03/03/2022
Are dogs good for self defense? 🐶
As is the answer for most things, it depends.
And it largely depends on the breed.
Obviously some breeds of dogs are better than others.
Some dogs may even look scary enough to keep someone away even though in reality, they wouldn’t hurt anyone.
Overall, I see a dog as a prevention tool in self defense. Dogs can alert you when someone is approaching you or your home.
You could even take courses to specifically train your dog to protect you and attack an unwanted intruder in your home.
Not all dogs will come to your rescue if you are being attacked. They could also be a distraction if they don’t listen to you when you’re out in public.
If you want a dog specifically for this reason, do your research on the right breeds and training courses in your area.
My dog is very protective of me and although I don’t think she could hurt anyone badly, she definitely alerts me when others are around. Another addition to my situational awareness. 👏🏼
