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markodochartaigh

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8. If bear spray is used in the house

Reply to FirstLight (Original post)

Sat Aug 9, 2025, 02:56 PM

Aug 9

the room that it was used in, as well as much of the house, will be unusable for hours due to the lingering effects of the spray. This is especially true for anyone with lung problems.
An air horn is also effective to scare bears away.

Good luck!!!

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The DAMN BEAR came back last night! Grrrrrr!!! [View all] FirstLight Aug 9 OP

If you're living in a forest you've moved into the bear's home, so you can expect Ocelot II Aug 9 #1

oh, I know, believe me... FirstLight Aug 9 #2

Holy Crap! Bayard Aug 9 #3

Better keep bear spray by the bed. And yeah, the new windows & electric mat may really help. hlthe2b Aug 9 #4

yeah, I am glad it wasn't worse... FirstLight Aug 9 #5

I don't know about your area, but here in SW Colorado there is severe drought. likesmountains 52 Aug 9 #6

Our urban population is off the charts, too much trash! FirstLight Aug 9 #7

I'd definitely pursue the idea of checking with the county for assistance with that. (n/t) OldBaldy1701E Aug 9 #12

If bear spray is used in the house markodochartaigh Aug 9 #8

I wouldnt use bear spray... ever... for those exact reasons (and the cats) FirstLight Aug 9 #9

Omg! I'm glad you & kitty are ok! SheltieLover Aug 9 #10

Whenever the fishing resorts in Northern Minnesota Emile Aug 9 #11

Yeah here it's a different story Cdfw kills them FirstLight Aug 9 #13

Glad you and kitty are okay. sinkingfeeling Aug 10 #14