Dave's World Class Nothing puts a damper on a good workout like losing a leg to a Pit Bull. In any case, there are a few things you should definitely NOT do when confronted by a Kamikaze canine charging at you like Dennis Rodman on crack. Unlike bears, who'll just swat you around a bit like you see them do in the old Bugs Bunny cartoons, the typical genetically-scrambled mutt will only become confused by such behaviors and mistake you for a giant, cowering salami. If it's just you against Fido, never ever try to outrun the dog. I'd put my money on a blind, three-legged Pekinese against Michael Johnson every time.
ANY dog can outrun ANY human any day of the week.
But it's probably more beneficial for most people to know what they should do if they're ever confronted by that deranged Doberman down the block. Be the Top Dog- When a Menacing Mongrel comes bolting at you with fur and fangs flying, run directly at the dog, yelling maniacally and waving your arms like Jack Nicholson escaping from a straight jacket. These belligerent beasts are used to being the aggressors. When they see that you are bigger, louder and more serious than they are, they'll usually back down. It's amazing how quickly this will communicate the message that you do not wish to become his rawhide chew toy at any time during that particular workout.