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Civilian Emergency Platform
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — You are surrounded or chased by a group of stray or feral dogs.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — NOT EXPERT REVIEWED — NOT FOR PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Multiple dogs approaching from different directions.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Dogs barking, snarling, and closing distance together.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — One dog rushes while others flank — classic pack tactic.
Scene hazards: Pack coordination, Rabies, Children targeted, Night visibility
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Stop running immediately if you are running.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Put something between you and the dogs — bicycle, bag, umbrella.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Shout firmly "No!" or "Go back!" while backing to a solid barrier.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Climb onto a car, wall, or stairwell if available — dogs rarely pursue to high ground.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — If knocked down, curl into a ball protecting head and neck — stay still until dogs leave.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Once safe, note the location and number of dogs for reporting.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Seek medical care for any bite — rabies prophylaxis may be needed.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call 112 if actively being attacked and cannot reach shelter.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Report pack location to municipal animal control for trapping and vaccination programs.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Multiple bites from a pack increase rabies and infection risk — each wound needs evaluation.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Tetanus and antibiotics may be required even for minor bites.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT throw food to distract — this trains packs to surround people.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT scream and wave arms wildly — can increase excitement.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT walk alone through known pack territory at night if avoidable.
MYTH: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Throwing stones at one dog will scare the whole pack away
REALITY: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Aggressive stone-throwing without hitting can provoke a coordinated attack. Creating distance and barrier is safer.
DANGER: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Pack charges and mauling after provocation.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Pack behavior makes stray dogs bolder than solitary dogs. They may circle, test boundaries, and attack together.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Running triggers chase response. Children and cyclists are common targets.