Originally Posted by
contender1
All animals can be unpredictable to us humans. Their thought process is different,, and when we encounter them,, it's their decision as to how to react.
Humans often think they are "the top of the food chain," and not always accepting the fact that there are critters out there that can kill you. And not just bears.
Dogs attack a lot of people annually.
Being prepared for the possibility of an encounter is desired,, but often overlooked. Or,, even ignored.
Sadly,, AFTER an attack of most any kind,, people THEN decide to get training or correct things.
My mother was attacked & robbed in her store many years ago. She had a gun,, but due to several things,, she wasn't truly prepared. After that violent encounter,, she changed her attitude & took some advice & training.
Experience is a heck of a motivator for an education.