Originally Posted by
ADAM31
I live in Tennessee and we have a considerable number of dogs that like to chase cyclists in the area or maybe they just like to chase me. I have been bitten by one particular dog and luckily I was able to use my water bottle hitting him on the head in order for him to let go of my foot. Any suggestions or something you use to keep dogs away?
Knock on wood, I usually talk to them and so far they just like to make a bunch of noise and run along side until I’m past their area.
I have pepper spray but haven’t used it. I did check with animal control and they were very pro cyclist and had no issue with using it if need be.