- October 4, 2026
WATCH: Chinese Man’s ‘Dog-Beating Stick’ To Keep Strays Away From His Bike Goes Viral; Internet Reacts
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A viral video showing a Chinese rider using a stick to deter stray dogs has sparked debate online, with users divided over animal cruelty, safety and humane alternatives
A video of a Chinese rider using a long stick to fend off dogs has sparked a heated online debate (Image-X/@RT_com)
A video showing a Chinese rider using a long stick attached to his bike to fend off stray dogs has gone viral online, sparking a heated debate over the unusual device is a clever safety hack or unnecessary animal cruelty.
The clip was shared on X by user @RT_com, who described it as a “DOG-BEATING STICK” created by a Chinese man to smack stray dogs in the face and body when they chase his bike. In the footage, a long rod appears to be attached to the rear of the bike, allowing the rider to strike dogs that approach him from behind.
The unusual contraption quickly drew attention online, particularly among users familiar with the problem of stray dogs chasing two-wheelers. While some argued that riders need ways to protect themselves when confronted by aggressive animals, others criticised the use of a stick that can physically hit the dogs.
Several users suggested that the basic idea could be modified to prevent injuries to animals. “If your goal is to distract or deter dogs without hurting them, a small pressurised-water sprayer can be a reasonable option. A short spray directed near the dog or toward the ground may interrupt its attention and give you time to move away,” one user said.
Another user, however, focused on the broader perception of China, writing, “This is why China is still considered 3rd world. The simplest mistake can destroy your whole reputation.”
The video also prompted a strongly worded response from another commenter, who criticised the rider for hitting the dogs. “Completely unconscious person. Bikes/mopeds outrun dogs. Unnecessary animal cruelty captured with the video. We have jail cells in the US for dirtbags like that. He laughs? Come to the US, funny man, and try the same. Grandmas will fuq you up here, & you’ll quit breathing,” the user wrote.
Some Indian users related the video to their own experiences with stray dogs. “Indian dogs are to smart for this, they will grab the stick and make you fall from the bike,” one user commented, suggesting that the device could potentially make the situation even more dangerous.
Another commenter appeared more sympathetic to the rider’s predicament, saying, “Anyone who’s been chased by dogs on a bike at 2am understands the demand. Make it harmless and I’m buying,” while another offered a possible explanation for why dogs chase motorcycles. “Dogs are territorial they think your tire is another dog running through their territory. All you have to do is clean your tires, gets rid of the piss from other dogs,” the user wrote.
Disclaimer: This article is based on user-generated content. The claims made in the original post have not been independently verified by News18.
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