This is my 3rd can of this stuff. I've always been reluctant to use it at first, then one day a couple of dogs who routinely follow and harass myself and my dog on our walks got a little too close and I finally had it. I shot a quick spray in their direction and both made a prompt u-turn and ran for blocks. I like the fact it doesn't hurt the dog, they just don't like it. Where I live stray and loose dogs are just a part of life. I'm get'n too old to break up epic dog fights anymore lol so this is a nice alternative.
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Although the citronella spray works very well to deter and stop aggressive behavior in one of my dogs, the spray mechanism seems to have malfunctioned and would not dispel at least half of the product. It worked for about 5-6 good sprays and then nothing. I could feel there was more product in the cannister but despite shaking it vigorously, it would no longer spray. That's disappointing cause I will need more of it and with only that amount of use-able product, it is not a good buy.
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This is a citronella product which is safe for your animal, but they do not like it at all. It works great for deterrence of an aggressive dog or if you catch 2 dogs that look like they are about ready to get into a fight, you can spray them and they will stop. If they are already in a heated fight, it seems to have no effect whatsoever, so save your spray. There does not seem to be very many sprays in the can so if you are in a neighborhood where you might need protection, you might pick up an extra can to have on hand.
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I like to always have my spray with me as it is useful for distraction as well as discipline. Having used it to correct unwanted behavior, it is so effective that I only need show the bottle and my pup corrects. The security of having a defense mechanism in the event of unwanted enemy attack is important too. This spray provides both.
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I started using this when it was called Direct Stop and it works exactly like I want it too. I always walk my dog on leash and it works on "charging" dogs, unwanted advances from other dogs and if there is an altercation. It is not harmful to dogs although I recommend wiping your dogs eyes as soon as possible if he gets hit with it. It's just uncomfortable, not harmful. Highly recommend.
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