If you live in an area with a significant bear population, avoid walking your dog at dawn and dusk, and carry bear spray. If ...

Here's how Upstate homeowners can keep their dogs and livestock safe should black bears roam into their yards.

The dog chased the bear, resulting in a brief scuffle that left the canine with minor scratches on its face. The dog's owner believes the young bear was not aggressive but simply curious and looking ...