If a mean dog comes up to you growling and showing it's teeth are you supposed to make eye contact or not?
I know you should stand still and not run, but i forget if eye contact is good or bad.
What To Do If You Encounter a Seemingly Aggressive Dog:
Stand still. If you keep approaching, the dog will interpret this as an attack
Don't make eye contact. This is a challenge to the dog
Don't smile. The dog thinks you are "baring your teeth" at him. This is an invitation to fight.
Wait for the dog's owner to come and restrain the dog
Respect the dog's wishes! If the dog is barking and growling, he is expressing his definite displeasure with your actions. Don't push the envelope. Most dogs make good on their warnings!
What To Do If You Are Attacked by a Dog:
Don't move! You cannot outrun a dog, no matter how fast you are. Running only provokes an angry dog.
Look away. Staring an aggressive dog in the eyes is a challenge.
Use a soft, soothing tone of voice. Loud, angry-sounding words and screaming only spur on the dog.
Keep your arms to your side, with your fingers curled in so the dog can't bite them.
If he bites you, DO NOT PULL AWAY. This only spurs the dog on. Remain calm. Try to ram a stick, broom handle, etc down the dog's throat to make him gag and let you go. Don't hit the dog. Again, that just makes the situation worse.
If you are on the ground, curl into a fetal position. Cover your head and neck. Lay perfectly still. Usually a still target is boring to the dog and they will retreat.
Germlin like dog growling looks like the devil
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