Originally Posted by Gigmaster
I know there will always be different opinions on exactly what to do in these situations, but isn't it true that you should never, EVER make eye contact with a bear? I would think the same would go for other animals...they would perceive this as a threat.
I also think most situations probably develop much too quickly to make rocks, rope (????), or even a sheathed knife very effective.
Personally, if I was ever charged by a wild animal, I think I would first calmly soil my pants, then hopefully faint (would be easy to play dead if I was unconscious). If not, I'd have no choice but to charge and go for the jugular or another sensitive area depending on the gender of the critter.