Dog protection in the UK

[Boom-stick]

This has just caused a stir in my grey-like matter.
Can you carry anything for protection against a dog attack here in the UK?
I'm not that 'up' on that part of the law, maybe one of you guys can fill me in?

Just curious really, because being a karate black belt wouldn't mean squat to my old Rotts

Police dogs are easy, just run towards them, freaks them out, as that isn't in their training

But for any of the other nutter breeds out there, can you carry anything?

 

[sterling180]

Can you carry anything for protection against a dog attack here in the UK?
I'm not that 'up' on that part of the law, maybe one of you guys can fill me in?

Probably not,otherwise the RSPCA,will prosecute you.In saying this,you can use a cosh or your legs,to stun the dog-giving yourself enough time to get away.

When I mean a cosh,I mean a stick,scaffolding pole,pipe,etc and not a weapon type-such as:a pickaxe handle or a baton,etc.

You could use deodourant or any kind of domestic spray,to disorientate the dog-whilst you get away.

It is illegal,to have a "nutter breed" dog,under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1989,anyway-but there are prats out there who illegally buy them and do not train them very well-in terms of social conduct.

There are exceptions to this act of Parliement,but to have a dangerous dog,is almost like having a gun license.Alot of hassle in terms of expense,time,paperwork and heavy scruiteny-by the law-because they are wary of them.

I have read this,somewhere in a survival guide,so I hope this helps you.

 

[JShirley]

When going through higher-security areas where dedicated weapons are forbidden, I have settled on a length of braided 550 cord. One end holds my keys...the other end is fastened to a heavy carabiner.

Not only is this actually useful- give yourself enough cord, and you can use your keys, but still keep them attached to a belt loop- but that carabiner would crack a dog snout pretty hard, and you have some stand-off distance.

Cord somehow looks less threatening to security types than chain, too.

John

 

[Boom-stick]

Thanks Guys,

Good idea John, gonna get me 550 and a 'bina

Quite similar to 'Lee Morrisons' key chain

 

[JShirley]

...but with the added benefits of reach and velocity.

 

[hso]

Be sure to get the heaviest vanadium steel clips that you can find and put one on each end, one for your belt and the other for the keys. Alternately, use a steel 'biner and a brass snap hook. This way you get more weight. There's something very satisfying about nearly a pound of steel at the end of a strap.


SMC NFPA Large Steel Rescue Carabiner
$27.30
SM21001N
Rated "G" for general use
Possibly the most recognized Large Steel Locking D in the industry. SMC's large steel carabiner is a strong, high-quality, durable piece of rescue equipment, giving outstanding performance in the most critical environments.
Certified by Underwriters Laboratories to meet the 1995 edition of NFPA 1983. Certification information stamped on the product and warning labels and user information is enclosed with item as required by NFPA. Meets NFPA minimum breaking strength of 9,000 lbs (40.5 kN)
Weight: 10.6 oz (301g)

 

[Boom-stick]

I'm feelin' a new product catering for the UK market coming on....

"The multi-purpose key chain"

 

[dc0120]

Being sort of a redneck Texan a belt with a medium to large buckle works very vell if you can get it off fast enough.

 

[carpettbaggerr]

Multipurpose keychain? Kinda like this one?

spring loaded Flat shaft with 10oz. Hook Snap payload...Handy around the ranch

 

[Boom-stick]

Exactly like that one

Fosters do some lovely work, I must track down a site for them or some contact details. I've seen their work in TPI but havn't asked the question.

Their company statement is also outstanding....

"Stealing Childhood Memories since 2005"

 

[hso]

Ohhhhh, I like that! Add a couple of protective leather wings to prevent skuffing and that would be perfect!

 

[molossus]

Police dogs are easy, just run towards them, freaks them out, as that isn't in their training

I used to train dogs for the Prison Service and the police. If you ran towards any of the dogs I had trained or handled you would end up badly bitten by a very happy dog!

Regards
Rich

 

[Fosbery]

I bet a cricket bat works wonders. "Yes officer, I was just about to ask the guys in the office if they fancied joining me for a game of cricket when a rabid dog attacked me!"