Dog dies trying to protect northern California couple from bear attack
A California couple was severely injured in a black bear attack while their French bulldog tragically died after defending them. The couple, who live in rural northern California, are now recovering from multiple trauma-related injuries.
Why it matters
Highlights human-wildlife conflicts in rural habitats and underscores the protective loyalty of pets during dangerous wildlife encounters.
A cinnamon colored black bear in Kings Canyon National Park in California in 2010./iStockphoto A cinnamon colored black bear in Kings Canyon National Park in California in 2010./iStockphoto California Dog dies trying to protect northern California couple from bear attack Couple was seriously injured after attack on 19 September and are mourning the death of their French bulldog
Prefer the Guardian on Google A bear attack last weekend has left a California couple seriously injured and mourning the death of their French bulldog, who tried to protect them from the animal.
In the early hours of 19 September, Jeff Wilson, who lives in rural northern California, let his dog Cassie go outside, the San Francisco Chronicle reported .
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