My camping days are pretty much over but if I was still camping my choice would be my Governor. Anything will pretty much work but I've become a believer in the Governor which I used to condemn as the dumbest revolver S&W ever built. With the range of 410 loads available it will eliminate snakes/rodents/etc. (killed a skunk at about 40 feet with it) and would definitely discourage the dogs you mention. With a few stiff Colt 45 loads included you can stop just about anything in North America if you have to. A big plus is the light weight; at 30 ounces (unloaded) it can be carried all day comfortably. I've tried about everything else and there are many good choices but the Governor has been a real positive surprise.
Jeff
SWCA #1457
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