Dog dies trying to protect northern California couple from bear attack
Couple was seriously injured after attack on 19 September and are mourning the death of their French bulldog
TL;DR
- A couple in northern California suffered serious injuries and their French bulldog died after a bear attack.
- The attack occurred early on September 19th when the husband let their dog, Cassie, outside.
- A cinnamon bear attacked the husband, breaking two ribs, before his wife intervened.
- The wife sustained injuries to her head and face, and the dog died two days later from its wounds.
- The couple, who operate a hospitality business, have experience living alongside wildlife and take precautions.
- The attack is part of a surge in bear-human conflicts in the American west, potentially linked to climate change affecting food sources.