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Camino Devil Dog Deterrent
Really very unlikely.- Michelle Menhennet
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Camino Devil Dog Deterrent
lol! Still better than being bitten 😂😂😂- Michelle Menhennet
- Post #15
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Camino Devil Dog Deterrent
Just a small reminder that the prevailing wisdom when being approached or investigated by a dog is to “be a tree” and stay as still and upright as possible. Also remove your hat if you are wearing one. I know this flies in the face of our instincts to run away or face off with a dog, but if you...- Michelle Menhennet
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What to do with aggressive dogs
Fair enough. I chose that particular material to quote because it seemed simply worded and easy to follow without a lot of extraneous information, but also because it succinctly captured all of the other advice I’d learned from other trainers. I had no idea that well intended advice was going to...- Michelle Menhennet
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What to do with aggressive dogs
The advice I have posted is expert veterinary advice and is consistent with advice and discussions with a number of expert dog trainers I’ve spoken with. I worked in the retail pet industry for years and had the occasion to work with a number of trainers. I’ve gone on to my current job as a...- Michelle Menhennet
- Post #36
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What to do with aggressive dogs
I know remaining quiet doesn’t feel right, your instincts are to get the heck outta there... but you have to remember a dog is also aggressive when fearful. If you start yelling and flailing about, you will frighten them more. Be a Tree and wait. Stay calm. Eventually the dogs will also calm...- Michelle Menhennet
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What to do with aggressive dogs
I’ve seen threads on this topic buried in miscellaneous threads, but I think it’s worth having a stand alone thread in Personal Safety. Lots of people run into dogs on the Camino who are fiercely protecting territory or livestock and some even bitten. The best way to deal with them can be a...- Michelle Menhennet
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