On the evening of May 28, Bailey Jacobson left her home in Maple Grove with her German shepherd Zus and was immediately greeted by uninvited guests. A mother bear and three cubs were digging through trash cans. 
Seeing the dog, the cubs ran away, and their mother ran after him. Jacobson hurried after the animals.
“An instinct kicked in; I knew that I wouldn’t forgive myself if something happened to Zus,” says the American. 
However, reality hit her when she found herself about 15 meters from the bear. Bailey was overcome with fear and rushed home. She stood on the porch and waited for her pet. Fortunately, Zus returned from the forest unharmed. 
For the 70,000 residents of Maple Grove, encounters with clubfoot have become so commonplace that the Minnesota Department of Wildlife Conservation has declared the state "bear country."
Baribals are naturally cautious and timid, but can attack pets or damage property.
State authorities urge residents not to leave food and garbage with a strong odor on the street.
If you encounter a bear, it is recommended to slowly retreat, do not run, but only raise your voice if the predator approaches.
“See if the bear will leave on its own,” the department advises. “If the bear is approaching (for example, climbing onto the porch or putting its paws on the windows or doors), it’s time to scare it away: boldly shout, bang a pot, slam the door or throw something ".
Jacobson admitted that running towards the bear was not the best decision, but would do it again if necessary.
“I think everyone can agree that you would do anything for your dog, and if it means chasing a bear and making as much noise as possible, you will do it,” Bailey said.
