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NorCal ranchers shaken after alpaca tragedy

Fifteen alpacas lost their lives in a shocking series of mountain lion attacks near Middletown, just north of San Francisco. For nearly a decade, Julie Barr’s ranch was a peaceful haven, but over three nights, chaos erupted as three cougars broke through fences and left devastation behind. Neighbors rushed to help, but even guard dogs couldn’t stop the carnage. Wildlife officials say the lions’ instinct to kill was triggered by the panicked herd, not sport. The community is now grappling with how to protect their animals while respecting local wildlife. How should ranchers and neighbors respond to this growing challenge? #Pets #NorCal #wildlife