Minute of pure fear... My heart is racing

[dwerten]

Just frustrates me why people do not put their dogs on a leash - it protects their dog as well as others

[BamaFan121s]

Originally Posted by dwerten

Just frustrates me why people do not put their dogs on a leash - it protects their dog as well as others

I agree. I recently got into a middle-of-the-street-screaming-match with a neighbor over his unleased dog. A black lab, named Sasha. Sasha was a cute pup, would run up to you if she was outside and it was cute--because she's a pup. Well, Sasha's grown now and has never been made to mind and will still run up to you if she's out and sees you--not so cute anymore.

My daughter was attacked by a black lab a few years ago and is PETRIFIED of Sasha now. So her running up jumping on us = not cool. She recently ran up when I had one of ours out, bypassed us and ran IN OUR HOUSE! I managed to grab her by the collar and sling her out the door right as Trixie lunged for her.

Thus the screaming ensued. His defense being "she's harmless" mine being "I will defend my child and dogs first and ask questions later."

[dwerten]

Originally Posted by BamaFan121s

I agree. I recently got into a middle-of-the-street-screaming-match with a neighbor over his unleased dog. A black lab, named Sasha. Sasha was a cute pup, would run up to you if she was outside and it was cute--because she's a pup. Well, Sasha's grown now and has never been made to mind and will still run up to you if she's out and sees you--not so cute anymore.

My daughter was attacked by a black lab a few years ago and is PETRIFIED of Sasha now. So her running up jumping on us = not cool. She recently ran up when I had one of ours out, bypassed us and ran IN OUR HOUSE! I managed to grab her by the collar and sling her out the door right as Trixie lunged for her.

Thus the screaming ensued. His defense being "she's harmless" mine being "I will defend my child and dogs first and ask questions later."

yeah our neighbor had a rottie he would do this with but he has since moved - dh would get so upset as she was sweet but she would come out of no where and sometimes scare us lol

[Mom2Kobe]

Originally Posted by BamaFan121s

Thus the screaming ensued. His defense being "she's harmless" mine being "I will defend my child and dogs first and ask questions later."

Definatly and I'm known to not be the nicest person in the neighborhood when it comes to my kids and Kobe.

[NewlyOwned]

Originally Posted by shawnzeppi

Scary! Labs are usually not an issue, friendly to a fault, but the big doofus could still end up being too rough and not realizing it. If the same situation happened with a German Sheppard or worse a pit bull, then you REALLY would have reason to be afraid, even if you picked up your little one.

When we walk by fenced big aggressive dogs, I always pick my guys up and yell, NO to the big dogs, thinking they might listen. Don't know if they would listen, but picking up your Yorkies is a great idea IMO. My little male is way too aggressive with big dogs, like you said, trying to protect us I guess.

I have a Pitbull, actually I have 4 pitbulls and 1 Yorkie Tiny. And of all my dogs Tiny is the only one that is aggressive both dog and food. Now I have only had him a little over a week and and still teaching him manners. Pitbulls may seem big and scary but the are all not that way.

[Sookie]

My daughter's Yorkie was attacked by a black lab and it was intent on hurting it. I threw my iced tea in the lab's face and it backed off long enough to get Sassy in the house, but went after her again and would have run into the house if we hadn't gotten the door closed.

I was totally unprepared for the entire event and it was really traumatic. I'm glad your little one is ok.

[shawnzeppi]

Originally Posted by Britster

Wow, so glad nothing happened! It can be scary for sure.



I've actually run across more aggressive Labs (and yorkies!) than German Shepherds or Pit Bulls combined, so it's really not fair to base a decision on the breed...

Not to get into posting argument as its pointless, but the argument I was trying to make was based on the risk. A pit bull (or a German Sheppard to a lesser extent) is more risky due to the breeds aggression AND their size. One of my Yorkies is really aggressive towards people and large dogs, and I train him over and over again to stop the behavior. Every time we go on a walk, as a matter fact. He refuses to learn even when I lift him in his harness when he acts like a terror. However, if he were to "attack", the results would be insignificant in comparison with a large aggressive breed. Never met an aggressive lab, but sure, I believe any dog can have issues.

[shawnzeppi]

Originally Posted by zekie's mom

Zeke is very aggressive with larger dogs. We have two yellow labs that live across the street. The one wants to play with him and the other wants to eat him. I have heard that carrying wasp spray with you is also a good option as it shoots quite far.

Yeah, my little guy also does not like big dogs, and that is not good but I dont really have enough consistent training opportunities to do anything about it. Usually a big dog owner will just smile and walk away. Who wants to say "hello" to a spazy barking Yorkie?

With respect to your wasp spray comment, I would never consider such a thing. You should NOT use a product like a poison in any manner that is inconsistent with the products warning labels. Have you considered what would happen if that spray got in a persons (or neighbor's dog's) eyes. Read the Material Safety Data Sheet. Better yet, get some pepper spray or dog repellent if you think you really need it.

[ArmaniMan]

Originally Posted by Ladymom

Picking your dog up is not going to stop an aggressive dog. He will just attack you, too. If a dog comes up behind you, there may not be time. One shake of a tiny Yorkie's neck can kill it.

IMO, everyone should carry doggie mace (Muzzle). If you live in an area where very aggressive breeds like pits may be lose, carry bear repellent.

Amazon.com: Mace Brand Muzzle Dog Repellent Spray: Home & Garden

Thanks for the link... I am going to buy some for my mom.

She has two toy poodles and called the other day to say she was confronted by a pit bull late at night when she was walking her little ones, she barely made it in the house safely and the dog was attacking the door after her.

Does it work well?

[shoefelmeyer]

I would have been terrified if I big dog came running towards me.

I guess since I was always knocked down, off my bike from a Black Lab as a child when I rode to a friends house, daily! This same lab knocked me off the boat dock into the river also. Ever since, I have had a fear of big dogs, especially black labs!

I know if a big dog came running towards me, I would pick up my little yorkie or pomeranian and would fear being attacked.

[Mom2Kobe]

Last night the (older lady) owner of the labs stopped me while I was walking Kobe and apologized for her dogs getting out but told me that they wouldn't have done anything to me or him.

[PANAMA69]

Originally Posted by Baby Pepper

I would like to carry something like pepper spray, too. My sister in Germany always has it with her. And a stun gun??? |I believe both are illegal in Australia. Some people recommend a large pop-up umbrella. Will probably buy one. I found umbrellas are awkward to carry, though, but I suppose safety should always come first...

Forgot this is a international forum lol, they are legal here were I live. I have a friend that walk her little dog, every morning, she said that she use a walking stick, ( I think is that how it called) maybe you can try that