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FORT COLLINS, CO – A quiet evening on the outskirts of Fort Collins turned into a terrifying ordeal, but ended with a heartwarming story of canine bravery. 75-year-old Margaret Collins was saved from a mountain lion attack by the heroic actions of her son’s dog, Buddy.

The incident occurred late one evening as Collins was taking out the trash. A mountain lion, likely drawn by the smell of garbage, crept from the foothills and emerged from the darkness. Collins heard a sudden growl and saw the large predator moving closer. Just as it prepared to lunge, Buddy, a gentle yellow Labrador belonging to her son, Daniel Collins, bravely stepped in.

Buddy, who stays with Margaret every weekend while her son is on the road as a long-haul truck driver, quickly placed himself between her and the danger. Security camera footage captured the tense moment: the mountain lion rushing forward, Margaret calling out, and Buddy standing firm. The dog barked furiously and used all his strength to hold the predator at bay, giving Margaret the precious seconds she needed to retreat safely into her house.

The commotion alerted neighbors, who rushed outside and worked together to drive the mountain lion away. Buddy was left with some scratches and was visibly shaken, but otherwise safe.

A tearful Margaret held him tightly afterward. “Without Buddy’s courage, the night could have ended very differently,” she said, her voice filled with gratitude. The story is a powerful testament to the unwavering loyalty and love a dog has for its family.

Daniel Collins, who was traveling at the time, expressed immense gratitude for his dog’s heroic actions. Buddy’s bravery serves as a poignant reminder of both the potential dangers of living near wild habitats and the incredible bond between humans and their canine companions.