Jose has a good point. Sometimes I think there is too much info on this forum. If a guy with an LTC is worried about defending himself or his dog from a pit bull attack, to the point of possibly putting hiimself in danger, that should be a wake up call for all of us. This thread is titled 'Reality Check' and as the thread wears on I think it's an extremely appropriate title on 2 fronts. First, it points out the trouble that can arise when we forget our CCW or choose not to take it along. Second it shows that maybe we all worry a little too much. If you cant shoot a Pit Bull while it's in the act of attacking you and/or your dog then why carry at all? Is your dog considered 'live stock'? Who cares? It was under attack. Will the dog's owner fabricate a story? Who cares? The Pit Bull was off leash.
ETA How does the incident in Manchester have anything to do with a dog attack?
What if it was a Golden Retriever attacking my bulldog? Can I still shoot the GR to protect myself and my dog?