We had a serious problem in these parts with people letting their dogs go loose. Other than it being my right, my only other reason to CCW in this area is because of dogs-wild and pet.
You dont know how many times I've had to fend off one or more at a time while working(measuring pole lines in lawful Right-of-Ways). A few have been beaten with my measuring wheel, some with my steel toed boots and a couple with a 4lb mini-sledge that I use for pounding in stakes. .....and there is a "leash law", either on the state, county or borough/township level.
If I see a collar, I try my best NOT to make mush of its brains, but I wont let any animal jeopardize my, my family, or my pet's safety. I dont care if I'm in public RoW, state forest, or on private property. The animal, nor its owner has a lawful right to to attack another person in this state. ....even if they are illegally trespassing. Now if I was entering there house or place of abode unlawfully, thats another story.
