Animal Repellent Types
- Dog Pepper Spray — Lower OC concentration formulated for dogs. Compact belt-clip canister for joggers, walkers, mail carriers, and delivery drivers. 10–12 foot range.
- Bear Pepper Spray — Maximum strength EPA-registered OC formula with 25–30 foot range. Wide fog spray pattern creates a barrier between you and the bear. Essential for hiking in bear country.
- Ultrasonic Dog Repellers — Emit 25,000+ Hz frequency uncomfortable to dogs but inaudible to humans. Reusable, chemical-free, battery-powered. Effective on most but not all dogs.
- Air Horns — 129dB compressed air blast startles and deters bears and wildlife. No chemicals, no batteries. Backup deterrent to bear spray on trails.
Dog Spray vs. Ultrasonic Repeller
- Pepper Spray: More reliable, works on all dogs, physical deterrent, limited shots per canister
- Ultrasonic: Reusable, no chemicals, doesn't work on all dogs
- Best approach: Carry both — try ultrasonic first, use pepper spray if dog continues advancing
Bear Spray — How to Carry & Use
- Carry in a chest harness or hip holster — never in your backpack
- Must be accessible within 2–3 seconds
- Familiarize yourself with safety clip removal before hiking
- If bear approaches within 40 feet, deploy in 2–3 second bursts aimed slightly downward
- Back away slowly once bear stops or retreats
- Replace every 3–4 years or at expiration date
Best Uses by Activity
- Jogging & Walking — Dog pepper spray on belt clip
- Hiking & Camping — Bear spray in chest harness, air horn as backup
- Mail Carriers & Delivery Drivers — Dog spray for yard and property access
- Cyclists — Compact dog spray for dogs chasing bikes
Legal Considerations
- Dog and bear spray are legal in most areas — check local laws
- Neither is allowed in carry-on or checked airline luggage
- Bear spray is recommended or required in many national parks
- Do not use animal pepper spray formulations on humans
Why Buy from TBOTECH?
- EPA-registered bear spray options
- Fresh stock with valid expiration dates
- Free shipping on orders over $50
- 90-day satisfaction guarantee
Questions about which repellent is right for your outdoor activities? Contact us.