While the risk of an attack from a rogue robot dog is currently low, rapid advancements in robotics mean that preparedness is becoming increasingly important. If you are chased by one, avoid panicking because flailing, screaming, or running may trigger pursuit programming if the device has motion detection or threat assessment algorithms.
Practical survival strategies include having specific tools and devices on hand to disable the machine. You should also research methods for disabling or surviving an attack by robots such as Boston Dynamics' Spot or those made by Unitree. As robotic dogs become more common in security, law enforcement, and military settings, practical strategies for personal defense against malfunctioning or malicious robot dogs are being developed.
