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On the morning of June 23, a Calgary woman was walking her dog in the Parkland neighbourhood near Fish Creek Park when a bobcat suddenly attacked her. This shocking incident sent the woman to hospital, though she only suffered cuts and scratches.
Around 10 a.m., the woman opened her door and stepped out when the bobcat ran toward her and leaped at her and her dog.
A neighbour described hearing her screaming as the bobcat attacked. She fell down under the animal during the sudden encounter.
Thankfully, no one was seriously hurt. EMS treated her injuries on-site, and Fish & Wildlife officers later placed traps and cages, but the bobcat, believed to be a mother with kittens, was not caught.
Residents say the female bobcat and her litter of kittens had been seen under a deck in the area for weeks.
Parkland, bordering natural spaces like Fish Creek Park, is known for frequent bobcat sightings.
Wildlife officers noted that bobcats typically only attack humans if they feel threatened, especially if protecting their young.
Neighbours expressed that the incident felt “very, very scary” and have taken extra precautions—keeping pets on leashes, avoiding alleys, and installing lights and noise devices to deter wildlife.
Calgary’s Fish and Wildlife is still deciding whether to relocate or euthanize the bobcat, balancing public safety with wildlife protection.
As Calgary expands into nearby wild habitats, human–wildlife encounters like this are becoming more common.
The incident reminds everyone—especially in areas close to parks—to stay alert, keep small pets leashed, and avoid unknown wildlife.
Keep dogs on leash in alleys and green spaces.
Supervise pets and children near natural areas.
Make noise or shine lights to scare away wildlife.
Report bobcat sightings to Alberta Fish & Wildlife.
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