Bear attacks horse in Chesapeake | News

A horse named Missy was the victim of a bear attack.

An attack left Missy with a ten inch gash on her stomach and two claw marks streaking down her hips.

"They jump from the back and start biting," says owner Susan Lampert.

Missy has been rapidly recovering since she was attacked Monday.

She will be on medication for the next week.

"It's amazing what animals can endure," says Lampert.

The dense forest behind the farm provides ample hiding spots for the bears. They think that in this case on Monday the bear just jumped over the fence and attacked Missy.

The bear attack happened mid-day while Lampert was running errands.

When she returned, she saw Missy limping near the fence with blood dripping from her side.

Animal Control arrived, and judging by the scars, they are certain this is the work of a black bear.

The bears are extra active this time of year as summer crops haven't fully come in - so they're constantly looking for available food.

Lampert has corn on one side on her yard and it is enough to attract the bears out of the woods.

Everyone at the farm is keeping an eye out and hoping this is the last time one of their horses falls victim.