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Dogs, Bears, and the Law in National Parks | Calgary News
A viral video of a hiker and his off-leash dog triggering a tense bear encounter in a national park has sparked outrage—and legal consequences. Parks Canada charged the hikers for violating leash rules, which mandate dogs be kept on a 3-meter leash. With nearly 85% of bear-dog incidents involving unleashed pets, experts warn these encounters often escalate into dangerous situations, risking injury or death for both humans and animals. The bear, a well-known matriarch nicknamed Queen, is at risk of being euthanized or relocated if aggression continues—potentially erasing generations of…
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