Wild Goose Chase

Here at Source One, we've been living in unimaginable fear day to day. Fear of what you ask? Fear of a goose attack! But it's time we start fighting back! Below is information that Source One needs to exchange blows with the infamous male goose that lives in our front yard (found at http://www.ehow.com/).

To Stop a Goose Attack

Step 1- Pay attention to the actions of the male goose when you enter his territory. If he sounds a warning, that is your signal to leave the area.

Step 2- Show no fear. Geese are particularly attuned to body language and a show of fear may increase the intensity of the attack.

Step 3- Maintain eye contact. Geese have excellent vision and interpret loss of eye contact as an act of fear.

Step 4- Stay calm. Don't yell or try to hit the male goose. The female may join the attack and then you will be in real trouble.

Step 5- Keep your body facing directly toward the goose. Never turn your back on an attacking goose.

Step 6- Walk slowly backwards if the goose hisses at you or spreads its wings. Use your peripheral vision to avoid tripping over obstacles.

Step 7-Continue facing the goose and back slowly away at a 90-degree angle from the goose if he flies up at your face.

Step 8-Make your escape and exit the area through a gate if possible. Geese rarely fly over a fence.

If you've encountered an irate bird such as our notorious winged friend let us know how you prevailed!