Direct Stop Citronella Animal Deterrent Spray provides no negative physical reactions to the animal sprayed. This method of distracting the animal avoids the potential of bringing out more aggression, as may be the case when some animals are sprayed with pepper spray. Direct Stop Citronella Animal Deterrent Spray also causes NO negative effects to humans in the immediate area due to blowback, as can be the case with pepper spray.

The Canine Aggression Research Center has shown that Direct Stop Citronella Animal Deterrent Spray is as effective as 10% pepper spray solution in deterring low to medium aggression in dogs. High level agression can only be stopped by restraint or lethal force. CAUTION: As with pepper spray, Direct Stop Citronella Animal Deterrent Spray may not stop trained attack animals or those with a strong motivation to attack.

Direct Stop Citronella Animal Deterrent Spray is an aerosol can, containing a citronella solution, with a special spray nozzle designed to spray up to a distance of 10 feet. The strong force of the Direct Stop Citronella Animal Deterrent Spray combined with the citronella odor distracts the animal from the object of its aggression providing valuable additional seconds to help enable the user to retreat to a safe place.

There are about 10-12 one second sprays in each 5 oz. (142 gm) can of Spray Shield (formerly DirectStop) Citronella Animal Deterrent Spray.

Direct Stop Citronella Animal Deterrent Spray is designed to be used by kennel employees, animal control officers, utility workers, meter readers, delivery personnel, joggers, bicyclists, outdoor enthusiasts, sportsmen or anyone who routinely comes in contact with aggressive animals.

Direct Stop Citronella Animal Deterrent Spray works on dogs, cats, squirrels, rodents, raccoons, reptiles, etc.

The Direct Stop spray solution has been found to be extremely safe. The propellant is R134A (used in asthma inhalers), when used as an aerosol, poses no danger to animals or humans. The citronella essence is a natural essential oil that has been used in many human, animal and environmental applications for thousands of years.

Pepper Sprays are mostly made of OC (Oleoresin Capsicum), an inflammatory agent made from hot cayenne and other peppers. Upon contact, it causes disorientation, restricted breathing, an intense burning sensation and temporary blindness. ________________________________________

This has been found to occur in only a few cases. Since the use of Direct Stop Citronella Animal Deterrent Spray is not continuous this should not be a problem.

Most pepper sprays have an expiration date stamped on the can. It is a relatively important factor of the effectiveness of the product. We recommend replacing your pepper spray after the expiration date.

Pepper spray is primarliy made up of Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) and propellant. Oleoresin Capsicum is the product CRCs are the active ingredient in the OC. It is a potent compound that gives all hot peppers their fiery nature,

The defense sprays protectmefirst.com carries are humane and effective. These self defense sprays contain OC Pepper, Tear Gas, Ultraviolet Dye, or any combination of the three. They are an effective means of non-lethal self defense for people concerned with safety and security. Used by police departments, security agencies, and individuals concerned with security and self defense. Recommended by the American Security Institute.

Pepper spray is rated in two ways: OC% and SHU rating. The % you see listed on the package (10%, 15%, etc.) explains how much OC is in the container relative to the other ingredients (dyes, propellant, etc.). To compare the hotness of different pepper sprays, SHU rating is an important factor. Scoville Heat Units (SHU) is a measurement of the amount of capsaicin in OC.

Pepper spray is rated in two ways: OC% and SHU rating. The % you see listed on the package (10%, 15%, etc.) explains how much OC is in the container relative to the other ingredients (dyes, propellant, etc.). To compare the hotness of different pepper sprays, SHU rating is an important factor. Scoville Heat Units (SHU) is a measurement of the amount of capsaicin in OC.