How It Works
The Bite Terminator® Dog Bite Protection System is a compact, durable safety tool and training program designed to protect people- especially utility workers- from aggressive dogs. Resembling an average umbrella, it deploys in under half a second to create a visual and physical barrier that startles dogs using multiple sensory triggers (sight, sound, motion, and air displacement). Let’s look at this from the dog’s perspective. When the Bite Terminator® Dog Barrier is deployed correctly within 6 to 8 feet away, the dog experiences the following:
01
Something jumps out at them
(telescoping feature)
02
They hear a weird noise
(sound of opening action)
03
Something Blows Out in Their Face
(opening of the barrier to full diameter)
04
They may feel a sudden swoosh of air
(air generated from high-speed opening)
05
Their vision of you is totally blocked
(black material blocking their vision)
06
Senses instantly activated
(sight, hearing, touch and smell)
This creates a startle reflex that typically causes dogs to retreat or stop, giving users time to escape. In rare cases where a dog attacks, the device acts as a barrier and absorbs the bite. This buys you precious time to escape.
The system is widely used throughout the US and Canada, is considered highly effective when used properly, and includes a limited lifetime warranty. While not foolproof or suitable for all animals or situations, it significantly reduces and often eliminates the risk of dog bites when combined with proper training and common sense. The Bite Terminator Dog Barrier® has maintained a zero-dog bite record when used correctly by trained personnel in the field for 30 years!