A woman and her dog were injured during a moose encounter at Kincaid Park in Anchorage, Alaska, on the evening of May 16, 2025. The attack happened near a popular trail area often used by joggers, dog walkers, and cyclists.
Both the woman and her dog were taken for medical care. Anchorage Police and Alaska Wildlife Troopers responded quickly, but by the time they arrived, the moose had already left the area.
Officials are warning residents that spring is calving season, which makes moose, especially mothers, far more aggressive.
Why Moose Are More Dangerous Right Now
In Alaska, moose are a common sight, even in urban parks. But spring is calving season, which means cow moose (the females) are more protective than usual. If a moose sees a person or a dog as a threat to her calf, she won’t hesitate to charge…