Dogs on the trail

[Nanno]

I'm planning to keep my goats on lead and attached to humans at all times on the trail. I'm in Canada, so carrying guns, especially in provincial parks and on public trails, is not allowed, I was thinking bear spray might be a good option, but I'm also wondering if leading with a guard animal like a llama or donkey might help? Has anyone tried this?

I think pepper spray might be a great idea. It works on bears and it works on dogs too. Some folks have also had good luck with a Dog Dazer ultrasonic deterrent. Other folks do fine carrying a stout stick. Your goats should be bonded to you well enough that if they are off-leash and get chased by a dog they should run straight to you as their protector. Good luck!