A video on the Internet showed a brave German Shepherd playing with an unlikely playmate – a black bear, and a wild one to boot.
The New York Post wrote that the dog’s owner, Jenn Sargent, was doing her chores when her neighbors told her that her dog Jameson was playing with a wild black bear in their backyard.
Sargent was surprised about it all. However, she was able to see it all play out on her security camera footage.
Security Camera Caught Dog Playing With A Wild Bear
In the video from the security camera, Jameson could be seen tempting the bear to play with him. He ran a little ahead of the bear then crouched down, which was an invitation to come and play.
Luckily, the big 150-pound black bear was in an agreeable mood. He could be seen playing along with Jameson’s antics. The pair ran around the yard, sometimes pausing to sniff one another. They eventually ran off and out of the frame, ending their playtime.
The New York Post also wrote that, per the Kennedy News, Sargent was amused by what she saw in the footage. However, she was mostly relieved as Jameson was safe and uninjured.
She has two kids and she admitted that, although the footage was fun to watch, she was mostly relieved. Sargent also said that she felt lucky that her children weren’t outside at the time.
Jameson’s “mom” was thrilled that Jameson didn’t have injuries from the bear’s teeth or huge claws, even if accidentally caused. She knew that Jameson was lucky the bear was in a playful mood.
Though what happened was sweet and wholesome on the surface, everything could’ve ended much much worse. Thankfully none of those involved were injured.
Sargent said that her dog is usually territorial and alert around strangers, but this time he looked like he really wanted the bear to play with him. No one has a clue as to why the bear was so playful and did not attack the dog.
Do you ever wonder why dogs want to play?
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