The risk goes up when recreating with dogs, which are at much bigger risk of being attacked by wildlife than humans. Bear spray is a highly effective deterrent when properly used against all ...

A Seminole County woman says she and her dog were saved by a bag of cookies when a bear attacked them last ... like an air horn or a spray," Savage said. "And just pay attention to your surroundings." ...

(WESH) - A Florida woman says she and her dog ... spray. And just pay attention to your surroundings,” she said. The National Park Service offers tips for staying safe if you encounter a bear ...