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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][url]http://www.cesarsway.com/training/thewalk/New-Study-on-Dog-Walking-Behaviors[/url] [url]http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/virtual-pet-behaviorist/dog-behavior/dogs-who-are-reactive-leash[/url] [url]http://dogcare.dailypuppy.com/leashed-dogs-aggressive-1423.html[/url] Here are articles that explain leashed dog aggression. My dog was attacked by an off leash dog and I was an idiot and tried to hold my dog back. All this did was upset my dog more and made him aggressive towards the off leash dog which in turn made the off leash dog aggressive towards my dog. If I had dropped the leash when the dog was coming towards us there probably would not have been a fight. [/quote]

Did you notice that in every article the author gives ideas about how to train YOUR dog - the dog that's on the leash?  Did any of these articles mention dropping your leash?  If so, I missed it.  What I take away from these articles is that owners need to train their dogs.  Here's what Cesar says (quoting from the article you cited):

[b]The Solution to Dog Aggression[/b]?
By creating a calm and assertive energy on the walk, your dog should be less inclined to be aggressive to other dogs you meet along the way. It’s important not to show any signs of anxiety or hostility that your dog might pick up on. Behave toward your fellow walkers and their dogs with friendly exchanges, whether verbal (a simple hello) or nonverbal (a smile or a nod), so your dog understands these intruders on your walk aren’t threats.

And[i] even if the other dog is behaving threateningly or erratically[/i], you can calmly and firmly control your dog, so the dog knows you’re in charge—the pack leader— and everything is under control and there is no need for either of you to get involved with the crazy dog and it’s okay to just ignore him and pass by and enjoy the rest of your walk. 
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