep them under control.

There's a reason postal carriers all carry pepper spray. Might want to get some for yourself just in case it happens again.

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[Emptynesst]

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He looks cute, right? Well?
This happened in a very nice, semi-rural area. The breed looked like the pic listed above but I think they were a mix of sorts. They were kind of muscular, compact and roughly 80-90 lbs each.

As I pulled down the street to complete a delivery, two of these dogs were just running loose in the street. They were running in front of my car and barking, but they didn't appear to be a threat. I was worried these two dumb asses would do something crazy and I would be forced to feel terrible for the next few months after hitting them, so I just started laying on my horn in order to make them scatter. It worked! Sweet!

I pull in, drop off the food, submit the photo, turn around and hello, both dogs emerge from the back of my vehicle. They were barking, foaming at the mouth, advancing and blocking me from opening my car door. I yelled "HEYYYY, RAHHHHHHHH, AHHHHHH" trying to scare them off but these bastards had 0 fear. I put my hand on the door handle, they moved forward. SHIT!

I look down and see a decent sized log next to my feet. I pick it up, move forward and again, try to scare them off. Again, no fear out of these two.

Last resort time.

I cock back the log and pump fake a throw. They didn't move and became more aggressive.

Ok *. You've left me no choice. I throw a strike and hit one of them directly in the ribs. Oh yeah, he felt that one. They booked it and I got the hell out of there.

Phew...

A buck knife is always good to have on hand, but a log will do, should’ve bashed it in his head , but ribs will do , glad your ok bro

 

[Emptynesst]

A .45 would have been more effective.
I have actually had good success with aggressive loose dogs by giving the verbal "SIT" or "DOWN" command with the appropriate hand gesture. It is surprising how many dogs respond to those. Those are doggie school 101 commands.
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I am a huge dog lover but if a dog is actually foaming at the mouth and being aggressive you need to kill it without destroying the head. At the least find cover and call 911.
IANAL and have never played one on tv.

As if everybody’s carrying a gun on them at all times, however, I am always in possession of a buck knife, it’ll do in most situations.

 

[Cvillegordo]

ALWAYS carry pepper gel at least. For close quarters attacks, an impact weapon is also very good - but you should know your local laws on these. Asp batons or any collapsible batons are illegal in some locations, and Billy clubs, especially one with a lead core, are commonly illegal items. (I carry all of the above.)

Dog attacks are a real danger for anyone who has to get out of their vehicle and walk onto a private property area. From my background here are a few common sense guidelines for dogs and human threats I recommend for everyone.

1. Always scan the area carefully for threats before you get out of the car. Look for dog houses, look for food bowls, look for leads with no dog attached to them. Look for "Beware of dog" signs. Listen. If you see or hear anything, contact the customer by phone.
2. Never go into an unseen area or poorly lit area; especially behind a house.
3. Assume that any dog is potentially dangerous. The cutest little lap dog can do plenty of damage.
4. Carry dog biscuits.
5. Attacks often happen at entrances. Be extremely alert when approaching a house with a barking dog inside. NEVER open a fence gate even if instructed to by the customer, unless you can clearly see what's on the other side.
5. "Dangerous dog" laws exist in most states. Do not hesitate to file a police report if a dog attacks you, chases you or attempts to bite you.

 

[Ms. Mercenary]

I carry nothing. Dogs don’t tend to be agressive with me; they love to cuddle though. But I do understand that sooner or later there might be one who doesn’t like me or whose owners are morons. I have a nasty fish knife in my car that would scare most away. It’s not for self defence though. I ise it for food because it’s a FAB combo of several types of blades. Not foldable, just huge and convenient.

 

[Cvillegordo]

I carry nothing. Dogs don’t tend to be agressive with me; they love to cuddle though. But I do understand that sooner or later there might be one who doesn’t like me or whose owners are morons. I have a nasty fish knife in my car that would scare most away. It’s not for self defence though. I ise it for food because it’s a FAB combo of several types of blades. Not foldable, just huge and convenient.

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Yes, one's attitude and general demeanor around dogs is very important. Many dogs react badly to someone who is afraid of them. I worked with a guy who was the polar opposite. He loved all dogs, even bad ones, and dogs generally reacted well to him. He was bitten a few times but it simply did not bother him. I don't know what his secret was honestly, but he had zero fear of dogs - even when they were chomping on his leg.

 

[Ms. Mercenary]

Yes, one's attitude and general demeanor around dogs is very important. Many dogs react badly to someone who is afraid of them. I worked with a guy who was the polar opposite. He loved all dogs, even bad ones, and dogs generally reacted well to him. He was bitten a few times but it simply did not bother him. I don't know what his secret was honestly, but he had zero fear of dogs - even when they were chomping on his leg.

I’m the same way. As a responsible person, I can’t have dogs (otherwise I’d have a pack of Doxies with German beer names), so I molest (tee hee) other people’s.

Dogs are the most selfless creatures in the world, and their love is complete and unconditional. People don’t deserve them, and yet they love people.

I’d be ok if I recieve a bite or two, as well. Just prefer to not get mauled. 😂

I don’t fear even the largest, loudest dogs and can “read” them very well - I know which ones shouldn’t be approached. Any dog attacks are not the dog’s fault. They are the owners’. It’s not the dogs who need to die. I said what I said.

P.S. Saw an incredibly handsome rottie today, leash-free on a front lawn, with two guys talking nearby at the garage door. Very calm, even when a mix on a leash walking started barking and pulling. Owner very calmly said “go up!” and without even batting an eye - and not even a growl - the Rottie calmly walked up the stairs to the porch. I couldn’t help myself and said “So handsome and distinguished!” (at which point one of them ased “us or the dog?” They were ok. Not my cup of tea, but would do after a few beers. 😂

 

[Uberdriver2710]

Always give the food to the dogs. : P

 

[ANThonyBoreDaneCook]

1. Always scan the area carefully for threats before you get out of the car. Look for dog houses, look for food bowls, look for leads with no dog attached to them. Look for "Beware of dog" signs. Listen. If you see or hear anything, contact the customer by phone.

Good advice for sure but the problem was, in this instance, the dogs were loose from a property down the street a bit. The person that I was delivering to had nothing to do with it.