I was walking Remi through our new rural neighborhood (in the country) and we almost got mauled by 5 dogs

I raved at the dogs, tried to get them to go away, they barked at Remi and I when I was walking him down the other side of the road (mind you). They gathered around us (this scared me the most) there were dogs everywhere! This lasted for about 15 minutes, I was hoping someone would come outside but they didnt.
I guess when they figured Remi wasnt interested in them they lost theirs as well.

He didnt seemed scarred afterwards, but it scared me really bad.
Crying like a little baby I was

I guess I'll just have to pack him up in my car and drive out to the City Park 15 minutes away.
It really scared my boyfriend. He was going to call the Sherif, whom is a friend of his, to see if there is any kind of leash law. But since we only live in the county, and not a city, I doubt there is anything he can get done about the crazed dogs in the neighborhood.

Im thinking about either getting some mase spray or a stun gun...who knows.
I shouldnt have to be afraid to walk my dog down the street without getting attacked.

Anyone have any suggestions?