I know I've read one or two scenarios about self defense against dogs. I don't have a specific scenario, but I was wondering at what point you would shoot the dog that was attacking you. I'm sure it would depend upon the size and type of dog. You wouldn't want to shoot a dog that is just lunging at your while on a chain, nor would you want to shoot a dog that is only 10 pounds.
I feel that many dog encounters can be solved via some swift kicking. Kick the dog as hard as you can if it charges you. But if you have a large, mean dog that is charging at you, when do you shoot? Do you let it attack you and then shoot it?
For myself, I feel that I would probably not use my weapon in defense until I have tried kicking the dog, but that could be very dangerous because some dogs, once they get a bite will thrash around, tearing flesh, which would make it very difficult to draw your weapon. I have no problem killing a dog that is going to attack me, but I fear shooting someone's dog before it has actually bitten me.
Also, what are the legal ramifications if any in shooting a dog? There is discharging a firearm within city limits, possible animal abuse?
I feel that many dog encounters can be solved via some swift kicking. Kick the dog as hard as you can if it charges you. But if you have a large, mean dog that is charging at you, when do you shoot? Do you let it attack you and then shoot it?
For myself, I feel that I would probably not use my weapon in defense until I have tried kicking the dog, but that could be very dangerous because some dogs, once they get a bite will thrash around, tearing flesh, which would make it very difficult to draw your weapon. I have no problem killing a dog that is going to attack me, but I fear shooting someone's dog before it has actually bitten me.
Also, what are the legal ramifications if any in shooting a dog? There is discharging a firearm within city limits, possible animal abuse?