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FirstLight

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13. Yeah here it's a different story Cdfw kills them

Reply to Emile (Reply #11)

Sat Aug 9, 2025, 09:00 PM

Aug 9

And they really only will trap them and euthanize them after a lot of damage and they'll come and do DNA testing and the whole bit to make sure that it's the same bear that's breaking into multiple houses. We have a saying here "a Fed bear is a dead bear"
Prevention is key. That's why I'm going to get my house fixed so it's like fort knox!

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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