ever been chased by a dog? (or- when animals attack!) - The Chainlink2024-03-28T18:59:43Zhttps://thechainlink.org/forum/topics/ever-been-chased-by-a-dog?commentId=2211490%3AComment%3A983313&x=1&feed=yes&xn_auth=noIn the incidents I had, the g…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-04-25:2211490:Comment:9833132016-04-25T18:54:25.394ZAnne Althttps://thechainlink.org/profile/Anne91
<p>In the incidents I had, the geese came up quickly and I didn't really have room to escape. I did my best to be as intimidating as possible.</p>
<p>In the incidents I had, the geese came up quickly and I didn't really have room to escape. I did my best to be as intimidating as possible.</p> http://m.wikihow.com/Stop-a-G…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-04-25:2211490:Comment:9835002016-04-25T17:41:34.042ZTom A.K.https://thechainlink.org/profile/TomKrystyn
<a href="http://m.wikihow.com/Stop-a-Goose-Attack" target="_blank">http://m.wikihow.com/Stop-a-Goose-Attack</a><br />
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How to stop a goose attack.<br />
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Anne, your tactics seem not to be recommended in this article. But I think I would go ahead and try your tactics. But only if my helmet was on tightly!
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How to stop a goose attack.<br />
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Anne, your tactics seem not to be recommended in this article. But I think I would go ahead and try your tactics. But only if my helmet was on tightly! Geese are jerks. I've turned…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-04-25:2211490:Comment:9833112016-04-25T17:32:01.964ZYasmeenhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/YasmeenSchuller
<p>Geese are jerks. I've turned around and found a different path - trying to avoid them completely. Glad you are ok. </p>
<p>Geese are jerks. I've turned around and found a different path - trying to avoid them completely. Glad you are ok. </p> Next time get one of them to…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-04-25:2211490:Comment:9834962016-04-25T17:28:51.434ZTony Adamshttps://thechainlink.org/profile/TonyAdams
<p>Next time get one of them to shoot a video of the incident on your phone please. :)</p>
<p>Next time get one of them to shoot a video of the incident on your phone please. :)</p> I've had situations (off bike…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-04-25:2211490:Comment:9833932016-04-25T17:08:14.190ZAnne Althttps://thechainlink.org/profile/Anne91
<p>I've had situations (off bike) when I was charged by aggressive geese who were trying to steal my lunch. I tried imitating their aggressive behavior and it worked. Notice how they raise up, flap their wings and hiss. <br/><br/>I charged and hissed and flapped my arms like wings - like a bigger goose. In each case, the goose charging me backed off, and other geese nearby took the hint. Then I was able to eat lunch in peace. Your mileage may vary...</p>
<p>I've had situations (off bike) when I was charged by aggressive geese who were trying to steal my lunch. I tried imitating their aggressive behavior and it worked. Notice how they raise up, flap their wings and hiss. <br/><br/>I charged and hissed and flapped my arms like wings - like a bigger goose. In each case, the goose charging me backed off, and other geese nearby took the hint. Then I was able to eat lunch in peace. Your mileage may vary...</p> Ive come upon a group of wild…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-04-25:2211490:Comment:9834912016-04-25T16:46:18.903Zdjmhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/djm
<p>Ive come upon a group of wild turkeys who refused to cede the right-of-way. More a memorable bird experience than a bad one.</p>
<p>Ive come upon a group of wild turkeys who refused to cede the right-of-way. More a memorable bird experience than a bad one.</p> Today on the I & M trail…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-04-25:2211490:Comment:9832872016-04-25T00:12:08.521ZMark Kaplanhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/MarkKaplan
<p>Today on the I & M trail I was charged at by two protective geese---I was at least 4 or 5 feet from them. I was thrown from my bike. Luckily they backed off and i was not injured beyond a bruised ego. A mile later I sped up when another goose tried to do me in. Anyone have a bad bird experience? (By the way, the I and M trail which is easy to pick up off of 80 in Joliet, is a real gem full of great wildlife and a variety of beautiful birds--except, of course, those dangerous geese).</p>
<p>Today on the I & M trail I was charged at by two protective geese---I was at least 4 or 5 feet from them. I was thrown from my bike. Luckily they backed off and i was not injured beyond a bruised ego. A mile later I sped up when another goose tried to do me in. Anyone have a bad bird experience? (By the way, the I and M trail which is easy to pick up off of 80 in Joliet, is a real gem full of great wildlife and a variety of beautiful birds--except, of course, those dangerous geese).</p> Thanks for the tip. Back in…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-04-21:2211490:Comment:9826882016-04-21T17:35:29.265ZAnne Althttps://thechainlink.org/profile/Anne91
<p>Thanks for the tip. <br/><br/>Back in my New Hampshire and Pennsylvania days, when I occasionally got chased by dogs out in the country, I was sometimes able to use a water bottle to squirt the dog in the face. I mostly sprinted as fast as possible until the dog stopped chasing.</p>
<p>Thanks for the tip. <br/><br/>Back in my New Hampshire and Pennsylvania days, when I occasionally got chased by dogs out in the country, I was sometimes able to use a water bottle to squirt the dog in the face. I mostly sprinted as fast as possible until the dog stopped chasing.</p> I've been chased by dogs many…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-04-21:2211490:Comment:9826742016-04-21T16:41:29.969ZWaymond Smithhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/WaymondSmith
<p>I've been chased by dogs many times. The worst was when I went camping in Indiana 2 weeks ago, I was chased by 6 pit bulls! I got off my bike, placed the bike between the dogs and myself and backed up until the I left the 'territory'. It's time to buy some bear spray!</p>
<p>I've been chased by dogs many times. The worst was when I went camping in Indiana 2 weeks ago, I was chased by 6 pit bulls! I got off my bike, placed the bike between the dogs and myself and backed up until the I left the 'territory'. It's time to buy some bear spray!</p> I ride on farm roads quite a…tag:thechainlink.org,2016-04-20:2211490:Comment:9822502016-04-20T15:00:11.435Zrickosaurushttps://thechainlink.org/profile/rickosaurus
<p>I ride on farm roads quite a bit and get chased by dogs often. If you have a clif bar wrapper or something you can dangle it for the dog to get it's attention. Then let go of the wrapper or item and the dog will usually pay attention to the item you are dropping at least momentarily enough for you to get a head start. It would also work with a glove in a worst case scenario. Although littering and giving up a glove can aren't ideal, it could save you from a bite in a situation where you…</p>
<p>I ride on farm roads quite a bit and get chased by dogs often. If you have a clif bar wrapper or something you can dangle it for the dog to get it's attention. Then let go of the wrapper or item and the dog will usually pay attention to the item you are dropping at least momentarily enough for you to get a head start. It would also work with a glove in a worst case scenario. Although littering and giving up a glove can aren't ideal, it could save you from a bite in a situation where you don't have it in your legs to outsprint the dog.</p>
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