Guard Alaska 9 oz. Bear Spray and Pepper Defense Belt Clip Holster - Maximum Strength Pepper Spray for Hiking, Camping, Outdoors, Self Defense

This is my second purchase for this product. I used up my other can and I never seen bear one. What did I use it on? I hike a lot. Mostly going from my car to my campsite or scouting new terrain. I have come across snakes, foxes, badgers, coyote, feral dogs and occasional a cougar.The animal that I mainly used this spray on was Rattlesnakes, Cottenmouth moccasins and Water Moccasin. Every time I walked up on one I sprayed them with a blast of the Bear Repellent and IMMEDIATELY the snakes retreat. I also used this Bear Repellent on a rather large badger and after spraying him twice he turned and left me alone.The company says that this Bear Repellent doesn't hurt the animal and after 30 minutes it wears off. I don't know about that claim because I never stuck around for 30 minutes to find out.Like I said before this will work on all animals. I myself, prefer not to kill said animal because I'm in his backyard and I have to abide by their rules. But lethal action is my last resort.The Bear Repellent came early through the mail. It was packaged in a box with paper stuffed around the canister. There was no damage to the product and it came with a pretty well made holster. The clip on the holster is large so it will fit any regular belt as well as my military tactical belt.The canister itself comes with a zip tie to keep it from accidentally discharging in the mail. You will have to remove this before use. The trigger guard is solid and takes the worry of discharging before you actually use the Bear Repellent.In my experience using this product it blasts a cloud to about 10ft. The further away the animal is the better but being realistic the cloud doesn't cover 40 ft distance.You want to be very careful about what you spray. I have no problem with using this Bear Repellent on a human being that is threatening me or trying to rob me.You must also be aware that if you use this product and spraying upwind you might get a little " blowback " on your arm and hand which you must wash off immediately ( you might feel the burning properties of this Bear Repellent).This is NOT a toy. Don't ever let a child play with this. It doesn't matter if the effects of this Bear Repellent only lasts for 30 minutes and no long-term effects, that 30 minutes will be very uncomfortable and burn not to mention if they inhale it.I don't recommend keeping this in a hot car or exposed to direct sunlight, it is under pressure and could explode.If you're looking for a way to protect yourself from animal attacks or on snakes like I do,this Bear Repellent will work. It is fast acting and not harmful to the animal.I would highly recommend this Bear Repellent and when I finish this can will buy again and again

This thing is the big guns. Like you see at the big protests that the cops use. Shoots a fog up to 20 feet. For 9 + seconds. Short bursting shots are recommended though. Has a case with a clip on it. Comes with a key chain unit too.

We bought the bear spray for hiking trips, we love going to the National Parks. We wanted to be safe, we are not looking to do selfies with critters. NO WAY! Just want to be prepared, this bear spray looks easy to use.

With the advent of large street bred fighting dogs my husband and I bought cans of this too carry to protect our small dogs. It sprays a wide thick spray. Don't blow it into the wind. It deters the street kids who play macho with their dogs. That is better than having a deadly weapon for me. I did hit a large dog over the temples with the can as it would not let go of another dog. A little dripped out and the dog let go immediately and rolled on the ground. That's what counts if you have to use it. It can't get to us or our dog. We have emptied old cans and this does throw a large wide path. Another brand did not last for the years stated on the can.It is not a toy but in certain circumstances it can take care of you. Our second order of this brand. It is still good after 4 years.

I checked existing bear spray and it was 20years expired. Geeeez

We'll carry it on the side by side and tractor to back up the bear bells. It could also make a great home defense just getting at the person breaking in without having to use a firearm

Watch the YouTube videos as they give clear instructions on how the bear spray should be used. I can't comment on how well it works and hope that I never can. The holster is sturdy. We feel better having this along on hikes.

Bought for a camping trip that was postponed. Includes important information for use.