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Colorado Hound Survives Mountain Lion Attack
From 9News.com:
Laura Jirsa watched the mountain lion pounce on her dog, Lady, and drag her into the woods. Jirsa was certain her dog was dead. Later that night, Lady limped home.
The 1-year-old Blue Heeler was bloody and barely able to stand. . . .
"She's very lucky to be alive," [Dr. Jody] Engel said. "She actually has a fractured skull. It was amazing because you could see her breathing through her forehead."
OK First. The end of the article says people should have their pets on leashes in mt. lion country - I have to say, I think this woman wasn't attacked at all BECAUSE the animal WAS NOT on a leash, and 150 yards away, if I read correctly.
Next - wow, what a dog.
Some things in life have an unreal will to survive.
Posted by: Tommy S. | January 11, 2008 at 01:28 PM
I was thinking the same thing, like that's bad advice to have the dog on a leash in mt. lion country.
Posted by: John R | January 12, 2008 at 12:24 AM
I too walk my dogs in what is considered mt. lion country. And I know that an attack on my dogs could happen any time. That is why I carry pepper spray and use a walking stick with a pointed end. I carry these for the protection of my dogs and for myself.
As for Lady, her angel was watching over her on that day. Much luv for you girl:-)
Posted by: outdoorgirl | January 12, 2008 at 02:42 AM
Kudos to the vet for being able to put the pup back together. I don't worry too much about my dog (he's just over 170lbs) unless we're hiking in bear country. Then I carry a .44 and I make sure the big doofus doesn't wander too far off.
Posted by: Blue Ox | January 12, 2008 at 09:21 AM
I'm with John R on this one who's the Vet to say tht had she had the Dog on a leash that the Mt. Lion wouldnt have taken her out..? I can pretty much Guarntee tht if the Lion took her down the side of a hill She would have made it back Home..
Posted by: Sexy Man | January 12, 2008 at 12:08 PM
Also i Say Kudos to the dog for not only surviving but in my Opinion Saving the Life of her owner.. They Don't call them Man's best friend for no reason... Or in this Case Women's Best friend
Posted by: Sexy Man | January 12, 2008 at 12:11 PM
That was Supposed to Say that she Would NOT have made it that's just my thought process... then again im no Physic But i dont believe she would have made it...
Posted by: Sexy Man | January 12, 2008 at 12:17 PM
Wow! I'd don't wish it on anyone to lose a pet. The one positive thing about most Mountain Lion attacks are is if you survive the initial ambush they usually give up the fight afterwards and run. Of course most of the prey they ambush won't ever realize what even got them.
Posted by: William | January 14, 2008 at 01:51 AM
Hi, I know this discussion is old, but I just ran across it. My blue heeler, Lady, is the death defying dog herself. I just wanted to say thanks for your comments about the leash issue. I've heard through the grapvine here of a couple comments expressing disbelief that I didn't have her on a leash. I was thinking, "huh, what mountain do you live on?", -'cause everywhere I go up here, people let their dogs go wandering. Maybe she wouldn' have had the encounter, the lion obviously had already fed, and buried little Lady in debree for a future snack. So she might have just been in the wrong place at the wrong time - down on the rocks. It's hard to say. Anyway, thanks. It's nice to see that other people get it.
Posted by: Laura | February 05, 2008 at 09:12 PM
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Thank you,
Tay McEvers
NorthSouth Productions
Posted by: Tay | February 07, 2008 at 05:05 PM
Hello!
NorthSouth Productions is seeking an experienced WILDLIFE EXPERT to host a new documentary-style TV series about deadly animals for a national cable network. Want an outdoorsy adventurer, with education and field experience with dangerous animals. Male, 30-50. Charismatic, attractive, smart, communicative, who's not afraid to get his hands dirty...or be up close and personal with deadly animals in the wild. The host is the expert so must be able to communicate his expertise in an engaging way.
If you are up to the challenge or know anyone else who might be, please email your photo and bio to amy@northsouth.tv by Monday, February 11th, 2008 to be considered. No phone calls please. We will be in touch.
Thank you,
Tay McEvers
NorthSouth Productions
Posted by: Tay | February 07, 2008 at 05:06 PM
My dog was attacked in the same way, I fought with it and sadly she died. It's a terrifying experience.
Posted by: Brenda | July 23, 2008 at 02:01 AM