Are Elk Aggressive Animals?

by Jennifer Smith March 26, 2019

Elk, also known as wapiti, are large members of the cervid family that stand tall with antlers spanning up to 4 feet high. While these animals move slowly, but gracefully throughout Canada, they tend to pack a temper that matches their stature.

Elk are aggressive animals year-round; but there's something about spring that get female elk in a huff. This is the time of year when they tend to attack other animals most often including domestic dogs. Their diet will consist of grasses and other vegetation; but eating is not enough to keep them happy.

Avoiding elk at all costs is the best approach for remaining safe from elk attacks. Growers that wish to protect their land from elk damage should consider installing elk fence around landscapes.