![]() ![]() ![]() The victim was with her parents in a group of six adults and four children when a huge mountain lion came out of the bushes and attacked the girl. The department also asked people, who end up in close proximity to a lion, to not run away or turn their back on the animal, but slowly back away while maintaining eye contact with it.Įarlier this year, a six-year-old girl was viciously attacked by a mountain lion while walking in a California park. “Mountain lions are typically shy animals and avoid people, but they have been known to be attracted by small animals or pets that they perceive as potential prey,” the Department of Fish and Game stated. Homeowners must ensure the yard is clear of wildlife before letting pets outside, and, if possible, they must accompany the animals. The department also urged families not to feed their pets outside the house or leave food as it could attract other wildlife that lions prey upon. While warning people about keeping their pets safe, the department said the animals must be kept on leash and families should watch their behavior as they may sense the lions before they get close. ![]()
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