Those who want to keep dogs away – for example from their own property or garden, to avoid dog excrement, have various animal and environmentally friendly methods available. Man’s best friend should never be primarily fought with violence. Dog repellent measures can also be used as prevention against potential attacks.
Stray dogs are a common problem that occurs not only, but especially in rural areas or smaller towns. Destroyed plants or unsightly leavings are unwelcome in one’s own garden or front yard. The following commercial products and home remedies provide relief.
Methods against dogs in the garden
When using methods against dogs in your own garden, poison should never be used. Other deterrents that could harm the animal should not and must not be used. The legislature has also put a stop to this, particularly through the Animal Protection Act.
The Australian painted nettle is considered an unpopular plant for dogs and can be established in the garden, as it is avoided by them – the smell is perceived as unpleasant by the four-legged friend.
Ultrasonic dog repellent with sound
An ultrasonic device for dog repellent is also called an electronic dog deterrent. As a rule, such a device is solar-powered and emits high-frequency sounds that come at different pitches and are not audible to humans. Such frequencies are very unpleasant for most animals, which is why they avoid the range of such a device.
Such an ultrasonic device is triggered by an infrared motion detector. This also reacts in complete darkness and is automatically activated when a stray dog comes near.
Usually, a radius of about 10 m is covered. Included batteries power the device and are normally rechargeable via an outlet or work with solar energy – environmentally friendly and animal-friendly. Alternatively, there are also water jet repellent devices, which are mainly used for cat repellent.
Spray against dogs
A dog repellent spray is one of the classic means that is regularly used to deter animals.
The dog repellent spray usually serves as direct defense against animal attacks. Dog deterrent sprays, on the other hand, are normally designed for indoor use and are intended to keep the four-legged friend away from certain areas. Usually unpleasant odor substances are used. Depending on the manufacturer, limited use outdoors is also possible.
Animal repellent sprays are used as pepper spray and work immediately. Most of these come from organic production and contain cayenne pepper concentrate. A panic lock provides the necessary security. The liquid dog repellent is also known as anti-dog spray or Get Off spray and is available quite inexpensively in stores.
Electric shock devices for dog repellent
Electronic dog repellents also include electric shock devices, which are subject to labeling requirements. Such electric pulse devices are subject to German weapons law, which is why certain legal regulations must be observed. Today, only devices bearing a PTB test mark are permitted. Special permits are also required for trade.
Good training of the dog is indispensable anyway to prevent threatening situations for other people. There are also people who simply do not like the proximity of dogs and feel safer with an appropriate device.
An electric shock device is considered the least friendly dog repellent and, like pepper spray, should only be used in emergencies. Such repellent devices are not suitable for preventing dog excrement in the garden anyway. Here, dog owners in particular are encouraged to carry poop bags and ensure that their pets do not do their business in other people’s front yards or gardens.
Whistles as an effective method against dogs
Whistles are also known as dog repellent. There are also whistles that are used by humans against humans. Particularly popular with women as they can be conveniently stowed in a handbag and serve as defense.
Ultrasonic dog whistles primarily serve dog training. They allow better control over one’s own dog and serve as a good instrument to break the habit of barking. Just like ultrasonic devices, the whistles work with special frequencies and can calm the four-legged friend, for example, during walks, making joggers, pedestrians, and other dogs safer. The utensil can also be used as a deterrent.
Using a gun or poison?
Under no circumstances may a gun – not even an air rifle or airsoft gun – be used to repel dogs.
If your own pet shows symptoms such as nausea or vomiting and may have been the victim of a poisoned bait, an immediate visit to the veterinarian is advisable. Dog repellent methods must neither torture nor injure the animal.
Protecting yourself from dogs as a jogger
- As a jogger, you can best protect yourself from dog attacks with a dog whistle or dog repellent spray.
- Both items can be easily transported and are inexpensive to purchase.
- However, as a jogger, you should never make hasty movements toward a dog, putting it in an aggressive mood.
Home remedies as dog repellent measures
One should be cautious with home remedies against dogs. Some substances promoted on the internet as effective home remedies can potentially be toxic to dogs. Also, natural remedies sometimes simply do not work.
Pepper: Many dogs and cats are anything but attracted to pepper. It can therefore be scattered in areas that are taboo for the pet.
Vinegar: Vinegar is also often recommended as a home remedy. It can be used together with garlic in the garden to keep away and repel the dog. Filled in a spray bottle, a natural repellent spray is also produced. However, like most methods, it does not guarantee one hundred percent security.
Cinnamon: Some dogs also do not like cinnamon. The spice popular with humans is simply generously sprinkled on corresponding areas that should be avoided.