Jogger attacked by pack of wild dogs!

by Jonathon Morgan (Subscribe to Jonathon Morgan's posts)
Dec 6th 2006 1:57PM

Categories: Fitness

Seriously. James McGrath of Nashville, TN, was jogging through a neighborhood park when a pack of 15 stray dogs came out of nowhere and attacked him. Fortunately, some people in a nearby building heard his screams for help, and gave McGrath safe haven from the four-legged assailants.

The dogs then went after another jogger and a police officer. Eventually an animal control officer arrived, but was only able to find 2 of the rogue canines.

I've only recently started jogging, and, as of yet, haven't had any run-ins with ornery animals. But what about you? Is this common? Have you found yourself cranking it up a notch to escape a dog gone bad?

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Tobias 12-06-2006 @ 2:09PM

thanks for this information

Stephanie 12-07-2006 @ 2:03PM

I don't run or jog, but I must say, this man or anyone else would have to be attacked if people just took the proper responsibility and got their pets spayed/neutered. I do feel bad for the man and anyone else these dogs attacked but I feel just as bad that these dogs have to live that way and have no one to give them love and hugs. Okay, so I'm an animal lover! : )

Sarah 12-07-2006 @ 2:21PM

As a cyclist dogs are always spooky, stray or not. Most ownder do not folloow leash laws and I have been chased several times on my bike. I haven't gotten bittn yet luckily, but I have friends who've had. It all comes down to irresponsible people. :(

Anna 12-07-2006 @ 2:36PM

I bought some Halt Dog Repellent. I haven't had to use it, but there are some scary dogs (behind their fences) where I run. Dogs are animals and I wouldn't put it past them to hop a fence and run after me. I like knowing I have something that will help me get away from them if that were to happen.