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Cougar spotted Saturday morning in Saanich

Police found paw prints consistent with cougars in the area
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A resident spotted a cougar in the 700 block of Lily Avenue Saturday morning in Saanich. (Black Press/files)

A man taking his dog out spotted a cougar around 1 a.m. Saturday in Saanich.

The resident scooped up his dog and called 9-1-1 after he spotted a large golden/brown cougar head protruding from the shrubs along his property line.

Police searched the in the 700 block of Lily Avenue but couldnB次元官网网址檛 find the cat. Fresh, large paw prints were found along the wooden patio stairs of the complainantB次元官网网址檚 residence, which were consistent to those of a cougar.

Police advise there is no imminent risk; however, it is a good reminder for the public that due to enhanced deer activity there is a possibility of more cougars being present.

Safety tips

B次元官网网址 make noise prior to leaving your home in the early morning hours,

B次元官网网址 keep your cat and dog food, and anything else that may attract wild animals inside your home,

B次元官网网址 never approach a cougar,

B次元官网网址 do not turn your back on a cougar, and stay calm.



c.vanreeuwyk@blackpress.ca

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Christine van Reeuwyk

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