Wolf or dog? Running man in danger!

Wolf or dog? Running man in danger!

A threatening incident occurred in the dark hours of yesterday's day in Upper Austria. A jogger who was traveling with a headlamp around 5 p.m. suddenly faced an unknown animal. He was absolutely certain that it was not a dog. The descriptions of the man and his intensive experience have been documented by the Kleine Zeitung that the population, especially Jäger, is asked to be vigilant. The behavior of the animal, which was approaching in the dark, could indicate a wolf, which the responsible authorities seriously noticed.

wolves in the region?

The evaluation of the incidents shows that at least two wolf packs are known in the region. According to the Upper Austrian Wolf Management Ordinance, it is assumed that the jogger's meeting with the animal must be classified as a scan. The hunters and the public that act around it are now encouraged to pay particular attention to any sightings in order to be able to react quickly if there is an actual danger. This also throws a shadow on the normally so idyllic jogging routes in this area.

An interesting cultural context of this danger can be found in Thomas Mann's narrative "Herr and Hund" , which addresses the profound connection between humans and animal. In his story, Mann describes the adventure with his dog Bauschan and thus recalls the carefree relationship between people and nature. In the current situation, this relationship could be put to the test. The events around the jogger illustrate the fragile boundaries between man and wilderness, which could now become a disturbing reality for many.