A Connecticut man sustained minor injuries after a bear slashed him in the chest when he got between the animal and his dog on his property early Monday morning, officials said. James Fowler, a ...

A man was clawed in the chest by a bear while out walking his dog Monday morning in North Canaan, according to state police.

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 ...

As summer outdoor activities ramp up, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources is urging adventurers to be BearWise and ...

A dog was also involved in that incident ... Retreat to a safe place; if possible spray the animal with bear spray or a water hose and make loud noises to try to break up the contact.