To prevent having issues with a mountain lion in the first place, it's wise to hike in a group. If you'd rather hike solo consider having something on your backpack that makes noise, such as a bell. If you plan on hiking with your pooch in an area that has mountain lions, you might want to keep her at home. It turns out our furry friends can invite cougar attacks.
Preventing Problems with Mountain Lions
Hike with a friend. Attacks are less likely in a group.
Don't let small children wander off the trail unattended. Keep kids in the middle or front of your group to prevent a cougar ambush from the rear.
Dogs can attract or invite cougar attacks. Leave them at home.
If you do come across a mountain lion, there are some more pertinent tips you should follow and NEVER do should you come across this predator in your path. Find out what they are after the break.
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Sick of life any way
Wait… how the hell am I supposed to get a selfie with these things if I follow these rules?!
It’s even more simple that that. All animals will telegraph before an attack. When receiving a cablegram from anything armed with tremendous strength, razor sharp claws and powerful jaws full of jagged teeth, it is time to practice the Three S’s. Shoot, Shovel, and Shut up.
Dan Heino You mean you go ANYWHERE without a handgun?!? I don’t.
Man up and go all Bigfoot on that$#%&!@*
i dont even think my house cat is harmless…..that$#%&!@*literally claws me in my sleep and it’s became a bit of a problem.
You must be like Bruce Willis level die hard if a mountain lion seems harmless. Im going hiking with you.
I’m going to tame it. Good big kitty.
“Mountain lions may seem harmless” said no one ever.
Bob Hostetter. Be careful
Mountain lions will stalk you and wait until you are vulnerable. They are no where near “harmless” .
Linda Lou….I have no doubts there are big cats around here ….places like this is where ya watch for them
Certain animals come with certain precautions. If you can’t figure it out then it’s time to thin the herd
They are beautiful but I would not one in my neighborhood!!
Not harmless…when I lived in Colorado, many young kids were killed hiking with their parents…they all ran ahead…so sad..
Why the hell would you put a break in an article? This isn’t tv. Seeing those words on that page annoyed me so much I’m unfollowing.
I didn’t read it, but I’m thinking pull it’s tail.