Glendora's Blog

For all of those who have heard (or haven’t heard), their was a mountain lion that roamed around in our foothills in more the past several weeks, even months.

This mountain lion is known for attacking dogs in local areas. Two 70-pound dogs were attacked in Glendora on a street off of North Barranca. Unfortunately, the mountain lion killed one of the friendly pets and injured the second one. The second dog is said to have recovered from its injuries. There was also a dog that was killed by a mountain lion in Arcadia.

Officials claim that they killed the mountain lion responsible for all of these attacks on family pets. While some police were at a house in Arcadia, the mountain lion charged them after starting after a dog. The Arcadia police then shot this 140-pound mountain lion. With much relief to many, I will still be cautious when I am out running or biking alone.

I will remain on my toes about the mountain lion sightings and attacks. The authorities have killed one mountain lion, but I am afraid that there may be more. As a precaution, I make sure to go to go for a walk with a friend and during the day time. As we remain on the lookout for more mountain lion signs, lets not forget the ways to remain safe around a mountain lion.

1. Never hike alone.
2. Keep children and pets close.
3. Never approach a mountain lion.
4. Fight back if you are attacked.
5. Call the rangers or local police department if/when you see a mountain lion.