WildSafe BC is warning North Islanders to help keep kids safe, after a cougar was recently spotted in the Port Hardy area.
According to WildSafe, cougars may view children as prey targets due to their small size, high-pitched voices, and quick movements. Make sure your kids know what to do if they encounter a cougar.
Children should play in groups. Do not leave children unsupervised.
Consider getting a dog or using a dog as an early warning system. A dog can see, smell and hear a cougar sooner than a human. However, off-leash dogs can attract and bring cougars and bears back to you.
Make sure children are home before dusk and stay indoors until after dawn – that’s when cougars are most active.
Visit WildSafe BC’s website for more tips and safety advice.Â
