I've had some good experiences walking my female in fancy dresses, ones with 'loud' patterns. The first time I did this, a PB mix that normally chases after her was not even phased by her presence. Well a little phased, but he sat there with his head cocked and the most confused look on his face. I guess the dress changes her profile and 'look', so that she did not elicit a prey response in this dog, which I have seen happen 3-4 times previously. Bold patterns and/or metallic, shiny fabric in the least dog like colors may help.
I need to check the laws here, but I firmly believe the only thing that will stop a PB in a Zone 10 attack mode is a gun or a knife. I've read a few reports where one dog was shot with 5 times the amount of euthanasia solution (from a gun and a distance by a vet) and even this did not stop this dog. Police report that tazers don't phase them, even being beat by two grown men wielding 2X4s couldn't stop a dog attacking an Animal Control Officer.
IMHO, living in a neighborhood with a PB type or other large dog with or without a bite history, I would not depend on any spray nor deterrent that may or may not work. You need something definite, like a gun or a knife (and be able to use it effectively). |