Originally Posted by
Clyde1820
Makes a lot of sense.
I'm more a fan of a solid crack across the snout with a suitable device, but a decent pepper spray could work.
Basic logic of coping with bullies. They are going to continue attempting it, so long as there aren't painful (even dire) ramifications for doing so. Dogs are pretty smart at getting the picture, when the "picture" for a feel-good is grim that way.
JMO
Your "device" will only encourage them. Use the spray, its a permanent solution since they have no defense against it.