Native predators are expanding their range across Europe. Lynx have been reintroduced to several countries, wolves have reappeared in the densely populated Netherlands & the tracks of a lone bear have recently been found in the snowy German alpine town of Garmisch-Partenkirchen.

Living alongside predators is not without its issues, so how do countries adapt?
In the mountains of Northern Greece, @Arcturosgr - a wildlife protection charity, are breeding Greek Shepherd Dogs and gifting them to upland sheep farmers.

Many breeds of dog can offer protection to livestock but the majority will attempt to overcome a threat by running towards it. This leaves the flock unguarded & intelligent pack-hunting wolves have learned to draw the attention from the front, allowing a 2nd attack from the rear.

Greek Shepherd Dogs are not only adapted to their mountainous environment, but instinctively guard from within the flock, nullifying the tactics of the wolves.

With farmers, wildlife charities and man's best friend all working together, the lives of the sheep are protected from attack, the lives of the predators are spared from persecution and the livelihoods of the shepherds are safeguarded against unnecessary loss.
@James__Shooter