Handheld Devices to Deter Dogs? Experience Anyone?

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Posts: 5960 07/07/09 7:51 AM Dog Sports Trainer/Moderator	Anyone know anything about handheld devices intended to DETER a dog? Used them, tried them? Heard about anyone having success with a certain type or model? e.g. only : http://www.petpetsupplies.com/dazar-ii-ultrasonic-dog-deterrent.html We're having an issue at work where some of our field staff have been threatened by loose dogs and the organization is looking into buying them something to fend off threatening dogs. I have NO experience with such a device - am suspicious that they would not work, but have never had one in my hand, so simply don't know. I am concerned about any sort of devuce that might elevate a dog's aggression when provoked - but again, no experience with any type of device. Just know that some dogs will spool UP if they perceive attack or feel pain. One thing we're considering is airhorns - we're also reaching out to the Post Office to see what they've settled on... Patty Last Edited By: Salty Dogs 07/07/09 8:13 AM. Edited 1 time.
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Posts: 627 07/07/09 8:00 AM Senior Member/Pro Trainer	I don't think the Dazer will do what you want. I use it occassionally with some dogs, Bounce for one as a training tool. It's just a high pitched noise--she is sound sensitive so, as long as she is not to stimmed it will interrupt her. When Bumble hears it she looks on the ground for bugs- consistent reaction by city dogs so I suspect (as does SW) that it sounds a bit like cockaroaches!! Anyway, I don't think it would do a darn thing for a threatening dog.... Umbrellas and or direct stop seems like a better defensive option... Noelle www.smilingdogstraining.com
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Posts: 5960 07/07/09 8:32 AM Dog Sports Trainer/Moderator	Thanks, Noelle. I know we've spoken about Direct Stop and umbrellas through the years. Has anyone ever been put in the position of actually having to use these on a threatening dog and what did you experience? Again, we're working on a guidance document for our staff. Thanks. Last Edited By: Salty Dogs 07/09/09 6:47 AM. Edited 1 time.
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Posts: 21191 07/07/09 8:47 AM Professional Trainer/Owns Board	Shakecans and compressed air horns - I don't want the dog's close enough to have to use an Umbrella or Direct Stop. Surprise used on first notice can work well. If without gear - a jacket swung around over your head vigorously as you rush toward the dog yelling will send most dogs packing. Sarah Wilson Your dog can change but you have to change first. Last Edited By: SW845 07/07/09 9:04 AM. Edited 1 time.
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Posts: 2664 07/07/09 8:04 PM	I like the air horn idea but where would you get it?
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Posts: 5001 07/08/09 5:41 AM Trainer	You can get an airhorn almost anywhere marine supplies are sold.
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Posts: 21191 07/08/09 6:11 AM Professional Trainer/Owns Board	These are NOT suggestions for general use - these are suggestions for workers being threatened by loose dogs. Please do not confuse the purposes. Using a compressed airhorn or shakecans when walking your own dog could seriously scare your dog. We make different suggestions for those situations. Sarah Wilson Your dog can change but you have to change first.
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