Posted By Karen Rogers Please can anyone provide me with information on who in the UK supply's such a thing as Dog distractant spray that individuals can carry on them. I have a problem with collection agents in the field being bothered by both individual and packs of stray dogs. Any advice would be a great help Thanks Karen

Posted By Jim Sweetman Karen, Bill has a very good point, if you start spraying animals with potentially 'noxious'substances there can be considerable repercussion. In my days with an LA, I carried a 'Dog Dazer' with me. Similar to your people, I roamed around numerous city areas where canine interventions were definitely expected. This piece of kit was hand-held and emitted a brief high pitched signal which dogs (maybe other animals?)did not like. The intention was to give a quick burst of sound to pacify it and enable you a brief window to exit the area. There was no lasting effect on the dog. Unfortunately, I cannot remember details of this piece of kit, apart from it being recommended by the Dog Warden (can't remember which one). Hopefully,someone else will respond to this thread with relevant info. Good luck Jim Sweetman

Posted By Martin Gray Karen The spray used by the police is called 'Bite Back' and is a peppermint spray. It is a directed spray used against dangerous dogs but is not always effective. It carries a warning that it is not to be used against humans. There would need to be a COSHH Assessment and risk assessment completed before you consider issuing this to members of staff. There are strict controls on this spray as in this force it is only carried and used by dog handlers as it could have an adverse effect on the dog and make the situation even worse. The post office have used this in the past but I am not sure if they still do. There is no dog distractant spray to my knowledge only this spray.

Posted By Ken Taylor I also use a 'Dazer' (which also works on cats). I believe they are imported from the US and are still available from catalogue outlets like 'The Cargo Store' although I obtained mine from an enterprising Environmental Health Department some years ago. If Merv doesn't finish his suggested website address, I shall let you have contact details when I get home on Friday.

Posted By Merv Newman Karen, I didn't complete the adress as a quick search would have found it in a few moments. However - Dazer ltd. 204 Broadway, PETERBOROUGH, PE1 4DT, ENGLAND Tel: +44 (0)1733 315888 Fax: +44 (0)1733 555848 Email: enquires@dazer.com Regards Merv Newman

Posted By Martin Gray Karen, Please ring me on 01242 276411 or send me your e mail address as I have the details you require. Martin

Posted By Hilary Charlton Oh I don't know Geoff, I have a couple of cats and there are times when it would be very handy - they have this habit of interweaving your legs especially when carrying large items that you can't see them past - immediate and moving trip hazard! Hilary

Posted By Ken Taylor Feral cats can be a bit nasty at times Geoff and the neighbours moggy is at risk of becoming a recipient of my displeasure. [For any cat-lovers present, I made the comment to ensure that Dazer users do not test the item close to their furry friends.]

Posted By Dave Wilson Know this may not be of help, but as an Ex EHO we were told always carry and umbrella (Not a folding one). Comes in very 'andy particularily a brightly coloured one with a steel tip! Bit daft during the summer!