I run a lot. I carry a Spyderco Native, as it is light. Monday, the one day I leave my knife, I turned a corner around a school building, and there was a blue heeler. For those who know heelers, half of them will bite humans. This dog appeared aggressive and I was preparing to kick it and try to break it's jaw. About then, it's owner called it. She said the infamous "He won't bite", but I tell you, if anyone says that, they are liar. Nobody knows for sure, and heelers are aggressive by nature. I saw it in his eyes, he was about to heel me. When she called it off, I told her "Good and btw, I carry a large knife" hoping it would make her think about letting her pet run around unleashed. Not smart on my part I know.
My question is this, is a Spyderco Native good enough for slitting a dogs throat? It's so light to carry and pierces well. I just question the blade length.
Take care out there dogs. I like dogs, but sometimes don't like their owners.