People and predators often come into conflict when predators kill livestock, leading to retaliatory killing. This creates a lose-lose situation for both ecosystems and farmers. encourages non-lethal, sustainable management to protect livelihoods while maintaining healthy predator populations. 2. Understanding Your Predator
Use livestock guardian dogs, donkeys, or llamas, which are highly effective at warning people of approaching predators. Living With a Predator.pdf
Utilize Practical Electric Fencing to create barriers that deter bears, wolves, and other large predators. People and predators often come into conflict when
Move pregnant animals to more secure, closer-to-home pastures during high-risk seasons. 4. Deterrence and Fencing Tools remove attractants like garbage
In residential/commercial areas, remove attractants like garbage, pet food, or fallen fruit to reduce bear/wildlife habituation. 6. Responsible Control (As a Last Resort)