Redirected Dog Aggression

[Taz_Zoee]

I just want to clarify that our dog "Benny" a beagle, is now redirecting his aggression at not being able to get at a dog he is barking at and consequently will turn and bite my pant leg or the leash or whatever is next to him at the time. It is very disturbing to watch and I was wondering if anyone out there has ever known a dog like this or know what I could do about this problem?

Back to the main topic here. I am by no means an expert, but if he was not restrained from the strange dog would he attack it?
And what about some sort of muzzle or something so he cannot bite anyone or anything? I mean only to use while training him, not as a long term solution. I personally don't like muzzles, but I would think if used correctly it could be a good training device and it will keep everyone involved safe.

Hee hee, just realized Catty1 and I were responding at the same time. My response was directed at the original poster, but I guess it could go for both.