Thread: Councils should admister an IQ test before people can own a dog!

as the owner of 3 (speyed) bitches, walking the dogs on lead in 'public' areas is an expereince. the good news is they're quick to support each each other if a dog becomes aggressive, but are perfectly happy for normal doggie inquisitiveness.

I've had two dogs attack mine over the years - first cost $1400 for work on my (dog's) shoulder after an out-of-control German shepherd ripped into it. I got crossed and threw the other dog away - owner wasn't impressed but I was annoyyed I actually didn't get details at the time.

2nd was a blue heeler coming bowling out of an unfenced property as we walk past (on lead) - skank of an owner came out and abused me! - her dog was "just protecting his street"! I was deeply moved by her hair rollers and dressing gown (it was 2pm after all) and simply said I'd release my girls if she didn't call her mutt off.

The police carry extendable batons. Unfortunately it's a Crimes Act (Offensive Weapon etc) if you carry - but I certainly carry a handy "throwing' stick that could be multi-purpose if needs be. . . .

It sthe owner who are the problem. . .

don't forget your phone can a camera and probably a 'record' function. trial by media has it's uses too (refer the Moutnain bike rider in chch)