Shocking Survival: Family Dog Defeats Wild Mountain Lion Attack - Urgent Alert Issued to Neighbors!
By JamieFlower
Incredible Footage: Family Dog Escapes Wild Mountain Lion Attack - Urgent Warning Shared!
In La Verne, California, Steve and Nicole were settling in to watch TV when they were startled by strange sounds coming from their backyard. Initially brushing it off as TV noise, they soon realized it was their dog, Holly Jolly, in distress. Rushing outside, they were shocked to find their beloved pet locked in a fierce battle with a wild mountain lion.
The intense encounter was captured on their Ring security camera (viewer discretion advised), showcasing the brave struggle of their three-year-old giant black schnauzer trying to break free from the jaws of the cougar. Now, the family issues a solemn warning to fellow dog owners.
When the owners checked the scene, it startled the wild animal, giving Holly Jolly just enough time to break free.
“As soon as I heard how fierce the battle was, I was like there’s no way,” Steve told KTLA. “I was imagining like a skunk or something back here that she was just messing with, so then I went in and grabbed a gun.”
But by then the mountain lion had retreated, though it reportedly returned 20 minutes later. Thankfully, Holly survived the incident: veterinarians treated her for puncture wounds and she required some stitches, but otherwise she is recovering in good health.
“She’s enjoying all the extra love, all the extra treats, all the extra attention,” Nicole told KTLA. “She’s loving it right now.”
The La Verne area, outside of Los Angeles, is home to wildlife including bears, coyotes and mountain lions. The incident was a reminder that our household pets can sometimes be a target for wild predators — and Steve and Nicole are urging their neighbors to be prepared.
“We wanted to let all of our neighbors know that this thing is out and bold enough to jump in yards and attack a dog almost the same size,” Steve said. Experts say that if you do encounter a mountain lion, you can raise your arms over your head and make noise to intimidate it.
Avoid running, staring at the cougar in the eyes and getting in between a mother and her cubs. And you can keep an eye on your pets: Steve told KTLA that he plans to accompany Holly Jolly in the backyard at night for now on. We’re so glad Holly is safe after this terrifying run-in with a wild mountain lion — it’s important to keep your pets safe when there are wild animals on the prowl nearby. Please share this story!
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