beautifulthailand99 Posted January 6, 2018 Share Posted January 6, 2018 (edited) .....for our forthcoming two month stay in the LOS. Bought two just to make sure if one fails then the second can hopefully save me. Have spent too many trips in the past running at full pelt when going on one of my strolls as packs of wild dogs tried to take lumps out of me. They were 10 quid each off Amazon and on a walkabout in the Uk today a couple of large red setters looked perturbed as I secretly set it off when walking past me. Will keep folk informed as to how they fare under the more extreme Thai conditions. Not this model btw.... Edited January 6, 2018 by beautifulthailand99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Air Smiles Posted January 6, 2018 Share Posted January 6, 2018 15 minutes ago, beautifulthailand99 said: Have spent too many trips in the past running at full pelt when going on one of my strolls as packs of wild dogs tried to take lumps out of me. You should read up on canine psychology its way more effective than any of these devices will be. Have you ever seen how wild dogs/wolves etc hunt? ...running is the worst thing you can do! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beautifulthailand99 Posted January 6, 2018 Author Share Posted January 6, 2018 (edited) 10 minutes ago, Air Smiles said: You should read up on canine psychology its way more effective than any of these devices will be. Have you ever seen how wild dogs/wolves etc hunt? ...running is the worst thing you can do! thanks for that. I like to wander off the beaten track and I've been thwarted in Thailand more times than I care for. Maybe the device will give me the courage to stand my ground. Don't make direct eye contact, and remember that sunglasses look like large unblinking eyes. Don't smile (it bares your teeth, which can be similarly threatening). Don't approach it, and don't make sudden moves or shout at them. Do keep an eye on it, and you can try calmly talking. Oh and carry a stick and dog treats... https://outdoors.stackexchange.com/questions/9674/should-i-run-if-i-see-wild-dogs Edited January 6, 2018 by beautifulthailand99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldcarguy Posted January 6, 2018 Share Posted January 6, 2018 do the old dog whistles do anything ? and I would assume a pack of dogs will also try and get behind you like they would out in the wild, so watch in front of you....and somehow behind you too ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezzra Posted January 6, 2018 Share Posted January 6, 2018 I wonder if it will work on human, there are some people I wish that they keep away from me... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lamkyong Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 the only repellent in your example was the FENCE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simoh1490 Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 The fence worked really well, the device didn't do anything yet the narrator says, "it's really amazing how this thing works", indeed it is, it doesn't! Just too funny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith5588 Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 I have also had a couple of bad experiences of aggressive dogs in Thailand and so sympathise with the OP. If I did go for a walk off the beaten track as the OP likes to I agree with him that you feel very vulnerable especially when wearing very little clothing in this hot Thailand weather. I have no experience of the ultrasound whistles but i tend to think that they would have very limited effect against an aggressive dog that is pumped up into attack mode. I've never heard of criminals using them against security or police dogs. I have concluded that if I do walk off the beaten track I would hate to be defenceless so for peace of mind I would carry:- 1. a retractable batten 2. a used "washing up liquid" container full of slightly diluted vinegar, one that will squirt quite a distance when squeezed. I have never used either but in the past when I had nothing I was walking along a path by the side of a road and a very aggressive dog appeared in front of me. I stopped walking, I think I acted calmly but inside I was scared. I crossed the road. The dam thing followed me across the road but was eventually stopped by the continuous traffic. I think the drivers could see my problem. At that time if I had the above I would not have been afraid. I would be interested if anyone has comments concerning the vinegar. I would only ever use it if a dog was obviously directly aggressive to me with a real danger of being bitten. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dotpoom Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 If the chap in the video finds that gadget "amazing".... Wonder how he would describe it if it actually worked well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
55Jay Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 I watched successive, suggested videos after the one above. Did seem to be a general correlation to pushing the button and the dog(s) body language and reaction. Ears and/or body twitch was noticeable with several of them. Some stopped moving and took notice, others seem to melt away, others not so much. But it is marketed like a cheap gadget, along the lines of the sales pitch and demonstration I observed in the middle east/Gulf years ago by those cheeky bomb detector guys. What was it called - GT2000, or something like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Destiny1990 Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 Peoper spray Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Guitar God Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 I built a powerful ultrasonic device to encourage our neighbor's dog not to sit next to our driveway and bark every time we drive in or out or a car drove by in the street and it worked. It looked like a radar gun and ran off 4 AA batteries. You could adjust just the frequency and sweep modulation. Just above my hearing range with 10-20 hz sweep worked best. The dog's ears went down and he went back in his own yard. They'll to avoid it but I don't think it would prevent a dog in attack mode. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lanng khao Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 Wear a belt with a big buckle, if necessary whip it off and swing it around, if that doesn't work and you have got to leg it, just remember you've got no belt on and the ramifications of you're pants falling down while getting chased.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fore Man Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 I’ve always carried a length of 1” diameter bamboo made into a hiking staff...so it’s light in weight and can inflict considerable pain. Certain dogs get surly with me but one menacing look and a couple of whoosh swings with that staff and they always back down. The one sure thing that frightens them is when I turn and pursue them. They always turn tail. The only thing a dog understands is strength and audacity. But having said that, I’ve also befriended dogs by handing out treats and gradually conditioning them to accept me as being no threat. The one cardinal rule here is...do not ever get bitten by a Thai dog as very few have had rabies shots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunMhee Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 Just remember that that mangy and sickly soi dog can turn out to be a prized family pet if it's hurt. Then the hand comes out for xxx compensation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fore Man Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 (edited) 11 minutes ago, KhunMhee said: Just remember that that mangy and sickly soi dog can turn out to be a prized family pet if it's hurt. Then the hand comes out for xxx compensation. Precisely...that’s why I learn to recognize which ones are pets; yes, allowed to run free on the streets which irks me, but we have to keep the peace with our neighbors. In these instances a dog treat or two works better than the stick. You have to carefully pick your battles... Edited January 7, 2018 by Fore Man Typo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buzzboy05 Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 Best thing is 1 meter piece of stainless steel twisted wire with not on the end for grip, it will role up and fit in pocket easy to carry and extract when needed. they carn't see it so don't now whats happening, wont injure dog but the sting shocks them, next time when they see you cumming they disappear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hugh2121 Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 11 hours ago, beautifulthailand99 said: thanks for that. I like to wander off the beaten track and I've been thwarted in Thailand more times than I care for. Maybe the device will give me the courage to stand my ground. Don't make direct eye contact, and remember that sunglasses look like large unblinking eyes. Don't smile (it bares your teeth, which can be similarly threatening). Don't approach it, and don't make sudden moves or shout at them. Do keep an eye on it, and you can try calmly talking. Oh and carry a stick and dog treats... https://outdoors.stackexchange.com/questions/9674/should-i-run-if-i-see-wild-dogs So it is you who is encroaching on their territory and you are surprised that they protect their own area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MyFriend You Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 33 minutes ago, hugh2121 said: So it is you who is encroaching on their territory and you are surprised that they protect their own area. ...............their territory??.............thats ridiculous.......... if they come near me snarling, they get the stick, or a squirt of ammonia with hot pepper............somtimes a Dazer II does not work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon43 Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 (edited) The one sure thing that frightens them is when I turn and pursue them This.. If you have the 'balls' to do this, I find it works every time. I used to do this when cycling or jogging in Phuket. If a dog even 'thought' of giving me an aggressive look, I'd give them a 'Hey you! YES YOU!! Are you looking at me Jimmy??' and go after them at full pace. I once chased a petrified dog right into some Thai's house..... Suffice to say, all the local dogs AND all the local Thais decided that I was completely mad, and steered well clear of me. I was able to cycle and jog in peace, (with the exception of my mad ex-wife who didn't understand Billy Connelly slang and empathised with my mad outbursts). And why is it that all the street dogs in Myanmar are scared of people? They run away when they see me. Did some Thai warn them? Edited January 7, 2018 by simon43 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToddinChonburi Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 I carry a metal pole and become the bigger alpha dog. The rest of the pack hides hind the leader to see if he gets his ass kicked. They do not like that swinging kane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joskeshake Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 i have the same, not working at all, tried many devices already, all rip of,now i bought a base ball bat and hit it on the concreet when they want to comes in front of my house,then they are fast in running away. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeptic7 Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 11 hours ago, ezzra said: I wonder if it will work on human, there are some people I wish that they keep away from me... Nope...not only are human ears vastly inferior, but most of them don't listen anyway! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marquis22 Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 A hand full of doggy bits for dogs in your own neighbourhood as the owners think you are a lovely dog loving person. But a spray can with detergent and water does the trick when out riding my bike. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beautifulthailand99 Posted January 7, 2018 Author Share Posted January 7, 2018 2 hours ago, hugh2121 said: So it is you who is encroaching on their territory and you are surprised that they protect their own area. yes you're right - but I come in peace - maybe the treats are the best defence and not being scared. Easier said than done - most scary experience to date was when walking by the side of the road (a scary thing in it's own right) on the road out of Hua Hin towards 'Venice' shopping mall and I spotted an abandoned soapy massage parlour entertainment complex by the side of the road. Thought it might be interesting to have a look around - after 60 seconds a whole pack was running at pace towards me - just about managed to get over the fence to safety. Maybe the rule in Thailand is stay out of things that don't concern you , don't be curious and stick to the straight and narrow if you want to be safe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beautifulthailand99 Posted January 7, 2018 Author Share Posted January 7, 2018 1 hour ago, simon43 said: This.. If you have the 'balls' to do this, I find it works every time. I used to do this when cycling or jogging in Phuket. If a dog even 'thought' of giving me an aggressive look, I'd give them a 'Hey you! YES YOU!! Are you looking at me Jimmy??' and go after them at full pace. I once chased a petrified dog right into some Thai's house..... Suffice to say, all the local dogs AND all the local Thais decided that I was completely mad, and steered well clear of me. I was able to cycle and jog in peace, (with the exception of my mad ex-wife who didn't understand Billy Connelly slang and empathised with my mad outbursts). And why is it that all the street dogs in Myanmar are scared of people? They run away when they see me. Did some Thai warn them? we're all scared of jocks on the rampage ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anon537687643 Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 A couple got the end of a nailed stick like this in Ayutthaya when I lived there! Scared a few others who thought about challenging me !Sent from my iPhone using Thailand Forum - Thaivisa mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geriatrickid Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 Such brave men....... so very brave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geriatrickid Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 4 minutes ago, markaoffy said: A couple got the end of a nailed stick like this in Ayutthaya when I lived there! Scared a few others who thought about challenging me ! Seek mental health care asap. Unnecessary sadistic cruelty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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