Re: [at-l] Re: Mace or Pepper Spray for attacking dogs

[KarenS62@aol.com]

I tried to keep my mouth shut  (or is that my fingers quiet) but once again I 
really feel compelled to make a comment about pepper spray. If you have any 
history of allergies, asthma or any other type of respiratory illness, please 
think twice about using this product. I have seen many asthma patients have 
very severe reactions (more than one that nearly died) to just a very small 
amount. If the wind is blowing back at you, you will get a significant 
dosage. DO NOT try this for the first time if you are alone or far from 
medical treatment. 
I will get off my soapbox now!

POG
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