After two dogs were attacked in my neighborhood by a larger dog running loose (not the same dog doing the attacking), I started carrying pepper spray. I keep the cannister attached to McGill's leash.

One of the dogs that was attacked had to be put to sleep and I don't know if the other is okay.

I live in smallish town that is suburban to a major city. So, it's not like I'm in a rough neighborhood or anything.

McGill has never been friendly toward other dogs so I'm very aware of that and watch him like a hawk because I don't want him causing any trouble (he's always on a leash by the way). But, I'm surprised how often others will be careless with their dogs that don't do well with others.

Carol, McGill, Atty Cat & Winnie (always)