Dogs on the trail

[Sanhestar]

Hello,

I agree with hihobaron that many dogs are afraid of the goats and will turn around as soon as the goats go into defence mode = turning their heads towards an attacker.

Nonetheless I find it crucial to train your goats to come to YOU as soon as they spot a dog and not run for next highest ground. You can do this at home with people you know and have dogs that are trained well. Teach this over and over.

Carry a stout walking stick and learn yourself how YOU have to behave (body language) to deter a dog. Work with a dog trainer if you don't know how.

Are your goats horned? I have found that most dog owners will respond when you call to them "to get their dog because your goats will gore it".

Best defence so far was to take with me one of our own herding dogs. They will rush ahead and block the strange dog from approaching.