Originally Posted by elmira
I have read scatered reports of people being chased, or attacked by dogs during a tour that have ruined their tours. This has me concidering wether or not i should take dog repellent on my next tour. I was wondering if this concern is valid, or if it is a rare occurance that would burden me with extra weight?
Well, how can a dog ruin a tour? You mean did they ever haul me down in a pack and rip my throat out? No. But I sure have had my share of run-ins with dogs. I'll leave dog repellent discussion to those more knowledgeable; but in general unless the dog attack is seen well in advance I don't know if you'll be able to spray the dog in time.
Before a tour in 3rd world countries you should get your rabies shots, updated Tetanus shots, and carry both topical and pill antibiotics.
You have a few seconds at most to see if you can outrace the dogs. If not, I get off the bike if I can. You can always defend yourself better on foot against any kind of assailant.
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