Woman Turning Bears into Pets

It all started when the woman noticed that mother bears, in particular, would bring their cubs to her property.

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She believes that the bears sensed a feeling of safety in her presence.

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Remarkably, the mother bears exhibited no signs of aggression towards her.

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This extraordinary relationship allowed her to photograph and study the bears at close range.

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Over time, the bears came to accept her as part of their community.

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One specific bear would occasionally relax on her porch, keeping her company without ever causing any trouble.

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Living alongside bears has become a way of life for this woman.

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This level of trust is extraordinary and demonstrates that it can coexist peacefully with wildlife.

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