Hi Malpaso,

it would be a shame to have the dogs on a leash where we walk - it is open countryside. My dog was under control and I had his leash ready to put on him, but the other dog forced the issue and I certainly wouldn't have wanted my dog tied up in his leash if he needed to defend himself.

My question is more aimed at thinking of ways to deal with an approaching aggressive dog - techinques, tools etc. Bearing in mind we are not allowed to carry guns here!