Protector Dog Spray with Key Ring, 14 Bursts, 12-Foot (4-Meter) Range, Humane Dog Attack Deterrent, Maximum Strength Allowed By EPA

I've carried this on my dog walking bag with a easy release clip for over a year now and had the unfortunate experience of needing to use it for the first time this week. For context, I have a dog selective dog, who doesn't appreciate being rushed by strange dogs. I got it as a procaution, since a friend of mine had their dog attacked by an off leash dog whose owner couldn't care less. In our situation we tried de-escalating the situation and advocating for our space by asking the owner to "please leash your dog" first, and then when the dog still approached with stiff slow body language (I volunteer with dogs, I know this is what often predates a bite) I tried yelling at the dog and swinging the other end of my leash to create space. When that didn't work I felt I had to escalate to using this spray. It was a good solid easy to aim stream, that worked from a distance, I think the dog got to be about 6ft away from us before I decided to use it. I was able to aim right at its face no problem . I was expecting a huge reaction from the dog and it to immediately run away, but instead it made a grimace, marked a near by tree and then finally left us alone. It did make the dog leave quickly after spraying though. Where as my other tatics to create space didn't faze the dog (I've been approached by off leash dogs, and the leash swing and yelling has worked on all of them but this one) After this situation I considered carrying full strength pepper spray, but I ended up deciding to order this product again to make sure I always have a full can. It did what it was supposed to, and I think because I knew it was a dog specific formula, I felt confident in using it when other tatics to de-escalate didn't work. I wouldn't want to wait to use something until a strange off leash dog with aggressive body language gets too close and have a potential dog fight break out. Better to be prepared then have a blood bath. I absolutely think this product saved myself and my dog from a potential bite. Will recommend to all of my dog friends, and will never walk without it readily accessible. You can't control bad dog owners, but you can be confident you are prepared. I like the slim design, but did buy a separate quick release clip to keep it more readily available. The lock feature has always stayed put when not in use, but was easy to disengage when the time arrised.

Easy to use. You feel comfortable and safe. I sprayed it just to see and works fast

Why did you pick this product vs others?: I ordered this product nearly 1.5 years ago. Fortunately, I haven't had the need to use it. Came close once, and was glad I had it with me. The plastic key ring connector recently broke. I reached out to the manufacturer and they sent me a replacement without fuss. Awesome customer service!!!

I’ve never had to use it and hope I never will. I take it when I walk my dogs because of big dogs running loose.

Unfortunately, I had to use this product today while walking my 2 dogs. A large aggressive dog was let out of its house by a child. It ran straight toward my smaller dog, a Russel mix. I tried to block the way, to no avail. It began mauling my dog...I deployed a small burst of spray to the attacking dog. This gave him pause, but he then started attacking again. I delivered a larger spray to its face...it then backed of and ran back to its house. My dog escaped with a bite/cut to his head. It would have been much, much worse without the spray. I hope the other dog is ok....I am a dog lover and only did this to protect my pups. As I write this my hand is still burning from the overspray. The product works. I hope you ever need to use it. Buying another right now, just in case.

Make bad dogs run away when hitting them in the eyes. Good stream

I purchased this after a bad dog bite, and I've had to use it at least three times so far. I regularly run on gravel back roads, and dogs have always been a concern: I've had to chase them off, yell them down, or throw rocks, and hadn't been bit in three years of running in the same area until early this year. I'm not quick to spray a dog, but these days I take no chances if a dog charges me. Anyway, in the times I've used it, the dogs in question have backed down, but their reaction tells me it's more of a minor irritant. I've never seen the dog turn tail and run or show much reaction when I've had to use it. It may be the strength of the product, or it may be the small volume. The spray is more like you'd get from a spray bottle, except continuous. I've test fired bear spray, and compared to this, that's like a garden hose compared to a squirt gun. Obviously you can't expect anything like that from something this small, but I'm beginning to think this isn't enough for my needs. In particular, if you have to use it in windy conditions, it's likely to be ineffective unless the wind is at your back. No complaints about ease of use or the product failing completely, and for someone who runs in less open areas where unrestrained dogs are less frequent it may still be a good choice. I was one to say "I don't need much" (anything actually), but having to deal with stitches and antibiotics and insurance claims tends to change your mind.

This is a safe and humane product for great pets with "misguided" owners. Choosing to ignore safety leash/muzzle ordinances, they allow pets to run ahead, while preoccupied with cell phones. From a family of pet lovers and owners, this deterrent spray will help prevent "escape" injuries sustained from sudden sprints and jumps. A highly recommended product.

I purchased one of these canine sprays for my spouse to carry in her purse while out and about with the children, in case of an aggressive loose dog. As I hope will always be the case she has thus far had no reason to use it in a real life situation. I had her test fire it a couple times however, in order to ensure its functionality and so she would have a feel for the range and aim of the spray and can attest that the duration of bursts as well as the range are accurately stated. I will be purchasing a couple more of this company’s products to add to my preparedness supplies in case she ever does need to use the one she currently is carrying.

We live in a city, but has lots of trees, parks and natural space. Coyotes are a regular sighting. Having this bring a good sense of security should the Coyotes come after my small dog rather than slinking past at night.

I take my dog to a country off leash dog park which is beautiful, however there are the occasional coyote! Although, coyote attacks ate rare, I feel better knowing that I have this with me just in case! We'll made, easy to loop onto dog leash!

Bigger than the keychain one which I like quite a bit. Plus it’s pretty bright so I can find easily in my purse at night

I bought to protect myself in my travels. I can’t fly with it