Drive a rat into a corner, and he’ll jump at you.
More German Proverbs:
Who rides slow, must saddle betimes.German
A truth that comes too early or too late is just like a lie.
German
More belongs to riding than a pair of boots.
German
He who has the Pope for his cousin may soon be a Cardinal.
German
Fools grow without watering.
German
He who lies on the ground must expect to be trodden on.
German