How to Survive a Dog Attack !!!!!

[Daanyeer]

...."Don't smile. Bared teeth may signify aggression to a dog"

Source: http://www.secretsofsurvival.com
Author: James Roberts

Whether its Your Neighbor's Dog, or a Pack of Wild Dogs, some Techniques are Timeless

There's a reason why police dogs are effective. Picture an angry German Shepherd traveling at light speed with fangs bared...

Let me put it this way: There have been plenty of criminals that have turned tail and run the other way. Unfortunately for these criminals, that may be the worst thing one can do when a dog attack occurs.

The reality is that dog attacks do happen. Along with this, it's a rare person that hasn't at least felt threatened by a dog at one point or another. In fact, it's a rare person that hasn't felt threatened by a dog in their own neighborhood.

Besides, if you've been reading the articles at SecretsofSurvival.com, then you know that when it all hits the fan, wild dogs will be out there. So how can you protect yourself?

Be prepared for a dog attack. In other words, have a weapon.

The greatest fighters in the world are the ones that prepare themselves for battle the best. Thus, if you want to live through a dog attack, it might be beneficial to be ready. In other words, have some things on you that could be beneficial in a dogfight.

Pepper spray - It's never a bad idea to have pepper spray or some other form of spray designed to make something trying to hurt you think twice. No, having pepper spray by itself doesn't mean you're safe from a dog attack (you'll read why later). Further, sometimes it's best that you don't use a spray with an angry dog.

By the same token, it could end up helping. So why not at least have it on you?

Sticks and stones may brake his bones, but. . . well, who cares about names?- Here's the thing: a good stick is worth a world of good. Why? Well they can be used in a variety of ways from hitting a dog on the nose, to more aggressive stances if that doesn't work. George Donahue at FightingArts.com even spoke of having a drumstick (real drums, not a turkey). In short, anything thin enough to get down a dog's throat and hard enough not to break.

If it can be concealed, that may be even better (depending on the situation).

Also remember that preparation means more than weapons. Thus, you should always be highly aware when traveling outside. Beyond that, know where the more aggressive dogs are along the routes you're traveling and don't be afraid to call that neighbor and tell them to leash their dog.

How to avoid a vicious dog attack
Okay, let's say you are prepared and then that dog comes running out of someone's yard angrily at you. DO NOT PULL THE PEPPER SPRAY OUT AND IMMEDIATELY SPRAY THEM! The reasoning for this is simple. Sometimes, pepper spray (any spray, really) will only serve to make an attacking dog more angry. Thus, that's a last resort.

First, you should try to avoid the confrontation. And that means. . .

Do not appear threatening to the canine- Stare downs happen before boxing matches and MMA fights for a reason. Both competitors are obviously trying to intimidate one another. They want to let the other know that they're ready for the confrontation.

Which is why you don't want to stare a dog in the eyes. That's threatening to a canine, and threatening is the last thing you want to be. Along with that, stay calm. If you don't, the dog will either think you want a fight or are scared, both of which can be detrimental.


Beyond that, here are a list of considerations that could keep a dog attack from occurring once you've happened upon an aggressive dog.

1. You might try commanding the dog to "sit," or "stay." This could give you time to think or even get away.

2. Do not make any sudden movements. Rather, keep your hands down at your sides. This may serve to calm the dog down and show them that you are not a threat.

3. Do not turn your back on the dog. Canines often take that as a sign of weakness or an opening to attack. Further, do not run away! That will probably only cause the dog to come after you.

4. Don't smile. Bared teeth may signify aggression to a dog.

5. Back away slowly once the dog stops paying attention to you.

Oftentimes, utilizing the aforementioned in such a way will keep a dog from attacking. However, if this doesn't stop the impending attack, then there are further things to consider.


When it all breaks down: Steps to take against an attacking dog

1. Put something between your body and the dog's teeth if you can. This could be a stick or something that separates the two of you. Of course, it could be a jacket wrapped around your arm, etc. Remember, that if you give it an arm then you have another plus both your legs free.

Along with this, you don't want to end up on the ground with a dog.

2. If you understand Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, then you know that oftentimes attempting to simply pull your arm out of an armbar only serves to allow the hold to come together more easily. Along with this, pulling your arm from a biting dog will only help them to rip it to pieces.

Thus, this is a bad idea.

3. By the way, this is the time to try that pepper spray to the dog's eyes (once the attack has commenced). If that works, great!

4. This is also the time that you might want to try that stick you brought. However, your best bet may not be to simply hit an attacking canine with it (though you could try that). Rather, attempt to shove it down the dog's throat. This may cause the canine to choke and give you back your arm.

If a stick isn't available, you might even consider shoving the arm the dog has down its throat depending on your situation as it could possibly have the same effect.

5. If none of the aforementioned work, then you're running out of options beyond trying to truly beat the dog at its own game (in other words, no pun intended, you're about to embark in a dogfight). Along with this, strikes to the eyes- it's time to get mean- or the throat may be in order.

6. If that doesn't work, you could even try grabbing one of the dog's hind legs, according to George Donahue at FightingArts.com, and ripping up (thus putting the dog on its back in a submissive position). This could allow you to drag it.

Remember, though, that such a movement may put you at risk for ending up on the ground (a bad thing as it leaves your neck and other vital areas open to the dog). So proceed with care.

7. Of course, this is all assuming that you don't have a gun on you. Still, you would only use such weaponry as a last resort (even if one of these SecretsofSurvival.com scenarios did play out). Remember that most dogs act angrily only when they feel that you are threatening them or their family. Thus, the aforementioned ideas could very well work before resorting to such tactics.

But that doesn't necessarily mean they will.

In the end, dog attacks can be quite vicious. In fact, they can be deadly. Along with this, being prepared can mean the difference between life and death. As with any survival scenario, you should choose life and be ready.

[AhlulbaytSoldier]

I dont understand adults that are scared of dogs.If dog attacks me,i will break his head with my own feet.