Bear cub goes on a long ride, ending at Bear With Us
After two men transported a black bear cub on a 10-hour drive from northern Ontario to Windsor, animal rescue officials are urging the public to seek local help for injured wildlife. The bear was found by the men near Cochrane, Ont., and brought to Chatham-Kent’s Pet and Wildlife Rescue Centre over Labour Day weekend.
Myriam Armstrong, the centre's executive director, said the bear appeared lethargic and stressed but had no visible injuries. The cub was found in the back of a van and had been fed Taco Bell food by its rescuers.
Armstrong stressed that moving wildlife over long distances can be harmful and spread diseases. The bear was transferred to Bear With Us, a specialized bear rescue organization, near Huntsville, for further care.
Picture courtesy of Bear With Us
